Comet SMA-24 (SMA-Male) vs Nagoya NA-771 (SMA-Male)

The Nagoya NA-771 is the clear winner despite its lower price. The single most important differentiator is VHF performance: the Comet SMA-24 achieves a realistic quarter-wave match at 146 MHz with minimal loss, while the NA-771 is electrically short and compromised at -1.0 dBi. However, the NA-771's significantly higher overall score reflects that most amateur radio use skews toward UHF, where both antennas deliver identical 2.9 dBi performance. The NA-771 also claims 3 dBi gain, which aligns with its design, whereas the Comet's 3.5 dBi claim is optimistic. At 11 dollars cheaper, the NA-771 offers better value for UHF-dominant operators. Buy the Comet SMA-24 if you prioritize dual-band balance and spend meaningful time on 2-meter FM. Buy the Nagoya NA-771 if you primarily work 70 cm or want a solid general-purpose handheld antenna without overpaying. For most users, the NA-771 is the safer choice.