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Retevis RA89 vs TALKPOD A36PLUS MAX

What RA89 does better (1) and where A36PLUS MAX wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Retevis RA89
Retevis · 2025RA89
9.1Score
1 advantage≈ £60
Higher score
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TALKPOD A36PLUS MAX
TALKPOD · 2024A36PLUS MAX
1 advantage≈ £45
7.4Range & power6.6

Why is RA89 better than A36PLUS MAX?

  1. Transmit power10 W vs 8 W+25%

Why is A36PLUS MAX better than RA89?

  1. DisplayBacklit display vs Colour display
Specifications

Side by side

Retevis RA89Retevis RA89≈ £609.1
Radio & range
Radio standardsAmateur VHF, Amateur UHFVHF, UHF
LicenceAmateur licenceAmateur licence
Dual band (VHF + UHF)YesYes
Frequency ranges430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz440–450 MHz
Transmit power10 W8 W
Channels200—
Power & battery
Battery capacity2,500 mAh—
Battery voltage7.4 V—
Power sourceRechargeable pack—
USB-C chargingYes—
Battery level indicatorYes—
Design & durability
Weight295 g—
Width126 mm—
Height62 mm—
Depth43 mm—
Protection ratingIP68—
Water protection (IPx)IPx8—
ShockproofYes—
DisplayBacklit displayColour display
ColoursBlack—
Features
VOX (hands-free)Yes—
Channel scanYes—
FlashlightYes—
FM radioYesYes
PC programmableYes—
Connectivity
Headset / earpiece jackYes—
ConnectorsUSB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm—
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