JJCC JC-8629 vs QYT KT-8R - Comparison in 2025

Trying to choose between JJCC JC-8629 and QYT KT-8R? 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	JJCC JC-8629	QYT KT-8R
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Radio Name	JJCC JC-8629	QYT KT-8R
Bands	2m, 1.25m, 70cm	2m, 1.25m, 70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm	5.1/3	5.1/3
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Battery Volts	7.4 v	7.4 v
Rated mAh	2000 mAh	2000 mAh
Tested mAh	1680 mAh	1950 mAh
Antenna Connector	M-SMA	M-SMA
Height w/ant	294 mm	317 mm
Width	65 mm	62 mm
Thickness w/clip	54 mm	46 mm
Weight	243 g	243 g
Color Screen	Yes	Yes
GPS	Yes	No
USB-C Charging	Yes	No
Review Link	LINK	LINK
Price	$53	$80
Purchase Link	LINK	LINK
CHIRP Program	Yes	Yes
Rating by Price	A	C
Rating Overall	C	C
Conclusions	I bet this review has me sounding like a fanboy, but it certainly did not start out that way. Every time I tested the radio it surprised me, in a good way. It isn’t often I test a radio that, for the price, I can’t find a real flaw in. Trust me, I try. Would I recommend the radio? Absolutely and without reservation. The only thing that gives me any kind of pause is that JJCC does not seem to be a known entity, and they only have a few models out, so reliability and parts availability (think batteries) is an unknown. Other than that, I am shocked at how good this radio is for the price. And no, they did not send me this radio for free, I paid full price as I do with 95% of the radios I review.	Would I recommend the radio? Sure, if you wanted a pretty good radio on three bands you can transmit on, this one will fit the bill and not break the bank in the process. It has a lot to like and not a lot to dislike. It doesn’t have USB-C charging but does come with a drop-in charger which I prefer anyway. Furthermore, it’s a good value for the price.