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Midland G18 Pro vs Radioddity HD-1

What G18 Pro does better (1) and where HD-1 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

Midland G18 Pro
Midland · 2025G18 Pro
9.0Score
1 advantage≈ £120
vs
Radioddity HD-1
Radioddity · 2026HD-1
9.3Score
3 advantages≈ £120
Higher score
9.3Range & power5.4
7.4Battery9.2
7.5Ruggedness7.7
4.8Features8.2

Why is G18 Pro better than HD-1?

  1. Channels99 vs 166.2×

Why is HD-1 better than G18 Pro?

  1. Battery capacity1,600 mAh vs 2,400 mAh+50%
  2. DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
  3. Weight240 g vs 210 g+14%
Specifications

Side by side

Midland G18 ProMidland G18 Pro≈ £1209.0
Radioddity HD-1Radioddity HD-1≈ £1209.3
Radio & range
Radio standardsPMR446PMR446
LicenceLicence-freeLicence-free
Digital mode (DMR / dPMR)NoNo
Frequency ranges446 MHz446 MHz
Transmit power0.5 W0.5 W
Channels9916
Maximum range (claimed)12 km—
Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS)155—
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYesYes
Squelch—adjustable
Power & battery
Battery capacity1,600 mAh2,400 mAh
Power sourceRechargeable packRechargeable pack
USB-C charging—Yes
Battery level indicator—Yes
Design & durability
Weight240 g210 g
Width1,130 mm62 mm
Height560 mm29 mm
Depth380 mm180 mm
Protection ratingIP67IP67
Water protection (IPx)IPx7IPx7
DisplayMonochrome displayBacklit display
ColoursBlackYellow
Features
VOX (hands-free)YesYes
VOX sensitivity levels10—
Channel scanYesYes
Emergency / SOS alarmYesYes
Key lockYesYes
Roger beep—Yes
Monitor button—Yes
Voice encryption / scramblerYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jack—Yes
Connectors—2,5 und 3,5 mm, USB-C
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