UV-82 BF-F8HP 8 Watts maximum power output.The Baofeng UV-82 by comparison has a smaller number of variants: UV-5X GMRS version of the classic UV-5R, 30 pre-programmed GMRS channels.UV-S9 Plus 8 Watts output, 2200 mAh battery, USB Rechargeable.BF-R3 Tri band radio, two antennas included (one for VHF/UHF, one for 220-225 MHz US Ham band).UV-5R+Plus 4 Watts power output, 3800 mAh battery, VOX, metal frame.UV-5R 8W 8 Watts power output, 2100 mAh battery.Let’s take a look at variants for the Baofeng UV-5R and their main differentiators: SpecificationĠ.25 µV (wide band) / 0.35 µV (narrow band)ġ36 – 174 MHz, 400 – 520 MHz, 65 – 108 MHzġ36 – 174 MHz, 400 – 520 MHz, 68 to 108 MHzĪs you can see, the cited specifications for both radios are quite similar: the only major difference is that the UV-82 has a higher maximum transmit power which translates to a higher range for the radio. Table 2 compares the specifications of the radios used for the Baofeng UV-5R and the UV-82. The VOX level and delay are adjustable as required. The Baofeng UV-82 supports the Voice Operated Transmit (VOX) function for hands-free operation. The number ‘0’ on the keypad of the UV-5R is not located in its usual position on similar keypads, and this can be annoying for some users. The buttons on the UV-82 keypad are slightly larger which makes their use easier. The battery capacity of the UV-82 is also slightly higher than that of the UV-5R. The UV-82 radio also has higher audio output compared to the UV-5R. It is also true that some users simply prefer single PTT. However, this is a personal preference issue, as some users will prefer to keep two separate radios. This means that instead of keeping two active ham radios in case you need to transmit on two separate frequencies, you can have one UV-82 and switch between frequencies when required.

One of the outstanding features of the UV-82 is dual Push to Talk (PTT): this allows transmission on two different frequencies that can be selected by the PTT rocker switch. The table below compares the features of the Baofeng UV-5R and the UV-82 radios. The package for both radios includes the walkie-talkie, a rechargeable battery, one antenna, a belt clip, a user’s manual and a desktop charger. Both the Baofeng UV-5R and the UV-82 are economical and feature-rich dual-band radios.

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