Baofeng UV-32 vs HamGeek APX-8000 - Which One is Better in 2025?
Trying to choose between Baofeng UV-32 and HamGeek APX-8000? 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 | Baofeng UV-32 | HamGeek APX-8000 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |  |
| Radio Name | Baofeng UV-32 | HamGeek APX-8000 |
| Bands | 2m, 1.25m, 70cm | 2m, 70cm |
| Max Power 2m/70cm | 5/3 | 3.6/1.8 |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Battery Volts | 7.4 v | 7.4 v |
| Rated mAh | 2500 mAh | 8800 mAh |
| Tested mAh | 2590 mAh | 2760 mAh |
| Antenna Connector | M-SMA | M-SMA |
| Height w/ant | 352 mm | 350 mm |
| Width | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Thickness w/clip | N/A mm | 65 mm |
| Weight | 390 g | 390 g |
| Color Screen | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | Yes | No |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Review Link | LINK | LINK |
| Price | $39 | $130 |
| Purchase Link | LINK | LINK |
| CHIRP Program | No | No |
| Receiver Sensitivity 2m/70cm | 134/132 | - |
| Value Score | C | D |
| Performance Score | D | C |
| Ergonomics Score | C | - |
| Conclusions | Even though this large type of radio is not really something I’m into, I had high hopes for a radio sharing firmware with a DMR version, having GNSS, and having a large battery for extended use. Unfortunately the Baofeng UV-32 falls short. Would I recommend the radio? No. I don’t like the holster, the lack of a belt clip, the plastic ring around the PTT button, the terrible antenna, for the ridiculous amount of spurious emissions robbing power and shortening the life of the electronics. I’m sorry but nice colors, including transparent, and a battery that actually tests above its rating, are not enough to even start getting past its shortcomings. It seems like lately all the radios I reviewed I would not recommend. I really hope that this is not a new trend. | This is truly a unique radio and is actually pretty fun to use. I wish the performance lived up to the ascetics and added perks like the second screen, better speaker, better microphone, dual PTT, etc. I also wish it was programmable with CHIRP, alas it is not. So would I recommend it? That depends. If you are looking for something different that fits in your hand really well and has some really cool extra features, and of course can drop $130 on it, then yes. For most people who want a radio that works really well and won’t break the bank? No. Remember for the same money you could get something like the Yaesu FT-65 which, while not as cool and flashy, is a far better radio that will last a lot longer. |