Baofeng BF-F9V2 vs Baofeng DM-V1

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.

Feature	Baofeng BF-F9V2	Baofeng DM-V1
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Radio Name	Baofeng BF-F9V2	Baofeng DM-V1
Bands	2m, 70cm	70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm	4.7/4.9	.3
Digital Mode	-	DMR
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Battery Volts	7.4 v	3.7 v
Rated mAh	2100 mAh	2000 mAh
Tested mAh	mAh	1610 mAh
Antenna Connector	M-SMA	M-SMA
Height w/ant	243 mm	220 mm
Width	58 mm	60 mm
Thickness w/clip	44 mm	43 mm
Weight	221 g	192 g
Color Screen	No	No
GPS	No	No
USB-C Charging	No	No
Review Link	LINK	LINK
Book Link	LINK	LINK
Price	$25	$30
Purchase Link	LINK	LINK
CHIRP Program	Yes	No
Rating by Price	B	D
Rating Overall	C	F
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.