Baofeng BF-E90 vs Baofeng BF-T1 - Which One is Better in 2025?

Trying to choose between Baofeng BF-E90 and Baofeng BF-T1? 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.

FeatureBaofeng BF-E90Baofeng BF-T1
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Radio NameBaofeng BF-E90Baofeng BF-T1
Bands70cm70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm0/.40/1
Battery TypeLi-IonLi-Ion
Battery Volts v3.7 v
Rated mAh mAh1500 mAh
Height w/ant mm105 mm
Width mm56 mm
Thickness w/clip mm31 mm
Weight111 g102 g
Color ScreenNoNo
GPSNoNo
USB-C ChargingNoNo
Review LinkLINKLINK
Book LinkLINKLINK
Price$20$23
Purchase Link-LINK
CHIRP ProgramYesYes
Rating by PriceDC
Rating OverallDC
Conclusions

Between this Baofeng BF-E90 and the Baofeng BF-T1, I would have to go with the latter. I just can’t find a lot of reason to save a little money and go with this radio.

If I really needed to save money, I would probably go with the ArcShell AR6 over the Baofeng BF-E90 as it is all around a nicer radio. But then the ArcShell won’t really fit in a shirt pocket and weighs a little more.

I guess I would have to say that, in my opinion, you should steer clear of the Baofeng BF-E90 unless you have a specific reason for using it. I think the BF-T1 is all around a better choice, even if it does cost a little more money.

The Baofeng BF-T1 is a nice pocket-sized radio which is perfectly usable for the amateur radio operator who wants something like a bubble-pack radio that can be programmed for ham frequencies. If this sounds like you, this might be the best walkie-talkie for you, much better than the non-programmable Motorola walkie-talkie amazon may carry.