Baofeng UV-25 vs TYT MD-UV390

These two radios tie on overall score at 61/100, so the decision comes down to their core differences and price. The UV-25 delivers double the transmit power at 10W versus the MD-UV390's 5W, includes GPS, and supports CHIRP programming, making it more flexible for analog users. The MD-UV390 offers DMR digital mode capability and an IP67 weather rating, though we lack its weight specification. The UV-25 owners report 4.3/5 across 89 reviews while MD-UV390 owners report 4.0/5 across 142 reviews, suggesting consistent satisfaction with the UV-25 among its user base. Price strongly favors the MD-UV390 at $121 with the UV-25's price unknown. If you need analog range and GPS capability without budget constraints, the UV-25 suits you. If you want DMR digital modes, weather sealing, and a known price point below $121, the MD-UV390 is the choice. For most users, the MD-UV390's combination of lower price, digital mode support, and solid owner feedback makes it the better value proposition.