Dimensions
Size comparison
MR HH500HM160 Max
| MR HH500 | HM160 Max | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 67 mm | 60 mm | +7 mm |
| Width | 121 mm | 155 mm | −34 mm |
| Depth | 53 mm | 40 mm | +13 mm |
| Weight | 262 g | 285 g | −23 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is MR HH500 better than HM160 Max?
- Weight262 g vs 285 g+9%
Why is HM160 Max better than MR HH500?
- Battery capacity1,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh4×
- USB-C chargingNo · MR HH500: Yes
- Water protection (IPx)IPx7 vs IPx8+14%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF |
| Frequency ranges | 156.050 - 163.275 MHz | 156.025 - 163.275 MHz |
| Transmit power | 6 W | 6 W |
| Channels | — | 99 |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Call tones | 10 | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,000 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 3.7 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteries, Car socket | Rechargeable pack |
| Runs on AA/AAA batteries too | Yes | — |
| USB-C charging | No | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 262 g | 285 g |
| Width | 121 mm | 155 mm |
| Height | 67 mm | 60 mm |
| Depth | 53 mm | 40 mm |
| Protection rating | IPX7 | IPX8 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | IPx8 |
| Floats | Yes | Yes |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | — |
| Roger beep | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 3,5mm Klinke | USB-C, 3,5mm Klinke |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
