Radtel RT-880 vs Yaesu FT-60R

The Yaesu FT-60R is the better choice for most buyers, but the RT-880 offers a practical alternative if budget is your primary concern.

The most important differentiator is price. The FT-60R costs nearly three times as much as the RT-880, yet both lack advanced features like DMR, APRS, and GPS. The RT-880's TX power and weight remain unknown to us, which limits what we can assess about it. The FT-60R provides a confirmed 5W output and weighs 370g. On the owner rating front, both radios report strong satisfaction: the FT-60R at 4.5/5 from 212 reviews and the RT-880 at 4.3/5 from 207 reviews. This tells us buyers report satisfaction with both, with negligible practical difference between them.

The RT-880 suits someone with a tight budget who wants a capable basic handheld and accepts incomplete specification data. The FT-60R suits someone who wants published power and weight specs plus the confidence of a higher-priced, established brand, if the extra cost fits your budget.

Go with the FT-60R if budget allows. Its transparent specifications and strong owner feedback justify the premium. Choose the RT-880 only if price is your limiting factor and the missing specs don't concern you.