Baofeng BF-F9V2 vs Baofeng DM-V1 - Which One is Better in 2025?

Trying to choose between Baofeng BF-F9V2 and Baofeng DM-V1? 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-F9V2Baofeng DM-V1
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Radio NameBaofeng BF-F9V2Baofeng DM-V1
Bands2m, 70cm70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm4.7/4.9.3
Digital Mode-DMR
Battery TypeLi-IonLi-Ion
Battery Volts7.4 v3.7 v
Rated mAh2100 mAh2000 mAh
Tested mAh mAh1610 mAh
Antenna ConnectorM-SMAM-SMA
Height w/ant243 mm220 mm
Width58 mm60 mm
Thickness w/clip44 mm43 mm
Weight221 g192 g
Color ScreenNoNo
GPSNoNo
USB-C ChargingNoNo
Review LinkLINKLINK
Book LinkLINKLINK
Price$25$30
Purchase LinkLINKLINK
CHIRP ProgramYesNo
Value ScoreBD
Performance ScoreCF
Conclusions

Overall, I really like this Baofeng BF-F9V2+ as a UV-5R replacement. It improves on the original in signal strength and a little in clarity, gives you a bigger battery, and removes the useless BAND button. The only problem they introduced in the process really was the addition of a gloss screen, which may or may not bother you.

For me, I might instead of the Baofeng BF-F9V2+ pick up a BF-F8+ for the better screen or stick with my overall favorite cheap Chinese radio, the Baofeng UV-9R+ because I like the waterproof radio along with the better belt clip and little shield for the knob, but that is just me.

The Baofeng BF-F9V2+ is clearly a good replacement or upgrade for the UV-5R, and certainly one to keep your eye on.

Just no, do not buy a Baofeng DM-V1. If you somehow wind up with a Baofeng DM-V1 in your possession, do not waste your time and just dump it in the nearest electronics recycling bin. Personally, I have dreams of more of a Viking funeral, but there hasn’t been much rain around here lately, and I have a lot of pine trees.