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- Is the Yaesu FT5D worth the price of admission? This time I'll do the math on whether or not the latest Yaesu Handheld is the right ham radio for you. I'll break it down in plain english. If your considering the Yaesu FT5D don't miss this video.
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Bob, welcome back. Lighting and audio from the new shack are top notch.
After your initial review of the FT3D back in 2019 I went out and purchased one Im very happy with it, I will not be upgrading...... Glad to see you back on TH-cam.
Thanks.
This is the 1st time I've watched one of your videos. I think it's great that you always ask people people what they're looking for or thinking about buying a radio. You don't jam things down the throat to make them feel like they have to buy something. I have subscribed and will get get your videos automatically. Thank you for a very good video and your time.
Absolutely loved this video. Natural, straight to the point, and feels genuine. Thank you sir!
Brand new to Ham Radio and I just ordered an FT5 on black Friday for just a little over $350.00 . This content was just what I was looking for after my purchase. Thank 😊
Thanks for the good, concise presentation of the changes and updates since the previous model. The FT2D was my first more expensive HT and I was very happy about some aspects (ease of programming in the field, easy of use of System Fusion) but unhappy about others (APRS usability, TNC features, desensing from strong nearby transmitters). I am sticking to my TH-D74 as my daily radio and keeping the FT2D in the drawer for now. I'm hoping the next FT6D will be a worthy upgrade, not just a product refresh.
Bought the FT3 for it's APRS abilities. Haven't felt the audio problem so many have complained about to be a problem. Do like the FT3. Won't be upgrading. But if someone doesn't have a 3 and is looking to upgrade and want's APRS, go for the 5. Looks good. Glad you're back.
Steve, k70fg
How do you find the APRS performance on the FT3? I've seen people complain about it.
I don’t find a problem with the FT3, the volume is fine and am very happy with it, I will not be upgrading.
I agree.
Good overview of the differences between FT-5D and FT-3D. Glad to see Bob is back making videos too! 73
Thanks.
I am just getting started myself and love that you are in Idaho as I am thank you for all the great information
Glad to see u back on TH-cam! This is a really good breakdown on the FT-5. I’ve had the FT-70 for little over a year and I passed on the FT-3 due to reports of the lower audio quality. When the FT 5 came out with the audio issues resolved, I bought one from HRO. Its a really cool radio with some great features and the audio is fantastic. However, I’m just not sure I’m actually going to use all of the features offered from the FT-5. I hate to admit it, but I think this is just more radio than I need.
You buy a Lamborghini knowing you'll rarely if ever use it to it full potential, its just nice to know it there.
Y qué tal con el Ft70?. Estás pensando en volver a él?. Si compro una batería extra y el cargador rápido, crees que estaré contento con él?. Ahora mismo tengo un Quansheng TGuv2 plus, pero quiero un Yaesu y algo más de calidad, está claro, jeje!
En recepción y transmisión analógica estoy más que servido y satisfecho. Saludos!
I just got my tech license last week... I got the ft5 as soon as i past the test. Im happy with it.
Tks for sharing. I am preparing to buy FT5 recently. The video gives me a lot of useful tips. Tks again.
Still got my FT2 keep it in a pouch very happy with it. Always enjoy your videos.😀
You are correct $500 for a dual band FM handheld is ridiculous. I am currently in active advanced class operator licensed since 1974. Am considering getting involved again, but just don't know about activity in this area, SW Washington State.
Nice review, just ordered the FT5 to replace an old yaesu FT50r, it’s still a solid radio, the 5 will be a long overdue great upgrade
Happy FT3 user here. I use the Banks feature just about every day depending on where I happen to be. I would love an FT5 but its a bit pricey for me. Enjoy the vids. Thx.
Bob I want to wish you a Merry Christmas I'm so happy you're back I just got back in the radio so timing is good 👍👍👍👍👍
Bob, sorry lose you to the wild wild west, but know you're much happier. So glad to see you back. Love how entertaining you make your channel.
So both of us were cops in Cali. You moved to Idaho. I moved 7,337 miles away to the Southern Part of the Philippines. That alone should make a statement. In the Amateur Radio world, the FT5DR is not perfect, but quite cool. It works quite excellent in YSF2DMR through the "Hotspot". Unfortunately there are no digital repeaters in my part of the Philippines.
Congrats on making it out in one piece. Both the job and the state.
FT60R is a tank. 160 SOTAs with mine.
Save up and get a ICOM 705.
With those two radios you can cover 90% of what ham radio can be!
I have this ran down to HRO last weekend and didn't go for getting this radio but they sold me on it it's nice my first yarsu radio
Bob, great to see you’re back. I don’t see the upgrades worth the price. I’m staying with FT3 and FT2.
Welcome Bob. Hope you are enjoying your escape to the Intermountain West. Love all your previous videos and hope to see more. Fred. WB5NOE
I just subscribed. I have been a ham for over 25 years but just trying to learn about the digital world.
Getting into Amateur Radio... this'll be my first transceiver. Liked your concise no nonsense video. As this will be my first handheld I'm seriously considering it. I like the forward and backward compatibility with Yaesu models which means accessories are out there and that makes it appealing to me. Despite it's niggles as all handhelds no doubt have, being a newbie I like that I can grow into this hobby knowing that this handheld has plenty of features to last me.
