Samcom FPCN30A vs Yaesu FT3DR - Which One is Better in 2025?
Trying to choose between Samcom FPCN30A and Yaesu FT3DR? 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 | Yaesu FT3DR |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |  |
| Radio Name | Samcom FPCN30A | Yaesu FT3DR |
| Bands | 70cm | 2m, 70cm |
| Max Power 2m/70cm | 0/3.5 | 3/4 |
| Digital Mode | - | C4FM |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Battery Volts | 7.4 v | 7.2 v |
| Rated mAh | 1500 mAh | 2200 mAh |
| Tested mAh | mAh | 2190 mAh |
| Antenna Connector | M-SMA | F-SMA |
| Height w/ant | 282 mm | 275 mm |
| Width | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| Thickness w/clip | 48 mm | 46 mm |
| Weight | 255 g | 300 g |
| Color Screen | No | Yes |
| GPS | No | Yes |
| USB-C Charging | No | No |
| Review Link | LINK | LINK |
| Price | $70 | $300 |
| Purchase Link | LINK | LINK |
| CHIRP Program | No | No |
| Rating by Price | B | A |
| Rating Overall | C | A |
| 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. | So would I recommend the Yaesu FT3DR? Absolutely! I would, however, highly recommend that if you have large hands and really want to use the touchscreen that you play with one before making a final decision. It is a fantastic radio in every respect and will do pretty much anything you can think of a handheld radio can do. Would I recommend it over the FT5DR? That too depends on what you need. The FT5DR has a nicer screen, louder audio, a USB-C port for both charging and data, IPX7 waterproofing, and is supposedly more ergonomic. To my knowledge, it doesn’t do anything the FT3DR can’t. Is that worth the currently $200-$250 more? Not to me, but maybe to you. |