TYT MD-UV390

A low-cost way into DMR for someone who is willing to learn codeplug programming, with IP67 and a color screen as bonuses. The 5 W ceiling, Windows-only software and listing quirks mean newcomers who just want a simple analog handheld should look elsewhere.

★★★★☆4.0(142 reviews)

VHFUHFDMR

Good

$120.99 on Amazon

Price updated 11/15/2026

Set

$121–$121

Decision helper

Is this radio right for you?

Yes, if you're…

✓Hams who want to try DMR on a budget
✓Wet or dusty outings where an IP67 handheld matters
✓Operators who like programming large codeplugs

Skip it, if you're…

✕Beginners who want a simple analog handheld
✕Mac users (the listed software is Windows only)
✕Anyone who wants more than 5 W

Tradeoffs

The good and the bad

What we like

Dual-mode DMR Tier I and II plus analog FM
Listed IP67 waterproof and dustproof
Color LCD display
Up to 10,000 DMR contacts, with private, group, all-call and text messaging
Package includes a programming cable and desktop charger

What we don't

Not supported by CHIRP: DMR needs a DMR ID and a codeplug written in TYT's Windows software
5 W maximum output, with 1 W low
Known quirks on the same radio: no squelch tail on digital, no TX audio level adjustment
Listing advertises encryption, which is not allowed on amateur bands, and GPS is unconfirmed for this variant

Proprietary RR score

How we scored it

Good

Value

Features

Beginner

Portability

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$120.99 on Amazon

5.00W

TX Power

2200mAh

Battery

3000

Channels

★★★★☆4.0(142 Amazon reviews)

5 star

63%

4 star

13%

3 star

2 star

1 star

15%

Overview

The MD-UV390 is a dual-band handheld that works in DMR Tier I and II (two time slots) and analog FM, on VHF and UHF. It puts out 5 W high and 1 W low, runs on a 7.4 V Li-ion battery, has a color LCD, and is listed IP67 waterproof. TYT supports up to 10,000 contacts and private, group, all-call and text messages in digital mode. It is the same radio as the MD-UV380 in a waterproof case, not the 10 W MD-UV390 Plus.

DMR on the ham bands needs a DMR ID and a codeplug, written with TYT's own software. CHIRP does not support this radio, and the listing says the software is Windows only. The package lists a programming cable, desktop charger and belt clip. Miklor's review of the identical-electronics MD-UV380 notes no squelch tail on digital, no TX audio level adjustment, and motorboating from poorly shielded speaker mics.

The listing advertises an encryption function. Encryption is not permitted on amateur bands (47 CFR 97.113), so ignore it for ham use. GPS is a hardware option on this model line, and we have not confirmed that this listing includes it.

Specifications

Price	$120.99
TX Power (High)	5.00W
TX Power (Low)	1.00W
Memory Channels	3000
Dimensions	61 x 131 x 36 mm
Battery	2200 mAh Li-ion
Display	Color LCD
IP Rating	IP67
RX Range	136.0000–480.0000 MHz
TX Range	144.0000–148.0000 MHz
FCC Authorization	Covers land mobile only (Part 90)
FCC ID	POD-MDUV390
FCC Rule Parts	Part 90, Part 22
FCC Grant Date	2018-12-14
color	Black
unitCount	1