TYT MD-UV390 vs Wouxun KG-UV9D Plus

The TYT MD-UV390 is the better choice for most buyers.

Both radios match on power output (5W) and lack the same advanced digital modes. The decisive difference is price paired with owner feedback. The MD-UV390 costs $59 less and carries a 4.0 out of 5 rating from 142 Amazon reviews, giving you substantial buyer evidence of real-world satisfaction. The Wouxun KG-UV9D Plus costs more at $180 and reports a 4.2 rating from only 42 reviews, a much smaller sample that carries less statistical weight.

The Wouxun offers CHIRP compatibility for easier programming and we know its weight (250g), while the MD-UV390 lacks CHIRP and we don't have its weight data. However, the MD-UV390 has IP67 waterproofing, where the Wouxun lists no IP rating. These trade-offs don't outweigh the price and buyer review advantage.

Buy the MD-UV390 if you want a solid dual-band radio with weather protection at the best value. Buy the Wouxun only if CHIRP programming matters to your workflow and you prefer its lighter weight.

Go with the TYT MD-UV390.