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Busch Model X-303 vs Retevis RT24V Freenet

What X-303 does better (1) and where RT24V Freenet wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Busch Model X-303
Busch Model · 2025X-303
4.2Score
1 advantage≈ £30
vs
Retevis RT24V Freenet
Retevis · 2025RT24V Freenet
4.2Score
1 advantage≈ £30
Higher score
2.2Range & power6.4
3.9Battery3.1

Why is X-303 better than RT24V Freenet?

  1. Channels8 vs 6+33%

Why is RT24V Freenet better than X-303?

  1. Transmit power0.5 W vs 1 W2×
Specifications

Side by side

Radio & range
Radio standardsPMR446Freenet
LicenceLicence-freeLicence-free
Digital mode (DMR / dPMR)NoNo
Frequency ranges446 MHz149 MHz
Transmit power0.5 W1 W
Channels86
Maximum range (claimed)3 km3 km
Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS)38—
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYesYes
Squelchautomatic—
Call tones5—
Power & battery
Battery capacity—1,100 mAh
Battery voltage4.5 V3.7 V
Power sourceRechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteriesRechargeable pack
Runs on AA/AAA batteries tooYes—
USB-C chargingNo—
Battery level indicatorYesYes
Design & durability
Weight62 g—
Width55 mm—
Height28 mm—
Depth86 mm—
DisplayBacklit display—
ColoursSilver, BlackBlack
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
Channel scanYes—
Key lockYes—
Roger beepYes—
Monitor buttonYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYes—
Connectors2,5mm Klinke—
Radios in the base pack2—
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