Since it was introduced in 2015, the Icom IC-7300 has been one of the most popular and most recommended radios for ham radio enthusiasts who want an HF + 6-meter radio that’s feature-rich but won’t cost an arm and a leg. Does it live up to that reputation? The answer is yes! Read on and… Continue reading Icom IC-7300 Review

It’s not cheap, but the Yaesu FT-DX10 is a great choice for any ham shack in need of an HF plus 6-meter VHF transceiver. This is the “little brother” of the even pricier FTDX101 series radio from Yaesu, and while it’s a bit less expensive than its big brother, it still doesn’t skimp on features… Continue reading Yaesu FT-DX10 Review

It cost a pretty penny, but the Yaesu FT-911A is truly a “shack in a box.” It provides amazing all-band coverage for both transmit and receive, and is packed with so many features that you’ll still be learning new things a week, a month, or a year down the line. Sure, it’s not cheap –… Continue reading Yaesu FT-991A Review

Simple. Small. Powerful. These are the three words we’d associate with the Icom IC-2300H. It’s not right for everyone, but if you need a rugged, small, and easy-to-use 2-meter mobile transceiver that packs up to 65 watts of power, it’s hard to do better – especially for the price. Good Built to last – The… Continue reading Icom IC-2300H Review

When you combine strong 2 meter performance, Yaesu’s reputation for quality, and a budget-friendly price, the result is the Yaesu FTM-3100R. Despite a low price, this mobile transceiver offers amazing performance on the two meter band. Just don’t expect too many bells and whistles! Good 65w, 30w, 5w transmission – The FTM-3100R has high, medium,… Continue reading Yaesu FTM-3100R Review

If you’re looking for a feature-rich VHF/UHF radio with a built-in GPS for APRS, the Kenwood TM-D710GA is definitely worth a look. Good Two-color LCD backlight – The LCD panel is large and easy to read, and can be toggled between a green and amber backlight depending on your preferences and where you’re using this… Continue reading Kenwood TM-D710GA Review

If you’re looking for a no-nonsense 2-meter band FM radio with plenty of power, the Kenwood TM-281A is a great choice. Sure, it may not have the frills or the bells and whistles of some more modern ham radios, but its time-tested design offers a great price-to-performance ratio. Good Amazing value – It’s pretty hard… Continue reading Kenwood TM-281A Review

If you’re looking to upgrade your D-STAR rig and still maintain excellent analog radio functionality, the ICOM ID-5100A Deluxe is a great option. Thanks to the intuitive 5.5-inch touchscreen, it’s exceptionally easy-to-use, and despite a relatively low price, Good Bright, clear, intuitive touchscreen – The 5.5-inch touchscreen is bright, beautiful, and easy to use. This… Continue reading Icom ID-5100A Deluxe Review

The Icom ID-4100A combines a VHF/UHF transceiver with D-STAR functionality in an attractive, intuitive package that’s surprisingly feature-rich, considering its low overall price. It’s an appealing option both for new operators and veteran hams who many want to experiment with digital radio. Good Adjustable backlight setting – You can choose between a blue, green, white,… Continue reading Icom ID-4100A Review

The best term for the TM-V71A is “no-frills.” It won’t thrill you with a colorful touchscreen. It doesn’t have a GPS or G-STAR. But that’s not what it’s meant to do. It’s meant to provide reliable dual-band VHF and UHF performance – and if you’re looking for an affordable analog radio to play around with… Continue reading Kenwood TM-V71A Review