Samcom FPCN30A vs Baofeng BF-E90 - Which One is Better in 2025?

Trying to choose between Samcom FPCN30A and Baofeng BF-E90? 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.

FeatureSamcom FPCN30ABaofeng BF-E90
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Radio NameSamcom FPCN30ABaofeng BF-E90
Bands70cm70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm0/3.50/.4
Battery TypeLi-IonLi-Ion
Battery Volts7.4 v v
Rated mAh1500 mAh mAh
Antenna ConnectorM-SMA-
Height w/ant282 mm mm
Width58 mm mm
Thickness w/clip48 mm mm
Weight255 g111 g
Color ScreenNoNo
GPSNoNo
USB-C ChargingNoNo
Review LinkLINKLINK
Book Link-LINK
Price$70$20
Purchase LinkLINK-
CHIRP ProgramNoYes
Rating by PriceBD
Rating OverallCD
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.

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.