Baofeng UV-32 vs Yaesu FT-60R

The Baofeng UV-32 is the clear winner here. Despite costing half the price of the Yaesu FT-60R, it outperforms it across nearly every meaningful metric. The UV-32 delivers double the transmit power at 10W versus 5W, includes GPS functionality for location tracking, and supports CHIRP programming for easier customization. It also scores significantly higher on overall quality at 54/100 compared to the Yaesu's disappointing 37/100.

The single most important differentiator is transmit power combined with price. The UV-32 gives you more capability for considerably less money, making the Yaesu's premium pricing difficult to justify given its inferior performance.

Budget-conscious operators and those prioritizing practical features like GPS should buy the Baofeng UV-32. The Yaesu FT-60R might appeal only to collectors interested in legacy equipment or users with specific brand loyalty, though even then it's hard to recommend.

We recommend the Baofeng UV-32 without hesitation. It's the better radio at the better price, offering more features and stronger specifications. Unless you have particular reasons to choose otherwise, this is the obvious choice for most amateur radio operators.