Mirkit 15.6-inch Dual-Band Whip (SMA-Female) vs Retevis RHD-771 (SMA-Female)

The Retevis RHD-771 is the clear winner. Both antennas are electrically identical on VHF and UHF, sharing the same physical length and resulting in identical electrical performance: compromised VHF reception at 0.19 wavelengths and respectable UHF performance at 5/8 wave. The decisive difference is price and honesty. The Retevis costs four dollars less while claiming 2.15 dBi gain, a figure supported by its 5/8 wave electrical length on UHF. The Mirkit makes no gain claims, yet scores four points higher despite identical electrical properties, suggesting the Radioranked scoring may not fully weight the value proposition. Both are acceptable budget dual-band whips for handheld use, but neither excels on VHF due to their electrical shortness.

Buy the Retevis RHD-771 if you want better value and accurate specifications. Buy the Mirkit only if you specifically prefer unmarked packaging or have existing inventory compatibility. The Retevis delivers the same performance at lower cost with transparent claims, making it the sensible choice for most users.