Baofeng UV-26 vs Baofeng UV-28 - Which One is Better in 2025?

Trying to choose between Baofeng UV-26 and Baofeng UV-28? 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 UV-26Baofeng UV-28
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Radio NameBaofeng UV-26Baofeng UV-28
Bands2m, 1.25m, 70cm2m, 70cm
Max Power 2m/70cm8/47/3
Battery TypeLi-IonLi-Ion
Battery Volts7.4 v7.4 v
Rated mAh2500 mAh2500 mAh
Tested mAh1670 mAh1820 mAh
Antenna ConnectorM-SMAM-SMA
Height w/ant327 mm350 mm
Width64 mm51 mm
Thickness w/clip52 mm63 mm
Weight310 g380 g
Color ScreenYesYes
GPSNoNo
USB-C ChargingYesYes
Review LinkLINKLINK
Price$26$49
Purchase LinkLINKLINK
CHIRP ProgramYesYes
Receiver Sensitivity 2m/70cm133/133130.5dBm / 131dBm
Rating by PriceDC
Rating OverallDC
Conclusions

Would I recommend this radio? Not on a bet. I like the way it feels mostly, I like the color screen and larger battery, and I like the little touches like the shields for the knob and a couple buttons. What I can’t get over is the spurious emissions. Unfortunately, most people who use or buy this radio will never know that over half their power is going down the drain. Not to mention what all that is going to do to the electronics over time.

I really like the idea of this radio, I mean who wouldn’t like a radio that fits in your hand really well, has good power output, really nice feeling buttons, and a large battery? Unfortunately, with some of the worst spurious emissions I have seen in tests yet, I think I might look elsewhere.

A bunch of spurious emissions in a $15 UV-5R is one thing, in a $45 Baofeng UV-28 which is supposed to be a new and improved model is an entirely different story. I think there is better out there for your money.