JJCC JC-8629 vs Yaesu VX-8G - Which One is Better in 2025?
Trying to choose between JJCC JC-8629 and Yaesu VX-8G? 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 | Yaesu VX-8G |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |  |
| Radio Name | JJCC JC-8629 | Yaesu VX-8G |
| Bands | 2m, 1.25m, 70cm | 2m, 70cm |
| Max Power 2m/70cm | 5.1/3 | 3.7/2 |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Battery Volts | 7.4 v | 7.4 v |
| Rated mAh | 2000 mAh | 1100 mAh |
| Tested mAh | 1680 mAh | mAh |
| Antenna Connector | M-SMA | F-SMA |
| Height w/ant | 294 mm | 296 mm |
| Width | 65 mm | 67 mm |
| Thickness w/clip | 54 mm | 37 mm |
| Weight | 243 g | 294 g |
| Color Screen | Yes | No |
| GPS | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | No |
| Review Link | LINK | LINK |
| Price | $53 | $330 |
| Purchase Link | LINK | LINK |
| CHIRP Program | Yes | Yes |
| Rating by Price | A | C |
| Rating Overall | C | B |
| 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. | You may be surprised at my scores for this radio, and believe me, when I bought the radio I really wanted to love it. But I just never did. It is just too difficult for an idiot like me to use (maybe even now, lol), the buttons are too small for my fat fingers, and the screen has too much on it at such as small font. Don’t get me wrong, the Yaesu VX-8G is extremely capable and packs an enormous amount of capability into a really small package. If that is your thing, and you have small hands and excellent eye site, maybe this is the radio for you. For me, it is relegated to helping me test other radios. |