Dimensions
Size comparison
BF-88ES1 LF
| BF-88E | S1 LF | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 57 mm | 53 mm | +4 mm |
| Width | 168 mm | 108 mm | +60 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 20 mm | +14 mm |
| Weight | 150 g | 145 g | +5 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is BF-88E better than S1 LF?
BF-88E has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is S1 LF better than BF-88E?
- Battery capacity1,500 mAh vs 2,200 mAh+47%
- Weight150 g vs 145 g+3%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | PMR446 | PMR446 |
| Licence | Licence-free | Licence-free |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | No | No |
| Frequency ranges | 446 MHz | 446 MHz |
| Transmit power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Channels | 16 | 16 |
| Maximum range (claimed) | 5 km | — |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 155 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,500 mAh | 2,200 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 3.7 V | 3.8 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | Yes | Yes |
| Standby time | — | 360 h |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 150 g | 145 g |
| Width | 168 mm | 108 mm |
| Height | 57 mm | 53 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 20 mm |
| Display | No display | No display |
| Colours | Black | — |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| Monitor button | Yes | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C | USB-C, 3,5mm Klinke |
| Bluetooth | — | Yes |
| Radios in the base pack | 10 | — |
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