Baofeng DM-32UV GPS APRS vs Baofeng DM-32UV Pro

Radio A is the clear winner here. Both radios share identical core specs: 10W output, DMR, APRS, and GPS capabilities. The deciding factor is price. At $60 versus $100, Radio A delivers the same feature set for 40 percent less money.

The single most important differentiator is the $40 price gap. Since both radios are functionally equivalent on paper, paying a premium for Radio B makes no practical sense. Interestingly, Radio A actually scores higher overall at 83/100 compared to Radio B's 78/100, further cementing Radio A's superiority.

The DM-32UV GPS APRS suits budget-conscious operators who want a capable dual-mode radio without overpaying. The DM-32UV Pro might appeal only to users with specific undocumented features or preferences not reflected in these specs, though that's difficult to justify given the lower review score.

Get Radio A. It outperforms its pricier sibling on scoring, matches it completely on features, and costs significantly less. Unless you have specific reasons to prefer the Pro model, the GPS APRS version is objectively the better value. Save your $40 for a better antenna or programming software.