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Busch Model X-303 vs Solognac Walkie-Talkie 500

What X-303 does better (1) and where Walkie-Talkie 500 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

Busch Model X-303
Busch Model · 2025X-303
4.2Score
1 advantage≈ £30
Higher score
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Solognac Walkie-Talkie 500
Solognac · 2025Walkie-Talkie 500
4.1Score
3 advantages≈ £45
2.2Range & power7.9
3.9Battery3.0

Why is X-303 better than Walkie-Talkie 500?

  1. Weight62 g vs 175 g2.8×

Why is Walkie-Talkie 500 better than X-303?

  1. Maximum range (claimed)3 km vs 10 km3.3×
  2. Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS)38 vs 832.2×
  3. Channels8 vs 162×
Specifications

Side by side

Radio & range
Radio standardsPMR446PMR446
LicenceLicence-freeLicence-free
Digital mode (DMR / dPMR)NoNo
Frequency ranges446 MHz446 MHz
Transmit power0.5 W0.5 W
Channels816
Maximum range (claimed)3 km10 km
Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS)3883
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYesYes
Squelchautomatic—
Call tones5—
Power & battery
Battery capacity—800 mAh
Battery voltage4.5 V—
Power sourceRechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteriesRechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteries
Runs on AA/AAA batteries tooYesYes
USB-C chargingNoNo
Battery level indicatorYesYes
Design & durability
Weight62 g175 g
Width55 mm—
Height28 mm—
Depth86 mm—
Protection rating—IPX4
Water protection (IPx)—IPx4
DisplayBacklit displayBacklit display
ColoursSilver, BlackOrange
Features
VOX (hands-free)Yes—
Channel scanYes—
Key lockYes—
Roger beepYes—
Monitor buttonYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYesYes
Connectors2,5mm Klinke2,5mm Klinke, micro USB
Radios in the base pack21
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