Ailunce HD1 vs TYT MD-UV390

The Ailunce HD1 is the clear winner for most users, primarily because of its dual-mode capability and stronger transmission power. The HD1 offers both DMR and APRS with GPS, giving you significantly more digital flexibility than the MD-UV390, which is DMR-only. The HD1's 10W transmit power versus the MD-UV390's 5W translates to better range and coverage. Both radios share the same IP67 weather rating and lack CHIRP support, so they're equivalent on durability and programming convenience. The HD1 edges ahead on owner satisfaction at 4.2 stars across 268 reviews compared to the MD-UV390's 4.0 stars from 142 reviews. We don't have the HD1's price, which is the main unknown, and we lack the MD-UV390's weight. The MD-UV390 is clearly the budget option at $121 and serves users who want basic DMR capability without the extra features.

Buy the Ailunce HD1 if you want multimode digital capability and longer range. Buy the TYT MD-UV390 if your budget is tight and you only need DMR. The HD1 is the better radio overall, assuming its price remains reasonable.