Yaesu FT3DR vs Anytone AT-D878UVII - Which One is Better in 2025?
Trying to choose between Yaesu FT3DR and Anytone AT-D878UVII? 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 | Yaesu FT3DR | Anytone AT-D878UVII |
|---|---|---|
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| Radio Name | Yaesu FT3DR | Anytone AT-D878UVII Plus |
| Bands | 2m, 70cm | 2m, 70cm |
| Max Power 2m/70cm | 3/4 | 2.1/2.4 |
| Digital Mode | C4FM | DMR |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Battery Volts | 7.2 v | 7.4 v |
| Rated mAh | 2200 mAh | 3100 mAh |
| Tested mAh | 2190 mAh | 3110 mAh |
| Antenna Connector | F-SMA | M-SMA |
| Height w/ant | 275 mm | 289 mm |
| Width | 67 mm | 61 mm |
| Thickness w/clip | 46 mm | 54 mm |
| Weight | 300 g | 335 g |
| Color Screen | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C Charging | No | Yes |
| Review Link | LINK | LINK |
| Price | $300 | $349 |
| Purchase Link | LINK | LINK |
| CHIRP Program | No | No |
| Receiver Sensitivity 2m/70cm | - | 128/129 |
| Value Score | A | B |
| Performance Score | A | A+ |
| Ergonomics Score | - | A |
| Conclusions | 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. | Would I recommend the Anytone AT-D878UVII Plus? If you want a high quality, feature-rich DMR radio, this is the radio you want. Yes, it is expensive compared to other DMR radios. Yes, it has more features, a better transmitted signal, and a higher build quality than any other. Is this the best digital radio? For me, I’ll keep my Kenwood TH- D74. I like the menu, screen, keys, and wideband receive. That being said, the Kenwood is not a DMR radio and is considerably more expensive. This Anytone radio has 90% of the Kenwood’s capabilities, comes with a drop in charger in the box, and cost about half as much. It is simply an amazing radio. |