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Retevis MateTalk C66B vs TALKPOD A36SE

What MateTalk C66B does better (0) and where A36SE wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Retevis MateTalk C66B
Retevis · 2026MateTalk C66B
4.8Score
0 advantages≈ £45
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TALKPOD A36SE
TALKPOD · 2024A36SE
3.8Score
1 advantage≈ £40
2.6Range & power4.2

Why is MateTalk C66B better than A36SE?

MateTalk C66B has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is A36SE better than MateTalk C66B?

  1. DisplayBacklit display vs Colour display
Specifications

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TALKPOD A36SETALKPOD A36SE≈ £403.8
Radio & range
Radio standardsAmateur VHF, Amateur UHFVHF, UHF
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Dual band (VHF + UHF)YesYes
Frequency ranges440 - 470 MHz; 146 - 174 MHz—
Transmit power5 W5 W
Channels16—
Maximum range (claimed)3 km—
Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS)260—
CTCSS / DCS sub-tonesYes—
Squelchadjustable—
Power & battery
Battery capacity1,500 mAh—
Battery voltage7.4 V—
Power sourceRechargeable pack—
USB-C chargingYes—
Standby time71 h—
Battery level indicatorYes—
Design & durability
Width138 mm—
Height58 mm—
Depth38 mm—
Protection rating—IP54
Water protection (IPx)—IPx4
ShockproofYes—
DisplayBacklit displayColour display
ColoursOrange—
Features
VOX (hands-free)Yes—
VOX sensitivity levels10—
Channel scanYes—
Dual watch—Yes
Emergency / SOS alarmYesYes
FM radio—Yes
Key lockYes—
Roger beepYes—
Monitor buttonYes—
Voice encryption / scramblerYes—
PC programmableYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYes—
ConnectorsUSB-C—
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