RadioRanked verdict
Updated Nov 2026Radioddity GS-10B vs Radtel RT-860
Our pick
Radioddity GS-10B$47.99
The GS-10B is the stronger choice for most buyers. The primary differentiator is owner feedback: the GS-10B reports a 4.5/5 rating across 23 reviews versus the RT-860's 3.9/5 across 139 reviews. While the larger review sample for the RT-860 provides more data, owners consistently report better experiences with the GS-10B. The GS-10B also offers 8W transmit power and CHIRP programming support, both useful features absent or unknown on the RT-860. The RT-860 saves $9 and weighs 25 grams less, minor advantages that don't offset the performance gap. We lack the RT-860's transmit power specification, so a direct power comparison isn't possible, but this missing data shouldn't outweigh the owner feedback disparity.
Buy the GS-10B if you want a radio backed by stronger owner reports and confirmed features like CHIRP support. Choose the RT-860 only if budget is your absolute constraint and you're willing to accept less certain feedback.
The GS-10B is the recommended purchase for most users seeking a reliable entry-level handheld.
By use case
Which should you buy?
New hobbyist exploring multiple ham bands
Offers 1.25m band coverage, Bluetooth, and CHIRP programming for newcomers exploring more than VHF and UHF.
GS-10BBudget-conscious new technician on local repeaters
Costs less and provides 1024 channels for local VHF and UHF repeater use.
RT-860Emergency kit builder wanting extra transmit power
Its 8W transmit power and 1.25m band give more reach for emergency communication kits.
GS-10BOperator needing high channel memory
Holds 1024 channels, well above the 256 channels on the other handheld.
RT-860Hiker prioritizing lighter carry weight
Weighs 255 grams, lighter than the alternative for long carry sessions in the field.
RT-860Simplex operator needing tri-band coverage
Adds 1.25m coverage and 8W output for simplex work beyond VHF and UHF.
GS-10B
Reasons to choose Radioddity GS-10B
- 25% more battery (2500 mAh vs 2000 mAh)
- Has Bluetooth
- Has CHIRP compatibility
- Has color TFT display
Reasons to choose Radtel RT-860
- 23% cheaper ($36.99 vs $47.99)
- 4x more memory channels (1,024 vs 256)
- 25g lighter (255g vs 280g)
Spec battle
Spec-by-spec breakdown
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