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The Best Baofeng 997-S of 2022 – Reviewed and Top Rated

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Rank No. #1
BAOFENG GT-5R Dual Band Two Way Radio 144-148/420-450MHz, FCC Compliant Version of Baofeng UV-5R, Ham Radio Handheld for Adults, Supports Chirp
BAOFENG GT-5R Dual Band Two Way Radio 144-148/420-450MHz, FCC Compliant Version of Baofeng UV-5R, Ham Radio Handheld for Adults, Supports Chirp
  • ✅[100% Legal Version] Baofeng GT-5R passes the FCC Equipment test (standard: FCC 47 CFR Part 2 and 90). Comes with compliant Spurious Emission at Antenna Terminal Spurious. Kindly check the test report from a third-party testing agency (download the "Certificate of compliance.pdf").
  • ✅[What's the Difference] Compared with the classic version, GT-5R is a 100% legal version of Baofeng UV-5R. It comes with the compliant transmit range and spurious emission and complies with FCC Equipment Rule Part15B and Part90. FCC ID: ①ZP5BF-5 RA(TX) ②2AJGM-UV5 R (RX).
  • ✅[Entry Level Choice] Good for HAM beginners. Baofeng GT-5R transmits only on 144-148MHz 420-450MHz with compliant spurious emission. With the legal version of ham radio handheld, no worry about goofing with authorities.
  • ✅[Wide Capability] Compatible with most Baofeng UV-5R accessories. Support manually program via keyboard, or program via PC. Besides, downloading CHIRP as it made life a bit easier for programming.
  • ✅[Basic Function] Comes with all the features of the classic model: VOX / MONI / SCAN /etc. A great emergency communication scanner HT. You can talk to friends and family over a large area (much better going through repeaters). With the handheld ham radio, you can enjoy the band talk under the premise of all legal compliance.
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Rank No. #2
BAOFENG UV-25 Tri-Power Ham Radio Handheld, 11W Long Range Two Way Radio, UHF VHF MW FM Air NOAA Multi-Band Receiver, 5200mAh BatteryType-C Charging, Tactical Gooseneck Antenna & Whip Antenna, 999CH
BAOFENG UV-25 Tri-Power Ham Radio Handheld, 11W Long Range Two Way Radio, UHF VHF MW FM Air NOAA Multi-Band Receiver, 5200mAh BatteryType-C Charging, Tactical Gooseneck Antenna & Whip Antenna, 999CH
  • ✅ High Power & Enhanced Signal: Equipped with true 11Watts high power, 8W medium power, and 5W low power settings, alongside two high-gain tactical antennas, ensuring robust signals, enhanced obstacle penetration, and extended reach for both transmission and reception distances. FCC ID: 2AJGM-UV25.
  • ✅ Broad Frequency Range: It supports UV dual band transmission and a multitude of reception frequency bands including 136-174MHz, 400-520MHz, 76-108MHz, 108-136MHz, 200-260MHz, 350-390MHz, and NOAA weather channels, and also boasts a storage capacity of up to 999 channels.
  • ✅ Long-Lasting Battery Life: Equipped with a 5200mAh high-capacity battery and a Type-C charging port, it ensures extended operational times and convenient emergency charging with flexible power on the go
  • ✅ User-Friendly Design: The device has large buttons and a friction-enhanced power-on knob for easy blind operation. Its metal construction makes it sturdy and resistant to falls and impacts, and it is equipped with a top flashlight that can serve as an SOS signal during emergencies.
  • ✅ One Touch Frequency Search: Use the [SK1] key to clone frequencies between devices, streamlining communication processes. This feature enables efficient setup and frequency management, making it user-friendly for both beginners and experienced users.
