Baofeng DM-1701 vs Radtel RT-920

The Radtel RT-920 edges out the Baofeng DM-1701, though these radios are closer than their scores suggest. The critical difference is that we have the RT-920's transmit power (8W) while the DM-1701's is unknown, and owners report slightly higher satisfaction with the RT-920 across a larger review sample (4.3/5 from 119 reviews versus 4.1/5 from 76). The DM-1701 offers DMR capability, which the RT-920 lacks, making it the better choice if digital mode is a requirement. Neither radio has an IP rating listed, and weight data is missing for both. At a $3 price difference, cost is not a meaningful factor.

The most important differentiator is the DM-1701's DMR support. If you need DMR, choose the Baofeng despite missing specs. If you don't need DMR and prefer a known power output with slightly better owner sentiment, go with the Radtel. For general-purpose handheld use without digital mode needs, the RT-920 is the safer choice given its documented specs and owner feedback.