RadioRanked verdict
Updated Nov 2026Radtel RT-910B vs Retevis A3
Our pick
Radtel RT-910B$30.99
The RT-910B is the clear winner here.
The most important differentiator is price. The RT-910B costs $31 versus $110 for the A3, a difference that matters significantly when neither radio offers digital modes like DMR or C4FM. Both are basic analog handhelds with similar weight and no weather sealing.
Owners report better satisfaction with the RT-910B at 3.9/5 stars across 48 reviews compared to the A3's 3.6/5 from 31 reviews. The RT-910B also includes Bluetooth connectivity, which the A3 lacks, and supports CHIRP programming for easier customization. We don't have TX power figures for either radio, so that doesn't factor into this comparison.
The A3 offers nothing that justifies its three and a half times higher price tag when the specs are otherwise equivalent. Neither radio includes GPS, APRS, or digital capabilities that would justify premium pricing.
Buy the RT-910B if you need an affordable, basic analog radio with reasonable owner satisfaction and Bluetooth capability. Buy the A3 only if you have specific requirements we can't identify from the available data.
Get the RT-910B.
By use case
Which should you buy?
Budget-conscious first-time licensee
It costs far less than the alternative while covering VHF, UHF, and 6m with 960 channels for learning the hobby.
RT-910BBuyer wanting a spare or secondary handheld
Its lower cost and Bluetooth support make it a sensible backup radio that does not need to be a primary rig.
RT-910BClub managing multiple network channels
Its lower price lets a club equip several members while handling many channels across multiple networks.
RT-910BLicensed technician focused on repeater use
It offers 999 channels and a stronger fit for NOAA monitoring and repeater access than the alternative.
A3Operator needing basic multi-band coverage
It delivers VHF, UHF, and 6m coverage with analog reliability, suited to straightforward, no-frills operating.
A3
Reasons to choose Radtel RT-910B
- 72% cheaper ($30.99 vs $109.99)
- 6g lighter (280g vs 286g)
- Has Bluetooth
- Has CHIRP compatibility
Reasons to choose Retevis A3
- 4% more memory channels (999 vs 960)
- 67% more battery (2500 mAh vs 1500 mAh)
Spec battle
Spec-by-spec breakdown
Made your choice?
Radtel RT-910BPICK
$30.99 on AmazonRetevis A3
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