vs
8.9Range & power6.3
Dimensions
Size comparison
Alan 100 Plus BAlan 42 DS Power
| Alan 100 Plus B | Alan 42 DS Power | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 38 mm | 140 mm | −102 mm |
| Width | 190 mm | 70 mm | +120 mm |
| Depth | 124 mm | 30 mm | +94 mm |
| Weight | 1,200 g | 220 g | +980 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Alan 100 Plus B better than Alan 42 DS Power?
- Transmit power4.5 W vs 4 W+12%
Why is Alan 42 DS Power better than Alan 100 Plus B?
- Weight1,200 g vs 220 g5.5×
- Channels40 vs 802×
- DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | CB | CB |
| Licence | Licence-free | Licence-free |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | No | No |
| Frequency ranges | 26.965–27.405 MHz | 26.565 - 27.99125 MHz |
| Transmit power | 4.5 W | 4 W |
| Channels | 40 | 80 |
| Squelch | — | automatic, adjustable, digital squelch |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | — | 7.2 V |
| Power source | — | Rechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteries, Car socket |
| Runs on AA/AAA batteries too | — | Yes |
| USB-C charging | — | No |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 1,200 g | 220 g |
| Width | 190 mm | 70 mm |
| Height | 38 mm | 140 mm |
| Depth | 124 mm | 30 mm |
| Display | Monochrome display | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 4 Pin socket | 3,5mm Klinke, 2,5mm Klinke |
| Radios in the base pack | — | 1 |
