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Himunication HM160 Max vs Standard Horizon HX320

What HM160 Max does better (2) and where HX320 wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Himunication HM160 Max
Himunication · 2026HM160 Max
9.6Score
2 advantages≈ £140
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Standard Horizon HX320
Standard Horizon · 2026HX320
8.3Score
0 advantages≈ £150
9.6Battery7.7
9.3Ruggedness6.1
7.3Features3.4
Dimensions

Size comparison

HM160 MaxHX320
155 × 6040133 × 6042
HM160 MaxHX320Difference
Height60 mm60 mm=
Width155 mm133 mm+22 mm
Depth40 mm42 mm−2 mm
Weight285 g290 g−5 g

Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).

Why is HM160 Max better than HX320?

  1. Battery capacity4,000 mAh vs 2,100 mAh+90%
  2. Water protection (IPx)IPx8 vs IPx7+14%

Why is HX320 better than HM160 Max?

HX320 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Side by side

Radio & range
Radio standardsAmateur VHF, Marine VHFAmateur VHF, Marine VHF
Frequency ranges156.025 - 163.275 MHz156.025 - 163.275 MHz
Transmit power6 W6 W
Channels99—
Squelchadjustableadjustable
Power & battery
Battery capacity4,000 mAh2,100 mAh
Battery voltage3.7 V7.4 V
Power sourceRechargeable packRechargeable pack
USB-C chargingYesYes
Battery level indicatorYesYes
Design & durability
Weight285 g290 g
Width155 mm133 mm
Height60 mm60 mm
Depth40 mm42 mm
Protection ratingIPX8IPX7
Water protection (IPx)IPx8IPx7
FloatsYesYes
DisplayBacklit displayBacklit display
ColoursBlackBlue
Features
VOX (hands-free)—Yes
VOX sensitivity levels—5
Channel scanYesYes
Dual watchYesYes
FlashlightYesYes
Emergency / SOS alarmYesYes
FM radio—Yes
Key lock—Yes
Monitor button—Yes
Noise reduction—Yes
PC programmable—Yes
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYesYes
ConnectorsUSB-C, 3,5mm KlinkeUSB-C, 3,5mm Klinke
Bluetooth—Yes
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