Check out our product review of the best vhf handheld radios. We tried 10 models and can tell you the absolute best varieties.
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Our Top Pick
9.7/10 our score
Best Vhf Handheld Radios
| Rank | Product Name | Score |
|---|---|---|
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1  |
UV-5R 5W Handheld Ham Radio with 3800mAh Battery |
9. 7 |
|
2  |
UV-5R 5W Handheld Ham Radio with 1800mAh Battery, Black |
9. 5 |
|
3 |
YDC TECH® MR-36M Handheld Waterproof VHF Marine Radio Black |
9. 1 |
|
4 |
Marine VHF Radio Handbook |
8. 8 |
|
5 |
Standard Horizon HX210 Handheld VHF Radio,Black |
8. 6 |
|
6 |
Cobra Marine Radio - MR HH150 FLT - 3 Watt, Floating, Long Range |
8. 2 |
|
7 |
Standard Horizon Standard HX300 Handheld VHF Marine Radio |
8. 0 |
|
8 |
Uniden UM385BK Ipx4 Waterproof Fixed Mount VHF Radio, Black |
7 .7 |
1. UV-5R 5W Handheld Ham Radio with 3800mAh Battery
9.7/10 our score
- Ic: 25962-p51uv
- Package including: 1x uv-5r radio, 1x 7.4v 3800mah li-ion battery, 1x original antenna, 1x belt clip, 1x hand strap, 1x earpiece, 1x adapter, 1x desktop charger, 1x english manual
- 128 memory channel
- Frequency range: vhf/uhf
- Works with windows 7/10 system, support "chirp"
2. UV-5R 5W Handheld Ham Radio with 1800mAh Battery, Black
9.5/10 our score
- Easy to program (works with windows 7/10 system), support "chirp" software
- Frequency range: vhf/uhf,128 memory channel, high /low power switchable
- 1x hand strap, 1x earpiece, 1x adapter, 1x desktop charger, 1x english manual
- Ic: 25962-p51uv
- Package including: 1x uv-5r radio, 1x 7.4v 1800mah li-ion battery, 1x original antenna, 1x belt clip,
3. YDC TECH® MR-36M Handheld Waterproof VHF Marine Radio Black
9.1/10 our score
- All usa, international, and canada channels (includes canadian "b" channels, and all weather channels)
- Ip-67 waterproof (1 meter depth for 30 minutes)
- Large, easy-to-read lcd screen, dual/tri-watch
- Ic certified handheld marine radio, ic# 25058-mr36m
- Float and flash, vibration water draining
4. Marine VHF Radio Handbook
8.8/10 our score
5. Standard Horizon HX210 Handheld VHF Radio,Black
8.6/10 our score
- Package height: 23.368 cm
- Product type: two way radio
- Package width: 17.78 cm
- Package length: 8.382 cm
6. Cobra Marine Radio - MR HH150 FLT - 3 Watt, Floating, Long Range
8.2/10 our score
- Noaa and weather alerts - gain instant access to national all hazard and weather information. be the first to know about incoming weather threats or important news. 24 hours per day, you will have accurate and live information
- Long range communication - get your message where you need it to go. whether its short range or long distance, the selectable 3-watt vhf options can reach a wide range of distances with quality connection
- Waterproof - designed to withstand the elements, this radio is rated submersible to an industry standard jis7 which gives you 30 minutes of protection at one-meter depth. equipped with rechargeable batteries, you can avoid purchasing batteries frequently
- International use - travel with ease, this radio comes with the capability to operate in usa, canada and other international destinations. you will feel confident in your communication no matter the destination. a must have boat accessory.
- It floats - the perfect radio for marine use of any size boat. built with an orange core that makes it easy see while floating and retrieve if it gets dropped overboard.
7. Standard Horizon Standard HX300 Handheld VHF Marine Radio
8/10 our score
- Large 1.75" lcd
- All scanning functions including programmable, priority scan and dual/tri watch
- Country of origin: japan
- 5 or 1 watts of transmit power
8. Uniden UM385BK Ipx4 Waterproof Fixed Mount VHF Radio, Black
7.7/10 our score
- Memory channel scan
- Dsc position send and request
- All usa/international/canadian marine channels, including the new 4-digit, and the canadian "b" channels
- Ipx4 jis4 waterproof level
- Dsc (digital selective calling)