Baofeng GT-3TP vs Btech BF-F8HP - Which One is Better in 2025?

Trying to choose between Baofeng GT-3TP and Btech BF-F8HP? 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.

FeatureBaofeng GT-3TPBtech BF-F8HP
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Radio NameBaofeng GT-3TPBtech BF-F8HP
Bands2m, 70cm2m, 1.25m, 70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm2.9/4.55/6
Battery TypeLi-IonLi-Ion
Battery Volts7.4 v7.4 v
Rated mAh1800 mAh2500 mAh
Tested mAh mAh1780 mAh
Antenna ConnectorM-SMAM-SMA
Height w/ant303 mm287 mm
Width61 mm62 mm
Thickness w/clip50 mm54 mm
Weight209 g325 g
Color ScreenNoYes
GPSNoNo
USB-C ChargingNoYes
Review LinkLINKLINK
Book LinkLINK-
Price$26$70
Purchase LinkLINKLINK
CHIRP ProgramYesYes
Rating by PriceCD
Rating OverallCD
Conclusions

I really wanted to love the Baofeng GT-3TP, then I really disliked it, but after using it I have come to respect its capabilities even if I am not a huge fan of the misleading ads. The case, buttons, and screen certainly did not live up to what it was billed as, but the actual electronics inside make it a very serviceable unit.

If you want the Baofeng GT-3TP for a good radio that looks different and already has an outstanding antenna that won’t poke you in the side, this radio will absolutely not disappoint, particularly if like me, you are primarily on 2m. If, on the other hand, you want something that feels as sporty as the pictures suggest, you might want to look elsewhere (although in all honestly, I don’t know where).

I had high hopes for the BF-F8HP Pro. Btech radios are usually pretty good units and well worth the money. This one is nice but fails on the most basic requirement of a transceiver which is to transmit a good signal.

Would I recommend you buy one? Absolutely not. Save your money for a different radio. The improvements in screen, keys, GPS, etc are just not worth the utter failure in signal quality.