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Rank No. #3
BAOFENG 5RM Ham Radio 10W Long Range (Upgrade of UV-5R) Handheld NOAA Weather Receiver 2500mAh Battery Rechargeable UV5R Walkie Talkies with Programming Cable,Speaker Mic,Type-C Charging,2 Pack
BAOFENG 5RM Ham Radio 10W Long Range (Upgrade of UV-5R) Handheld NOAA Weather Receiver 2500mAh Battery Rechargeable UV5R Walkie Talkies with Programming Cable,Speaker Mic,Type-C Charging,2 Pack
  • 【Professional Ham Radio 】Up to 999 storage channels and a 1.77 inch large color screen, making operation more convenient.The enlarged walkie talkie body size is designed ergonomically to enhance user feel.Support Chirp.FCC ID:2AJGM-5RM
  • 【Multi-Band】This walkie talkie has a wide frequency range, meeting the needs of different environments and achieving the best reception effect
  • 【2-Charging Methods Optional】Each Radio equippend with USB-C Charging Cable+US Base Charger+2500mAh Rechargeable Larger Battery,you can easily charge it from power bank、PC、car、wall、laptop and any usb slot and long standby time.
  • 【Frequency Copy】You can easily copy the frequency of other walkie talkies to avoid complex frequency programming steps.
  • 【NOAA Scan & Receiver】With 10 weather channels to scan and receive weather reports from, let you know when bad weather will arrive and make sufficient preparations in advance.
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BAOFENG Radio 5RM 10W Ham Radio Long Range Handheld (Upgrade of UV-5R) AR-5RM Two Way Radio NOAA Weather Receiver Rechargeable Walkie Talkies UV5R, Copy Frequency 999CH with Type C Charging Battery
BAOFENG Radio 5RM 10W Ham Radio Long Range Handheld (Upgrade of UV-5R) AR-5RM Two Way Radio NOAA Weather Receiver Rechargeable Walkie Talkies UV5R, Copy Frequency 999CH with Type C Charging Battery
  • 🌴【Long Range Professional Walkie Talkie】The communication distance can reach 3-5Mile. Featuring a sturdy casing and anti drop design, your radio can withstand harsh conditions and have a longer lifespan. FCC Certification,FCC ID:2AJGM-5RM. Support Chirp (Compatible programming software: UV-17Pro).
  • 🌴【Type-C Rechargeable】The Type-C charging port is designed on the back of the battery, making it convenient for you to charge anytime and anywhere. When you go out, you can charge your walkie talkie on the car, power bank, laptop, or any USB interface device, no longer worrying about battery life issues
  • 🌴【Wireless Frequency Copy】Easily decipher the frequency of another ham walkie talkie without the need for computer programming.
  • 🌴【High Gian Long Antenna】21CM antenna, suitable for most female ham radios, it can enhance signal and increase communication distance, flexible, easy to bend, lightweight, and convenient to carry
  • 🌴【VOX-Free Your Hands&FM Function】When you are busy, you don't have to keep pressing PTT, you just need to transmit information through sound transmission. When you have free time, you can also listen to local radio programs to relax your body and mind.
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Rank No. #5
BAOFENG UV-5R Ham Radio Long Range 8W UV5R Dual Band 3800mAh Rechargeable Extended Battery Walkie Talkies for Adults Handheld Portable 2 Two Way Radio Full Kit for Hunting Survival Gear,2Pack
BAOFENG UV-5R Ham Radio Long Range 8W UV5R Dual Band 3800mAh Rechargeable Extended Battery Walkie Talkies for Adults Handheld Portable 2 Two Way Radio Full Kit for Hunting Survival Gear,2Pack
  • 【Professional Baofeng UV-5R Full Set】High/medium/low power TX selectable,Dual band/Dual display/Dual standby,128 groups of storage channels;50 CTCSS and 104 CDCSS,AUTO Keypad Lock,LED Flashligh,Outpower:8Watts.FCC ID: 2AJGM-UV5R.
  • 【Large Capacity 3800mAh Battery&USB Charger】Come with Large Capacity 3800mAh Battery,200% Standby time higher than original,power saving function can extend battery life,Keep you non-stop communication;With USB charging cable, it can support both the base charging and battery USB charging, which is convenient for use in various occasions.
  • 【Long Range Communication】 Equipped with high gain AR-771 enhances the signal extension communication distance of walkie talkies
  • 【High Quality Headsets】Come with K Port Headset,K head connector: Ear 3.5mm stereo (top pin), Mic 2.5mm stereo (bottom pin),G shape Earpiece and 360°rotatable earplug fit your ear comfortably;Strong PTT button easily to place and long time use,strong iron clip that you can clip anywhere you want.
