Samcom FPCN30A vs HamGeek APX-8000 - Which One is Better in 2025?
Trying to choose between Samcom FPCN30A and HamGeek APX-8000? 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 | Samcom FPCN30A | HamGeek APX-8000 |
|---|---|---|
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| Radio Name | Samcom FPCN30A | HamGeek APX-8000 |
| Bands | 70cm | 2m, 70cm |
| Max Power 2m/70cm | 0/3.5 | 3.6/1.8 |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Battery Volts | 7.4 v | 7.4 v |
| Rated mAh | 1500 mAh | 8800 mAh |
| Tested mAh | mAh | 2760 mAh |
| Antenna Connector | M-SMA | M-SMA |
| Height w/ant | 282 mm | 350 mm |
| Width | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Thickness w/clip | 48 mm | 65 mm |
| Weight | 255 g | 390 g |
| Color Screen | No | Yes |
| GPS | No | No |
| USB-C Charging | No | Yes |
| Review Link | LINK | LINK |
| Price | $70 | $130 |
| Purchase Link | LINK | LINK |
| CHIRP Program | No | No |
| Value Score | B | D |
| Performance Score | C | C |
| Conclusions | I have been curious about Samcom equipment for a while now, so I am very happy to have finally been able to put the Samcom FPCN30A through its paces. Like all radios, there is good and bad to be found. The biggest question here is, does the Samcom FPCN30A do what it should well enough for the price you pay? I would say, absolutely. It combines both physical and software refinements that make it an excellent choice for business users who need a reliable, quality system on a smaller budget than some of the larger, well-known business-class radio manufacturers. | This is truly a unique radio and is actually pretty fun to use. I wish the performance lived up to the ascetics and added perks like the second screen, better speaker, better microphone, dual PTT, etc. I also wish it was programmable with CHIRP, alas it is not. So would I recommend it? That depends. If you are looking for something different that fits in your hand really well and has some really cool extra features, and of course can drop $130 on it, then yes. For most people who want a radio that works really well and won’t break the bank? No. Remember for the same money you could get something like the Yaesu FT-65 which, while not as cool and flashy, is a far better radio that will last a lot longer. |