Wouxun KG-UV9p vs Wouxun KG-UVD1P - Which One is Better in 2025?
Trying to choose between Wouxun KG-UV9p and Wouxun KG-UVD1P? 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 | Wouxun KG-UV9p | Wouxun KG-UVD1P |
|---|---|---|
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| Radio Name | Wouxun KG-UV9p | Wouxun KG-UVD1P |
| Bands | 2m, 70cm | 2m, 70cm |
| Max Power 2m/70cm | 7/1.3 | 4.5/2.5 |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Battery Volts | 7.4 v | 7.4 v |
| Rated mAh | 3200 mAh | 1700 mAh |
| Tested mAh | mAh | 1810 mAh |
| Antenna Connector | F-SMA | M-SMA |
| Height w/ant | 325 mm | 300 mm |
| Width | 59 mm | 61 mm |
| Thickness w/clip | 46 mm | 52 mm |
| Weight | 300 g | 266 g |
| Color Screen | Yes | No |
| GPS | No | No |
| USB-C Charging | No | No |
| Review Link | LINK | LINK |
| Book Link | LINK | - |
| Price | $179 | $115 |
| Purchase Link | LINK | LINK |
| CHIRP Program | Yes | Yes |
| Rating by Price | C | D |
| Rating Overall | C | C |
| Conclusions | Before I bought one, I wanted to write off the Wouxun KG-UV9p as a very overpriced Baofeng. That just isn’t fair, and I have to admit that I am now looking forward to reviewing more Wouxun radios. It is a very solid offering. The biggest question here for me is, is the Wouxun KG-UV9p worth the price when you can get radios like the Alinco DJ-MD5, Alinco DJ-VX50T, Yaesu FT-60R, Yaesu FT-70DR, or a Baofeng UV-9R? My opinion is no, I would much rather have either of the Yaesu radios for around the same price. No, they do not offer some of the more creative capabilities like the ability to turn your radio into a cross band repeater in seconds, but I don’t really need that feature. The Yaesu radios will destroy the Wouxun in audio reception and transmission which beats power every time, and also have a higher build quality. Heck, the Yaesu FT-70DR includes their digital fusion modes. If you get one for your birthday, it’s a fine radio. If you are spending your hard-earned cash, there are better options in this price range. | Would I recommend this radio? No. Not because it is necessarily bad, because actually it is a pretty good radio. The problem is the Wouxun KG-UVD1P is just too much money for what you get. There are much better value propositions out there. Heck, some of the new super-cheap Baofeng radios have improved menu structures and GPS for less than half of what this radio costs. If you got one as a present or found a great deal on a used one, awesome! Use it and enjoy. You might not want to spend your hard-earned cash on it though. |