Abbree AR-730 vs Explorer QRZ-1 - Which One is Better in 2025?

Trying to choose between Abbree AR-730 and Explorer QRZ-1? Below you'll find a side-by-side comparison of key features, specifications, and performance to help you decide which handheld radio best fits your needs. Click the link below for a full review and detailed test results.

FeatureAbbree AR-730Explorer QRZ-1
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Radio NameAbbree AR-730Explorer QRZ-1
Bands2m, 1.25m, 70cm2m, 70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm6/5.13.9/5
Battery TypeLi-IonLi-Ion
Battery Volts7.4 v7.4 v
Rated mAh mAh1400 mAh
Tested mAh1030 mAh1070 mAh
Antenna ConnectorM-SMAF-SMA
Height w/ant305 mm246 mm
Width56 mm59 mm
Thickness w/clip48 mm47 mm
Weight205 g232 g
Color ScreenYesNo
GPSNoNo
USB-C ChargingYesNo
Review LinkLINKLINK
Price$39$34
Purchase Link-LINK
CHIRP ProgramYesYes
Rating by PriceCF
Rating OverallDC
Conclusions

So would I recommend this Abbree AR-730? No. Although the radio did far better than I expected, considering the dismal crash and burn of their AR-518, it still has a very low value for dollar in my opinion. For the same price you could get a Tidradio TH-H3, which is in every way a far superior radio and comes with a clone of a Nagoya 771 antenna and a 2500mAh battery. The only advantage this radio has, is it comes in colors.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with the Explorer QRZ-1, it is a solid radio at its price point. I am still not sure what its purpose in life is, seeing as how the TYT is the same radio and usually cheaper. At least it isn’t trying to rip you off, like the MyEmergencyRadio.com radio is.

Although I don’t see any new ones available for sale, if I ran across a used one for a reasonable amount and needed an inexpensive starter radio, this would make a fine choice. My purchase link in this review sends you to the new and still manufactured TYT TH-UV88 instead of the discontinued, more expensive QRZ-1.