Radtel RT-860 vs Yaesu FT-60R

The Yaesu FT-60R is the better radio for most users. The single most important differentiator is price paired with owner feedback: the FT-60R costs $210 versus $39 for the Radtel RT-860, but 212 Amazon owners rate it 4.5/5 while 139 owners rate the RT-860 at 3.9/5. That higher owner rating on a larger sample suggests real-world satisfaction favors Yaesu. The RT-860's transmit power is unknown, while the FT-60R delivers a confirmed 5W. Both lack DMR, APRS, GPS, and CHIRP support, so neither offers advanced features. The FT-60R is heavier at 370g versus 255g, a minor tradeoff for a radio owners actually report satisfaction with.

Buy the RT-860 only if budget is your absolute constraint and you want a basic handheld for occasional use. Buy the FT-60R if you want a proven handheld with solid owner feedback and known specifications. We recommend the Yaesu FT-60R. The price difference is meaningful but justified by transparent specs and stronger owner confidence.