By: BAOFENG
The BAOFENG BF-F8HP (UV-5R 3rd Gen) 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio is the perfect choice for anyone looking for the best walkie talkie. This radio covers both VHF (136-174MHz) and UHF (400-520MHz) frequencies and comes with a full kit that includes a large battery. It is easy to use, has great sound quality, and offers a long-lasting battery life. Additionally, the radio is made of high-quality materials that ensure an extended durability. Whether you're looking for a reliable walkie talkie for yourself or for your kids, the BAOFENG BF-F8HP is the perfect choice!
Matt: So I got the Baofeng for local ham use and to additionally use as a scanner. The radio arrived really quickly and worked perfectly out the box.
The seller did mistakenly send the wrong battery (I ordered the high capacity one and received an ordinary capacity one) but I was able to contact them straight away and they offered to send out the correct battery free of charge, making sure I was well informed throughout.
I would suggest getting the programming cable and using chirp to program the radio however if you want to operate outside the normal frequencies.
United Kingdom on Aug 31, 2022
D. J. W. BaileyD. J. W. Bailey: This is a very cheap walkie talkie, and you get what you pay for. Its for bug out bags and emergencies and for adventure activities. It also requires a licence in the UK. So it pays to check against the exact item that arrives. Check packaging, battery, Firmware, model S/N, and labels as well as any design features. The shipper responds very fast to any issues, so 5* for service and understanding that you just don't take risks with equipment that can get you a £5,000 fine from OFCOM if it malfunctions.
Mine shipped with a 1800mAh battery, which seller dealt with. Note also grille and fascia and display were not same as UK/EU model. Again, seller dealt with.
United Kingdom on Jul 01, 2022
Raúl Montes: Fácil de usar
Mexico on Dec 06, 2021
Ramnarayan: Excellent quality. Works superbly. Transmission power is definitely above 5 watts.. the supplied antenna has terrible reception tho...fitted it with a good antenna and works like a charm
India on Jul 29, 2019
Scouter III: As a “brand new” HAM Operator, I bought the BaoFeng BF-F8HP because BaoFeng Tech (aka Pofung) radios and their accessories were recommended as great “starter” dual band (2M/440 MHz) handheld transceivers (HT) for a new HAM Operator’s “first radio”. BaoFeng HAM radios and accessories cost significantly less than most other Amateur HT radio brands with equivalent dual band (2M/440 MHz) capabilities. The BF-F8HP model can also transmit more power (~8 Watts) than most other brands that transmit the more or less “standard” HT maximum of 5 Watts. How BaoFeng managed to produce almost 8 Watts of power out of such a tiny radio simply amazes me. This 3rd Generation BaoFeng BF-F8HP radio can also be programmed to receive commercial broadcast FM radio stations and National Weather Service (NWS) NOAA All-Weather radio broadcasts (here is an Internet website URL address to find NWS NOAA radio stations in your area - http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/coverage/station_listing.html). In addition, FRS and GMRS radio service frequencies can also be programmed into this radio (note - the BF-F8HP radio is not FCC approved to transmit on FRS or GMRS channel frequencies). This radio’s...
United States on Apr 30, 2017
Tom Servo: I don't know what I was expecting with a sub-$70 radio, but I was both pleasantly surprised and sadly disappointed with my purchase. I bought this because I'm on a tight budget and my trusty and beloved Kenwood TH-79a's LCD display has gone kaput, while my ham-fisted attempts to fix it have been for naught.
First, the good: It's much more solidly built than I was expecting something this cheap to be. The buttons have a solid, sturdy feel to them. The display is pretty easy to read, and the backlight comes in three colors with several options available for how and when it lights up. The built-in FM radio is an unusual but not unwelcome tough, as is the small but useful LED torch on top. Programming the radio with the official programming cable and CHIRP is a snap once you figure out that program, but programming from the keypad directly is actually not that hard once you learn the weird conventions the radio uses. The voice prompts, which can be disabled, are a neat addition, but not really useful and slow down menu operations. Yes, you can even change it to Chinese and practice your foreign language skills.
So far, the battery life has been pretty good. I don't do a...
United States on Nov 03, 2015
| BaoFeng BF-F8HP 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (3rd Generation UV-5R Model) | Obuby Kids Walkie Talkies: Long Range Two-Way Radios for Fun Communication | Obuby Walkie Talkies: Fun Communication for Kids | |
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| Sale off | $2 OFF | ||
| Total Reviews | 4 reviews | 1 reviews | 1 reviews |
| Whats in the box | Baofeng | ||
| Other display features | Wireless | ||
| Product Dimensions | 10.5 x 2 x 2 inches | 2.5 x 1 x 0.5 inches | 2.5 x 1 x 0.5 inches |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | ||
| Color | Black | ||
| ASIN | B00MAULSOK | B085NJ423J | B085NJ423J |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5/5 stars of 13,986 ratings | 4.5/5 stars of 7,091 ratings | 4.5/5 stars of 7,091 ratings |
| Item Weight | 10.1 ounces | 2.82 ounces | 2.82 ounces |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3 in Portable FRS Two-Way Radios | #64,445 in Toys & Games #76 in Kids' Walkie Talkies#28,507 in Pre-Kindergarten Toys | #64,445 in Toys & Games #76 in Kids' Walkie Talkies#28,507 in Pre-Kindergarten Toys |
| Item model number | BF-F8HP | HK-288 | HK-288 |
| Department | Electronics | ||
| Date First Available | March 1, 2014 | ||
| Manufacturer | Baofeng | 3 years and up | 3 years and up |
| Special features | Only BaoFeng Tech is Authorized to Resell, Software and Downloads Available at https://baofengtech.com/bf-f8hp | ||
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. | 4 AAA batteries required. | 4 AAA batteries required. |
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United Kingdom on Mar 09, 2023