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Baofeng BF-T25E vs NXGKET 813

What BF-T25E does better (1) and where 813 wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Baofeng BF-T25E
Baofeng · 2025BF-T25E
6.4Score
1 advantage≈ £30
vs
NXGKET 813
NXGKET · 2026813
7.2Score
2 advantages≈ £30
Higher score
5.4Range & power6.2
4.6Battery6.6
Dimensions

Size comparison

BF-T25E813
116 × 584030 × 60160
BF-T25E813Difference
Height58 mm60 mm−2 mm
Width116 mm30 mm+86 mm
Depth40 mm160 mm−120 mm
Weight256 g93 g+163 g

Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).

Why is BF-T25E better than 813?

  1. Battery capacity1,400 mAh vs 1,200 mAh+17%

Why is 813 better than BF-T25E?

  1. Weight256 g vs 93 g2.8×
  2. USB-C chargingNo · BF-T25E: Yes
Specifications

Side by side

Baofeng BF-T25EBaofeng BF-T25E≈ £306.4
NXGKET 813NXGKET 813≈ £307.2
Radio & range
Radio standardsPMR446PMR446
LicenceLicence-freeLicence-free
Digital mode (DMR / dPMR)NoNo
Frequency ranges446 MHz446 MHz
Transmit power0.5 W0.5 W
Channels1616
Maximum range (claimed)—8 km
Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS)155—
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYesYes
Squelchautomaticadjustable
Call tones1010
Power & battery
Battery capacity1,400 mAh1,200 mAh
Battery voltage3.7 V3.7 V
Power sourceRechargeable packRechargeable pack
USB-C chargingNoYes
Battery level indicatorYesYes
Design & durability
Weight256 g93 g
Width116 mm30 mm
Height58 mm60 mm
Depth40 mm160 mm
Shockproof—Yes
DisplayBacklit displayBacklit display
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
VOX sensitivity levels—3
Channel scanYesYes
Dual watchYes—
FlashlightYesYes
Key lockYesYes
Roger beepYes—
Monitor buttonYesYes
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYes—
Connectors2,5 und 3,5 mmUSB-C
Radios in the base pack23
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