RadioRanked verdict
Updated Nov 2026Baofeng DM32 vs Radtel RT-920
Our pick
Radtel RT-920$47.04
The Baofeng DM32 is the clear winner for most buyers.
The single most important differentiator is feature set. The DM32 includes DMR, APRS, and GPS, while the RT-920 offers only Bluetooth connectivity. For amateur radio work, those three capabilities on the DM32 are substantially more useful than Bluetooth alone. Both radios deliver identical transmit power at nearly the same price, so the feature gap becomes decisive.
Owner feedback supports this verdict. The DM32 reports 4.5 stars from 196 Amazon reviews versus the RT-920's 4.3 stars from 119 reviews, indicating owners value what the DM32 delivers. We lack weight data for the RT-920, so weight comparison isn't possible, but the DM32's 350g is reasonable for a handheld.
Buy the DM32 if you want digital mode capability and location awareness without spending significantly more. Buy the RT-920 only if Bluetooth integration matters to your specific use case and you prefer a simpler radio without needing DMR or APRS.
The DM32 remains the stronger choice given its feature advantage at a comparable price point and slightly higher owner satisfaction.
By use case
Which should you buy?
Budget-constrained buyer wanting the lowest upfront cost
It costs less than the alternative while still offering 8W on VHF and UHF for basic analog use.
RT-920Field operator monitoring wide frequency ranges
Its wide-band receive focus suits listening across many services, and it is the lighter, more portable option at 8W.
RT-920New DMR operator wanting digital modes
DMR support and a much higher feature score make it the better choice for digital voice from day one.
DM32 DMRHotspot operator needing dual-mode capability
It supports both DMR and analog on VHF and UHF, which suits hotspot and repeater work with an analog fallback.
DM32 DMROperator storing large channel lists
Its 4000-channel memory dwarfs the 960 channels on the alternative, handling large repeater and talkgroup lists.
DM32 DMRBeginner exploring ham radio casually at home
Its higher beginner score and Bluetooth support make it easier to set up and use as a shack companion.
RT-920
Reasons to choose Baofeng DM32
- 4x more memory channels (4,000 vs 960)
- 14% more battery (2500 mAh vs 2200 mAh)
- Has DMR digital mode
- Has APRS support
- Has built-in GPS
- FCC equipment authorization on file
Reasons to choose Radtel RT-920
- Has Bluetooth
Spec battle
Spec-by-spec breakdown
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