  • 【Suitable For Teamwork】The Radio is necessary for traveling, survival, hiking, cycling, work, camping, hunting,fishing, Emergency Alarm.it is Walkie talkie lover's favorite.
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Rank No. #6
Baofeng 5RX Ham Radio (Upgraded of UV-5R) Multi-Band Receiving Two Way Radio with 4pcs Battery,VHF,1.25M,UHF,AM/FM Reception,DTMF VOX SCAN Dual Watch,Walkie Talkie with Earpiece& 771 Antenna,2 Pack
Baofeng 5RX Ham Radio (Upgraded of UV-5R) Multi-Band Receiving Two Way Radio with 4pcs Battery,VHF,1.25M,UHF,AM/FM Reception,DTMF VOX SCAN Dual Watch,Walkie Talkie with Earpiece& 771 Antenna,2 Pack
  • [𝐔𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐕-𝟓𝐑] Multi-Band; 128 Memory Channel; 50 CTCSS and 210 DCS codes; SOS Emergency; Scan; VOX; dual band; dual display; dual standby; Built-in Flashlight; Auto Keypad Lock .FCC ID: 2AJGM-5RX. Support Chirp (Compatible programming software: UV-5RX).
  • [𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡] One Key Frequency Match replication function allows you to clone the frequency of nearby walkie talkie
  • [𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢-𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐗/𝐑𝐗] 𝟑 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 (VHF)144-148MHz; (VHF2) 1.25M; (UHF)420-450MHz. 𝟖 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠:VHF(2M), VHF2(1.25M), UHF(70CM) and 220-260MHz/AM/FM full receiver.
  • [𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐱] All you need is in one box! 2 X BAOFENG UV-5RX Handheld Ham radio, 4 X battery, 2X BAOFENG Earpiece, 2 X TD-771 Hign Gain Long Antenna, 2 X TD-805s Mini Antenna, 2 X Desktop Charger, 2 X Belt Clip, 2 X Hand Strap, 1 X User's manual
  • [𝟒 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬] Extra battery for your radio, One for use One for backup. Each battery have up to 36 hours standby time. Another battery provide you Non-Stop communication experience, no need to worry about suddenly running out of power on the road.
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Rank No. #7
BAOFENG UV-5R 8W Walkie Talkies with 3800mAh Battery and Type-C Charger Cable, Rechargeable Handheld Ham Radios Long Range (VHF & UHF) with High Gain Antenna and Programming Cable (2Pack)
BAOFENG UV-5R 8W Walkie Talkies with 3800mAh Battery and Type-C Charger Cable, Rechargeable Handheld Ham Radios Long Range (VHF & UHF) with High Gain Antenna and Programming Cable (2Pack)
  • 【Support Type-C Charging】 FCC ID: 2AJGM-UV5R.Transmit frequency range: VHF 144-148MHz and UHF 420-450MHz; Receive frequency range: VHF 136-174 MHz and UHF 400-480 MHz.Dual band/Dual display/Dual standby,128 groups of storage channels;50 CTCSS and 104 CDCSS,AUTO Keypad Lock,LED Flashlight.
  • 【Baofeng UV-5R Full Set】 High/medium/low power TX selectable,Outpower:8Watts max.Package include:Baofeng UV-5R 8W walkie talkies x2 with original antenna,3800mAh Type-C Charger Battery x2,Desktop charger x2,Type C-USB Charger Cable x2,Belt clip x2,The sling x2,Earpiece x2,User's manual x1,High Gain Antenna x2,Programming Cable x1.
  • 【High Gain Antenna and 8W Walkie Talkies】High gain antenna with high-power output, long range, high battery life. support you for longer time in outdoor activity, home, workplace, etc.
  • 【Easy to use】Works with Windows 7/10 System, Support "CHIRP".30-day hassle-free return and lifetime customer service. Feel free to contact us through the Amazon message if you encounter any issues.
