Baofeng UV-5RM Plus Multi-Band Handheld Radio (up to 10W)

Who is it for?

The Baofeng UV-5RM Plus is a feature-packed, budget-friendly multi-band handheld radio for outdoor users, preppers, amateur radio operators, and anyone wanting a capable emergency backup. Compared to the UV-5R, it upgrades to a larger 1.77-inch color display, a 2500mAh battery with USB-C charging, plus one-key frequency copy and manual DTMF dialing.

Why it’s great for outdoor and emergency kits

USB-C charging means you can top it up from a power bank, car charger, laptop, or wall adapter. With NOAA weather channels and aviation AM receive (manufacturer stated), it can help you monitor weather alerts and other activity. The one-key copy feature can speed up capturing active frequencies when time matters.

Wide receive coverage and flexible channel setup

With broad RX coverage and multi-band TX options (depending on version/settings), you can set up a comprehensive channel plan. The 999 memory channels make it easy to organize comms for teams, events, repeaters, and monitoring.

Programming

CHIRP is supported (select model 5RM), making channel programming easier.

Note: Transmitting on many bands may require a license and must follow local regulations.

Features

• UV-5R upgrade: wider receive coverage (incl. aviation/police per manufacturer), 2500mAh battery, USB-C charging
• Up to 10W output power (depending on settings/version)
• One-key frequency copy
• DTMF manual dial
• 1.77-inch TFT color display
• 999 programmable channels
• 104 DCS and 50 CTCSS
• Adjustable VOX and squelch
• 10 NOAA weather channels (manufacturer stated)
• 2-pin Kenwood accessory jack
• CHIRP support (5RM)

Specifications

• Receiver (RX): FM 88-108 MHz; AM 108-136 MHz (VFO only); VHF 136-174 MHz; 220-260 MHz (VFO only); UHF 350-390 MHz; 400-520 MHz (VFO only)
• Transmit (TX): 136-174 MHz; 220-260 MHz; 400-480 MHz
• Channel spacing: 25.0 kHz (Wide) / 12.5 kHz (Narrow)
• Memory channels: 999
• Operating voltage: DC 7.4V ±10%
• TX current: ≤2800 mA
• RX sensitivity: 0.25 μV (12dB SINAD)
• Audio output: 1W @16 ohm
• RX current: ≤380 mA
• Antenna impedance: 50 ohm; SMA-Female
• Battery: 2500mAh Li-ion
• Charging: USB-C
• Max power: 10W