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

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AIRITON via Amazon has 2-Pack Baofeng UV-5R Mini 5W Dual Band Handheld Ham Radio (Green, BL-5RMINI) on sale for $18.93. Shipping is free with Prime or on $35+ orders.

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Product Details:
  • Output power: 5W
  • Frequency range: VHF/UHF dual band
  • Channels: Up to 999
  • FCC ID: 2AJGM-5RMINI
  • Battery: 12V rechargeable (1 per radio, 2 included)
  • Charging: USB-C port on battery pack
  • Water resistance: Not water resistant
  • Features:
    • 2-second copy frequency function
    • Phone programming via OLA Radio app (iOS/Android)
    • Dual PTT (push-to-talk) buttons
    • AM/FM radio reception
    • NOAA weather alerts and forecasts
    • VOX (voice-activated transmit)
    • DTMF encode/decode
    • Compatible with CHIRP programming software (UV-5R Mini profile)
    • USB-C charging from car, power bank, laptop, or wall adapter
    • Two antenna options for different terrain requirements
  • Includes:
    • 2x handheld radios
    • 2x rechargeable batteries
    • 2x 9cm antennas
    • 2x 21cm (8.3") gooseneck antennas
    • 2x earpiece headsets
    • 2x belt clips
    • 2x USB-C charging cables
    • 1x user manual

Editor's Notes

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  • Our research indicates that this deal is $13.20 less (41% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $32.13 at the time of this post.
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AIRITON via Amazon has 2-Pack Baofeng UV-5R Mini 5W Dual Band Handheld Ham Radio (Green, BL-5RMINI) on sale for $18.93. Shipping is free with Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Deal Hunter TattyBear for finding this deal.

Product Details:
  • Output power: 5W
  • Frequency range: VHF/UHF dual band
  • Channels: Up to 999
  • FCC ID: 2AJGM-5RMINI
  • Battery: 12V rechargeable (1 per radio, 2 included)
  • Charging: USB-C port on battery pack
  • Water resistance: Not water resistant
  • Features:
    • 2-second copy frequency function
    • Phone programming via OLA Radio app (iOS/Android)
    • Dual PTT (push-to-talk) buttons
    • AM/FM radio reception
    • NOAA weather alerts and forecasts
    • VOX (voice-activated transmit)
    • DTMF encode/decode
    • Compatible with CHIRP programming software (UV-5R Mini profile)
    • USB-C charging from car, power bank, laptop, or wall adapter
    • Two antenna options for different terrain requirements
  • Includes:
    • 2x handheld radios
    • 2x rechargeable batteries
    • 2x 9cm antennas
    • 2x 21cm (8.3") gooseneck antennas
    • 2x earpiece headsets
    • 2x belt clips
    • 2x USB-C charging cables
    • 1x user manual

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $13.20 less (41% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $32.13 at the time of this post.
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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Butcherboy
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Q, Does this require a license to transfer on most frequencies or to use a repeater ?

A, Yes, transmitting with the Baofeng UV-5R Mini requires a license in the U.S. and most countries.

Q, Is it hard to get a ham radio license ?

A, Ham radio technician license very easy 4 to 6 hours of studying you only have to answer 27 multiple choice questions out of 35 to pass.

Q, Is this a great radio ?

A,No

Q, Is this a good deal for what you get ?

A , Yes
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Santa_Claus
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Q, Is this a great radio ?

A,No

Why?
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Community Reviews

The UV-5R Mini pair stands out as a very cheap way to get into handheld ham radios, especially with USB C charging and a price that is usually below what a single UV 5R costs. The radios can receive NOAA weather, FM, and even aviation frequencies, and CHIRP programming works well for setting up repeaters and simplex channels. They are useful as backup units or starter radios for new technician license holders. The main caveats are that transmitting requires the proper license, and the mini variant can have weak filtering, occasional squelch lag, and stock antennas that are worth replacing.

  • New technician license holders who want a cheap starter pair, because the radios are easy to learn on and work well for getting started with repeaters, NOAA, and simple local use.

    Butcherboyarcturnerarcturner

  • Ham operators who want a low-cost practice radio, because CHIRP programming works well and the pair price is low enough to experiment before spending more.

    Ride_The_SkyRide_The_Skyarcturner

  • Backcountry travelers who need a compact backup radio, because it can be kept in a vehicle and still pick up rescue traffic when a mobile unit fails.

    arcturnermekkis

  • Listeners who want aviation and weather reception, because it can receive aviation frequencies and NOAA weather broadcasts.

    arcturnerMerrimax

  • Operators who need clean transmit performance in crowded RF environments, because some units can show spurious harmonics and the receiver can be overwhelmed by nearby signals.

    arcturnerPaulD8850

  • People who want effortless on-radio programming, because menu changes are clumsy, slow, and frustrating.

    arcturner

  • Users expecting strong selectivity from a handheld, because weak filtering can make the radio go effectively deaf when nearby signals are strong.

    PaulD8850

  • Buyers who need built-in GPS or APRS features, because the radio has no native GPS or APRS capability.

    arcturner

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Jul 5, 2026 5:52 PM
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Ride_The_SkyJul 5, 2026 5:52 PM
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Is it me or this is a crazy price for a pair. 5R usually go for more than this just for 1 and if I recall correctly many people recommended 5r mini before and unless this is a fake by 3rd party seller this seems like a real slick deal to get started with these radios. USBC alone is a step over 5R.
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Q, Does this require a license to transfer on most frequencies or to use a repeater ?

