AnyTone AT-5888UV vs Retevis RT95

The Retevis RT95 emerges as the clear winner here, scoring higher overall despite costing nearly half the price of the AnyTone AT-5888UV. Both radios share identical feature sets—no DMR, APRS, or GPS—and both support CHIRP programming, making them functionally equivalent in those respects.

The single most important differentiator is value. The RT95's superior 59/100 score combined with its $130 price tag versus the AT-5888UV's $240 asking price for a lower 55/100 rating makes this an easy choice for budget-conscious operators. The AnyTone does offer higher transmit power at 50W, but the RT95's actual power output isn't specified, leaving this advantage unclear. Neither radio's weight is particularly concerning for mobile installation, though the RT95's documented 645g gives buyers concrete specifications the AnyTone lacks.

The AT-5888UV should only appeal to buyers specifically requiring its 50W output and willing to pay the premium. The RT95 is the better choice for anyone seeking solid performance at an affordable price without unnecessary features.

Buy the RT95 unless you have specific power requirements demanding the AnyTone. The RT95 delivers better value and higher user ratings at a fraction of the cost.