I am not a super radio guy. I do not have my license. I do not use my radio illegally, so fear not. I took a class on basic radio stuff and I am thinking of getting my license. I also want to have some inexpensive radios on hand to communicate a little better than with FRS radios etc.
I have a Baofeng BF_F8HP, which is basically an upgraded UV-5R. It has more frequencies, and it has 8 watts vs. 5. I know it is debatable as to whether the increased output is really that helpful.
My question is, does anyone have any experience with the TYT UV8000E Radio? This seems like a really cool radio in that it has a built in repeater function. It also has a 10w output, which again may not be a huge improvement without an antenna and line of sight.
Would it be worth getting to increase the com range (even a little) of my BF-F8HP and really even if I wanted to get some UV-5Rs as more of a handout, and/or cheaper way to get more radios? Thanks!
I have a Baofeng BF_F8HP, which is basically an upgraded UV-5R. It has more frequencies, and it has 8 watts vs. 5. I know it is debatable as to whether the increased output is really that helpful.
My question is, does anyone have any experience with the TYT UV8000E Radio? This seems like a really cool radio in that it has a built in repeater function. It also has a 10w output, which again may not be a huge improvement without an antenna and line of sight.
Would it be worth getting to increase the com range (even a little) of my BF-F8HP and really even if I wanted to get some UV-5Rs as more of a handout, and/or cheaper way to get more radios? Thanks!