Dimensions
Size comparison
BF-88EDC43
| BF-88E | DC43 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 57 mm | 49 mm | +8 mm |
| Width | 168 mm | 142 mm | +26 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 32 mm | +2 mm |
| Weight | 150 g | 86 g | +64 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is BF-88E better than DC43?
- USB-C chargingYes · DC43: No
- Maximum range (claimed)5 km vs 4 km+25%
Why is DC43 better than BF-88E?
- Weight150 g vs 86 g+74%
- DisplayNo display vs Backlit display
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | PMR446 | PMR446 |
| Licence | Licence-free | Licence-free |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | No | No |
| Frequency ranges | 446 MHz | 446 MHz |
| Transmit power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Channels | 16 | — |
| Maximum range (claimed) | 5 km | 4 km |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 260 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | automatic |
| Call tones | — | 6 |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | 3.7 V | — |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteries |
| Runs on AA/AAA batteries too | — | Yes |
| USB-C charging | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 150 g | 86 g |
| Width | 168 mm | 142 mm |
| Height | 57 mm | 49 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 32 mm |
| Display | No display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Yellow |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C | 2,5mm Klinke, micro USB |
| Radios in the base pack | — | 2 |
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