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expiredhunt-n-fool posted Aug 22, 2026 7:33 PM

2-Pk Baofeng UV-5R Mini 5W Dual Band Handheld Ham Radios w/ USB-C Charging

$22

$43

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AIRITON via Amazon has 2-Pack Baofeng UV-5R Mini 5W Dual Band Handheld Ham Radios w/ USB-C Charging (Gray) for $21.49. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Community Member hunt-n-fool for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • 2x handheld radios
  • 2x rechargeable batteries
  • 2x 9cm antennas
  • 2x 48cm tactical antennas
  • 2x earpiece headsets
  • 2x USB-C charging cables
  • 1x user manual

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AIRITON via Amazon has 2-Pack Baofeng UV-5R Mini 5W Dual Band Handheld Ham Radios w/ USB-C Charging (Gray) for $21.49. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Community Member hunt-n-fool for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • 2x handheld radios
  • 2x rechargeable batteries
  • 2x 9cm antennas
  • 2x 48cm tactical antennas
  • 2x earpiece headsets
  • 2x USB-C charging cables
  • 1x user manual

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this store:

Original Post

Written by hunt-n-fool

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Original Poster
Aug 22, 2026 7:34 PM
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hunt-n-fool
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Aug 22, 2026 7:34 PM
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Pretty sure you need a license to transmit on these - just cutting off the comments lol
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Aug 22, 2026 8:15 PM
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luvagdealAug 22, 2026 8:15 PM
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Quote from hunt-n-fool :
Pretty sure you need a license to transmit on these - just cutting off the comments lol
You are correct.
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Aug 22, 2026 8:39 PM
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avalon
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Aug 22, 2026 8:39 PM
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there are so many variants of this does anyone know the difference?

btw they've been as cheap as $18 for the pair but guess with tariffs never again
Last edited by avalon August 22, 2026 at 01:42 PM.
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Aug 22, 2026 9:17 PM
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Anthony2016Aug 22, 2026 9:17 PM
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These are amazing, a huge upgrade over classic Baofengs. Better settings, better transmit UI, better VFO , usb c charging, and smaller than a Nokia. Awesome radios.
Aug 22, 2026 10:21 PM
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kenkaniffAug 22, 2026 10:21 PM
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are these allowed on cruise ships?

edit: nvm i thought you could walkie talkie these
Aug 22, 2026 10:24 PM
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dogstar1Aug 22, 2026 10:24 PM
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Grabbed one. I know I need a license and will get one.

Planned usage is: vehicle-to-vehicle comms on forest service roads, boat-to-boat comms in kayaks, possible use as emergency marine radio (not required, but always thought it would be useful to have something to hail a larger vessel in an emergency), and general SHTF disaster prep.

I just have to figure out where to start.

edit: once I figure out how I want to use it, and am licensed, I'll likely get an official/legal marine handheld. But $20 seems like an easy entry point.
Last edited by dogstar1 August 22, 2026 at 03:25 PM.
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Aug 22, 2026 10:26 PM
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wtfiwwtsAug 22, 2026 10:26 PM
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I have a Baofung radio that I use just to listen. I don't have a license to transmit but If I need help and this is my only means to communicate, I am transmitting. I don't care if you need a license or not lol.

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Aug 22, 2026 10:32 PM
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Aug 22, 2026 10:42 PM
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dasa2828Aug 22, 2026 10:42 PM
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For those of you who are more experienced, what's the difference between this deal and this other link with better reviews? https://a.co/d/0ekrUwXJ
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Aug 22, 2026 10:43 PM
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Azrael_the_CatAug 22, 2026 10:43 PM
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Quote from hunt-n-fool :
Pretty sure you need a license to transmit on these - just cutting off the comments lol
Depends on what bands, modulation and power levels. There are parts of the spectrum you can use without a license (I.e. walkie talkie bands for instance)

FRS band (no license) and GMRS (need license but no test) would be usable though technically the radio isn't certified for the FRS bands.

technically yes you need a license but practically the gray area is pretty darn wide.
Last edited by Azrael_the_Cat August 22, 2026 at 04:04 PM.
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Aug 22, 2026 10:46 PM
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Ultra1337Aug 22, 2026 10:46 PM
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I think it would be cool to get these, but I need somebody to tell me if they are legit because I don't know anything about ham radios and all the reviews are from Vine
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Aug 22, 2026 10:53 PM
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cacinokAug 22, 2026 10:53 PM
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Quote from Ultra1337 :
I think it would be cool to get these, but I need somebody to tell me if they are legit because I don't know anything about ham radios and all the reviews are from Vine
These are entry level radios. I have friends that have been using them for without any problems for years.
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Aug 22, 2026 11:04 PM
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Glewis202Aug 22, 2026 11:04 PM
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Any insight into whether HAM or GMRS is better for normal civilian use.
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Aug 22, 2026 11:09 PM
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DrGeeAug 22, 2026 11:09 PM
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Quote from dasa2828 :
For those of you who are more experienced, what's the difference between this deal and this other link with better reviews? https://a.co/d/0ekrUwXJ
About 13 bucks. You're welcome.
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Original Poster
Aug 22, 2026 11:13 PM
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Aug 22, 2026 11:13 PM
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Quote from Glewis202 :
Any insight into whether HAM or GMRS is better for normal civilian use.
ham has more to offer communications wise. Requires passing of tests to get licensed, is only valid for the individual person.

gmrs requires a license, but no tests to take, the license is valid for the entire direct family. Repeaters can not be linked like ham radio repeaters can be linked.
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