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Rank No. #8
BAOFENG 5RM 10W Ham Radio Long Range (UV-5R Upgrade) Handheld NOAA Weather Receiver 2500mAh Rechargeable Walkie Talkies for Adults with Copy Frequency 999CH Type C Charging for Survival Gear, 2Pack
BAOFENG 5RM 10W Ham Radio Long Range (UV-5R Upgrade) Handheld NOAA Weather Receiver 2500mAh Rechargeable Walkie Talkies for Adults with Copy Frequency 999CH Type C Charging for Survival Gear, 2Pack
  • 【Professional Ham Radio 】Up to 999 storage channels and a 1.77 inch large color screen, making operation more convenient.The enlarged walkie talkie body size is designed ergonomically to enhance user feel.Support Chirp.FCC ID:2AJGM-5RM
  • 【Multi-Band】This walkie talkie has a wide frequency range, meeting the needs of different environments and achieving the best reception effect
  • 【2-Charging Methods Optional】Each Radio equippend with USB-C Charging Cable+US Base Charger+2500mAh Rechargeable Larger Battery,you can easily charge it from power bank、PC、car、wall、laptop and any usb slot and long standby time.
  • 【Frequency Copy】You can easily copy the frequency of other walkie talkies to avoid complex frequency programming steps.
  • 【NOAA Scan & Receiver】With 10 weather channels to scan and receive weather reports from, let you know when bad weather will arrive and make sufficient preparations in advance.
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SaleRank No. #9
Baofeng UV-5R Ham Radio Long Range Two Way Radio UV5R Handheld Dual Band Walkie Talkies with Programming Cable Extra 1800mAh Li-ion Battery and AR-771 with Earpiece (Black-2Pack)
Baofeng UV-5R Ham Radio Long Range Two Way Radio UV5R Handheld Dual Band Walkie Talkies with Programming Cable Extra 1800mAh Li-ion Battery and AR-771 with Earpiece (Black-2Pack)
  • 【1】With Function VFO & Memory channels scan，Dual display / Dual standby/ Auto Keypad Lock
  • 【2】FCC ID:2AJGM-UV5R
  • 【3】With 4Pack 1800mAh Rechargeable Orignal Battery Battery,Working time up to 24hours,Support base charging to ensure non-stop communication.
  • 【4】Support CHIRP & Keypad Programming:The UV-5R walkie-talkie can directly program the frequency manually, also work fine with chirp software(Programming Cable Included);If your radio model is not find software,we will help you find software & special firmware for you.
  • 【5】The Radio is necessary for traveling, survival, hiking, cycling, work, camping, fishing, Emergency Alarm.it is Walkie talkie lover's favorite.
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Rank No. #10
Baofeng DM-1701 Dual Band Dual Time Slot DMR/Analog Two Way Radio, 3,000 Channels Amateur Radio/Free Programming Cable, Charger and PTT Earpiece, Support OpenGD77
Baofeng DM-1701 Dual Band Dual Time Slot DMR/Analog Two Way Radio, 3,000 Channels Amateur Radio/Free Programming Cable, Charger and PTT Earpiece, Support OpenGD77
  • [Digital & Analog Compatible] FCC Part90 Certification ID: 2AJGM-DM1701. The DM-1701 is compatible with digital and analog modes, including dual band 3,000 Channels, 10,000 Digital Talk Groups and 120,000 Contacts.
  • [Multi-function & 1.77" color TFT Display] The DM-1701 offers to manual programming, DTMF, VFO, SMS, emergency alarm, digital monitor mode, CTCSS and CDCSS, color codes and DMR encryption. There are 5 customized keys for faster access to those features.
  • [Updated Software & Firmware Support] The DM-1701 CPS supports mass editing, users can make complex application requirements, which makes it easier to write codeplugs. Firmware and software upgrading for new functions are life-time-free, You can download our Programming Guide V1.1 from the Technical Specification.
  • [DMO True 2 Time Slot] Direct mode dual slot communication achieves two groups of calls at a frequency point at the same time so that the communication efficiency is doubled and frequency resources are saved. Compatible with MOTOTRBO Tier I & II and other DMR radios.
  • [Free Programming Cable, Software & PTT Earpiece] Programming cable for easier PC programming (Microsoft Window 7/8/10 ONLY, Mac/Linux not supported). We have great fan base Face book groups sharing tips for using the radio. Please let us know if there are any questions or concerns.
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