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Baofeng UV-5R 25th Anniversary Edition vs Baofeng UV-5R Plus

What UV-5R 25th Anniversary Edition does better (1) and where UV-5R Plus wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Baofeng UV-5R 25th Anniversary Edition
5.0Score
1 advantage≈ £25
Higher score
vs
Baofeng UV-5R Plus
Baofeng · 2025UV-5R Plus
4.8Score
1 advantage≈ £40
3.4Range & power3.4
5.3Battery3.8
2.7Features7.2

Why is UV-5R 25th Anniversary Edition better than UV-5R Plus?

  1. Weight201 g vs 250 g+24%

Why is UV-5R Plus better than UV-5R 25th Anniversary Edition?

  1. DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications

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Radio & range
Radio standardsVHF, UHFAmateur VHF
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Dual band (VHF + UHF)YesYes
Frequency ranges136–174 MHz, 400–520 MHz136 - 174 MHz
Transmit power5 W5 W
Channels128128
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYesYes
Power & battery
Battery capacity1,800 mAh1,800 mAh
Power source—Rechargeable pack
USB-C chargingYes—
Design & durability
Weight201 g250 g
Width53 mm—
Height94 mm—
Depth30 mm—
DisplayMonochrome displayBacklit display
Colours—Black
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
Dual watchYesYes
FlashlightYesYes
FM radioYesYes
Monitor buttonYesYes
PC programmableYesYes
Connectivity
Radios in the base pack—1
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