Roberts went on to compliment the radio’s dual band capability (2M/440), and the ... Well, you’re in luck with the Baofeng UV-5R. Perhaps not surprising for $30, this unit is somewhat limited ...

Long-Range Communication**: The BAOFENG UV-5R handheld radio ... long-distance communication.  2. **Dual-Band Capability**: This versatile radio covers both UHF and VHF bands, offering you ...

With extremely basic handheld radios starting at around ten dollars and a capable dual-bander being yours for somewhere over twice that, most licencees will now own a Baofeng UV5 or similar radio.

And it’s getting to the point where the accessories, particularly the battery charging trays, are getting bulkier than the radios ... YMMV – the Baofeng UV-5R dual-band HT sitting on my ...