Baofeng
Baofeng UV-25 (Green)
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A dual-band workhorse for new licensees who want 10 watts, 999 channels, and CHIRP support without breaking $70.
Value
83
Features
24
Beginner
74
Portability
64
CHIRP
10.00W
TX Power
5200mAh
Battery
999
Channels
★★★★☆4.3(43 reviews)
5 star
69%
4 star
8%
3 star
13%
2 star
3%
1 star
7%
Overview
The UV-25 sits squarely in the budget dual-band segment, aimed at Technician-class operators getting their first serious HT or a spare radio for the go-bag. It is not a feature-rich digital rig, but it does not pretend to be. If your workflow is FM simplex, local repeaters, and the occasional DTMF tone, this covers the ground.
Where the UV-25 earns its keep is in the numbers that matter for this use case. A 10W ceiling gives it more headroom than the typical 5W entry-level HT, and the 5200mAh battery means extended field use without hunting for a charge. CHIRP compatibility is the practical clincher; it removes the pain of programming 999 channels by hand and keeps this radio in familiar territory for anyone who has ever managed a Baofeng before.
At under $65, the value case is genuinely strong, though operators looking for any digital mode support (DMR, D-STAR, System Fusion) should look elsewhere. This is an analog radio at an analog price, and for that audience it delivers reasonable capability per dollar.
Specifications
| Price | $63.99 |
| TX Power (High) | 10.00W |
| Memory Channels | 999 |
| Battery | 5200 mAh |
| Display | LCD |
| RX Range | 136.0000–520.0000 MHz |
| TX Range | 136.0000–520.0000 MHz |
| FCC ID | 2AJGM-UV25 |
| Color | green |
| Special Feature | Long Range |
| Compatible Devices | Other two-way radios using BAOFENG CPS or CHIRP software |
| Included Components | JIQI |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Tuner Type | HF |
| Model Number | UV-25 PRO |
| Built-In Media | JIQI |
| Additional Features | Long Range |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year |
| Connectivity Protocol | NWR, FM |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 06978269220092 |
Key Features
- Dual-band VHF (136-174 MHz) and UHF (400-520 MHz) TX/RX
- 10W high, 8W mid, 5W low TX power selectable
- 999 memory channels; CHIRP-compatible for PC-side programming
- Extended receive coverage includes 108-136 MHz (airband RX) and 220-260 MHz
- 5200mAh battery pack rated for extended field operation
- DTMF encode/decode with support for up to 15 DTMF calls
- Full keypad allows direct VFO entry without programming software
- Water resistant construction; no IP rating formally certified
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What Customers Say
★★★★★Well built
The radio is heavy. I couldn't get the programing cable to work but this is no problem as I found the radio very easy to manually program. I did find it strange that I had to enter the tone on TX and RX for repeater use. Other radios I own only required the tone to be entered on TX for repeater use ...
James H. Dickinson Jr.·Jan 27, 2026·Verified Purchase
★★★★★Antenna !!!
Neither antennas are for 220hz, so I put a Nagoya NA 320A tri band antenna.
Terry Nemitz·Sep 9, 2025·Verified Purchase
★★★★★Great water resistant unit!
So far, so good. This is my 6th radio... all my older ones work, but they are not water resistant or they have a lot less power. The unit is heavy, so a consideration if you are a backpacker.... but besides that? Great unit.
Rogue Gunn Works·Feb 16, 2026·Verified Purchase