A, Yes, transmitting with the Baofeng UV-5R Mini requires a license in the U.S. and most countries.

Q, Is it hard to get a ham radio license ?

A, Ham radio technician license very easy 4 to 6 hours of studying you only have to answer 27 multiple choice questions out of 35 to pass.

Q, Is this a great radio ?

A,No

Q, Is this a good deal for what you get ?

A , Yes
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Jul 5, 2026 5:55 PM
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Santa_ClausJul 5, 2026 5:55 PM
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Quote from Butcherboy View quoted comment :
Q, Does this require a license to transfer on most frequencies or to use a repeater ?

A, Yes, transmitting with the Baofeng UV-5R Mini requires a license in the U.S. and most countries.

Q, Is it hard to get a ham radio license ?

A, Ham radio technician license very easy 4 to 6 hours of studying you only have to answer 27 multiple choice questions out of 35 to pass.

Q, Is this a great radio ?

A,No

Q, Is this a good deal for what you get ?

A , Yes
Q, Is this a great radio ?

A,No

Why?
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Jul 5, 2026 6:01 PM
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DJ18Jul 5, 2026 6:01 PM
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What's the next step up from the ubiquitous UV5R?

Thinking a pair of these plus a pair of whatever's the next step up to work on ham license with the nephews.
Jul 5, 2026 6:04 PM
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splg38Jul 5, 2026 6:04 PM
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Good for emergencies?
Jul 5, 2026 6:12 PM
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Ride_The_SkyJul 5, 2026 6:12 PM
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Quote from Ride_The_Sky View quoted comment :
Is it me or this is a crazy price for a pair. 5R usually go for more than this just for 1 and if I recall correctly many people recommended 5r mini before and unless this is a fake by 3rd party seller this seems like a real slick deal to get started with these radios. USBC alone is a step over 5R.
Wow by the time I posted the comment and went back to complete order, it was out of stock, then tried to reorder, let me place order but new delivery schedule is "Arriving July 14 - July 16" .

Still, a great deal, thanks OP.
Jul 5, 2026 6:14 PM
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Quote from DJ18 View quoted comment :
What's the next step up from the ubiquitous UV5R? Thinking a pair of these plus a pair of whatever's the next step up to work on ham license with the nephews.
Honestly at this price I'd just get these and see if there is truly any interest or not before spending way too much for something you won't need or use.
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Jul 5, 2026 6:22 PM
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3chunterJul 5, 2026 6:22 PM
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Was able and just placed an order! Sweet deal! Eta 1 week.
Jul 5, 2026 6:28 PM
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truchoJul 5, 2026 6:28 PM
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Quote from Santa_Claus View quoted comment :
Q, Is this a great radio ? A,NoWhy?
Because it's mini sized
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Jul 5, 2026 6:30 PM
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ShadowPJul 5, 2026 6:30 PM
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Quote from trucho View quoted comment :
Because it's mini sized
Ok I'll bite. Why is that bad
Jul 5, 2026 6:45 PM
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ScurbdogJul 5, 2026 6:45 PM
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Can I buy this and just start yapping on random channels?
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Jul 5, 2026 6:46 PM
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CrimsonRiver774Jul 5, 2026 6:46 PM
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Sounds like a great deal
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Jul 5, 2026 6:48 PM
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PurpleSeed694Jul 5, 2026 6:48 PM
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It lets me add to cart but I can't check out which is weird for Amazon. But I tried multiple times and it's consistent.
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Jul 5, 2026 6:50 PM
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arcturnerJul 5, 2026 6:50 PM
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Really good radios for the price; I have them in my vehicles in case my mobile unit fails or driver and passenger(s) are forced to separate in the backcountry. Some have demonstrated dirty transmission harmonics while others have not. Whether using as a ham radio or GMRS, both require the appropriate license(s) for transmitting but not for listening. For those not much into radio, the learning curve can feel steep, especially if using repeaters and requires knowing about PL tones, offset, and how to program one of these. The Ola app works sort of okay-ish; I use it only to remind me about details for repeater details based on location (>900 repeaters in mine). CHIRP (free programmer) works great and RT Systems (awesome software) just came out with a programmer for these on a Mac while the PC version has been around for a while. Programming on the fly is clumsy, slow, and frustrating, as it is on most of the highest-end HTs. No GPS/APRS native capabilities. You can listen to NOAA weather broadcasts and FM radio stations too. For less than $10/radio, a great deal but unless you know your way around these types of radios (any brand), expect some frustrations early on, and even if a GMRS license holder, transmitting on GMRS is not ok with the FCC for this particular amateur band radio. If you're considering getting a technician ham license ($14-15 to take the test online [from home or work] or in person), these are a very inexpensive way to get started. I give all new technicians I meet at least one of these radios so I just reordered more to replete my stock. Some purists might frown on these, and as the owner of a small handful of the most expensive HTs available commercially, I say whatever....
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Jul 5, 2026 6:50 PM
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mekkisJul 5, 2026 6:50 PM
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Quote from splg38 View quoted comment :
Good for emergencies?
We used them during Helene. Got some of the rescue channels and heard first responders rescuing, or trying to rescue, people.

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