Thank you for the review Bob.
Edinburgh Scotland.
Real happy with my FT-70, I see no reason to upgrade. Thanks for the review.
Y la escasa duración de batería?. No es un problema?. Lo tengo en mente, pero me echa para atrás ese punto débil. Saludos!
@@SuperAbel17 If you adjust the battery settings, there's no problem. Plenty of videos on how to reduce battery draw.
Glad you are back.
Not planning on upgrading yet.
Love to hear from the happy FT3 guys. Thanks.
Had ft3 since they were available, use daily all day. The changes aren't that big of a deal. The extra volume is nice, but only rarely lacked on the ft3 with like the windows down in truck, wind noise. Still find myself turning the ft5 down when in the truck, as I'm used to having it 3/4 volume and in the cup holder it boosts the audio a good amount. I do miss seeing the scan, especially when I wanted to stop in a certain bank or channel range. The volume pitch adjust on the ft5, I find pointless and if anything I prefer the high pitch boost better than low boost, but kinda prefer just flat. I do think this ft5 has better receive, at least compared to my ft3 did (with same antennas, getting previously unheard repeaters etc, one fusion wiresx I could never hear prior :) ). Tried the belt clip holster thing for a few days, but found the extra step of removing the cradle and then the battery to drop in the charger was just a hassle at end of shift or whenever, switched to the ft3 style clips for both batteries (bought extra clip for batt #2). Mars mod was just as simple on the ft5 (do prior to programming, lol, cuz it resets to factory new afterwards). RTsystems said this week or next for Mac prog software, anxiously waiting. The improved water rating is nice to have in the back of the mind. Getting used to the changed button locations quickly. Glad I got it at the end of the day, even though it's not big changes really.
After the Orlando 2024 HamCation, I’m in the process of upgrading my HT. I’ve looked at your video and it has help in my decision making of what radio to buy. !73
Thanks for the video Bob. Glad to see you back. Kevin
Hi Bob Great that you are back to doing videos again. Bought the FT-3 after playing with yours, I am going to stick with it. Don't see any reason to upgrade.
I’ll be keeping my FT3D. Thanks for the review Bob!
I'm very pleased with the FT3D, i've never had an issue with the volume. Just had to chime in for the algorithm.
Team FT-60R for now.
I don’t have one of those anymore but, I’m my opinion, that’s the best HT ever
Ft60 and VX6r on the motorbike 👍🏻
@@bradhansen4312 I own a used FT3DR now and dont regret it.
I love my FT-60R
I do love my ft-60, but I usually grab my vx-7
Yes BobI agree with you my friend you're absolutely right on the other two radios but this one I think yaesu really looked at the problems and made some big changes coming out with this new radio this is a beautiful radio man looking at the pictures I got to have one in my hand I got to get one thank you for sharing this video and you are number one I'm glad you're back I'm really glad you're back 👍👍👍👍
Just bought one of these at the 2023 Hamvention...watching your video right now! Looks promising.
Nice to have you back on TH-cam sir.
When my Kenwood TH-72D gives up the ghost, I may buy an FT5 replace it
Welcome back! Thanks for this video - first one of many that I’ve seen with a real comparison with recommendations.
Hey Bob I'm glad you're back on I've always enjoyed your videos Man I think you're a great guy thank you so much and Merry Christmas to you 💕💕💕💕
Well, since I cracked the case of my FT3D this morning...
OTOH, I have my 878UVII Plus, and there's more DMR around here than there is YSF. There's even less D-Star, but the Icom ID-52 has battery options in common with my IC-705 and I do have a hotspot. 73, KN6NPZ
Nice review on the FT5D. I have the FT3D and like it so I'm going to just stay with it.
Thanks Bob, really enjoyed the video. Sat at breakfast watching it with my FT3D on the table monitoring. I still have an FT2D, which I’m more inclined to take outdoors and if I upgraded I’d become reluctant to take that radio out of doors given the investment and the risk of dropping it. 73s from Scotland MM6USS.
The FT3D has banks and I have all my frequencies separated out by band and county. I love the new features of the FT5D but they aren’t enough for me to upgrade. Love your channel!
Hi Bob. Sal has the FT 5DR and I am thinking of making the jump. Especially now since he added a WIRESX site that covers part of Nevada. Nice to see your back. Took me a year, but i here now.
Doug!!
Hi , this is the information i was looking for. I was concidering the FT3DR but will probably purchase the FT5DR. Thanks for the information.
Well timed video. I had just started looking at the FT5. Appreciate the helpful information.
FT3 has memory banks.
I’m glad someone else noticed that.
Hi Bob, I love your videos. Glad your back. I actually heard you on DSTAR once and I couldn't believe it. Keep up the good work. Octavio KC1NSI Rochester, MA
If You hear me say hi.
Great review - The reality is once you have heard the ft3 and ft5 side by side you won't want the FT3 , also the used Market for the FT5 in the few months will be a very good value choice.
Banks are on the FT-3
Thanks Bob...Your videos are always entertaining and informative
Thanks.
Great video. I may wait for a while and see if the price drops or they put out a rebate. It is a lot of $$$ for an HT. But I get it. They changed the scan process to save battery life. That is why the scan frequencies don't show up. That would be helpful to let the other know WHY they changed it. I heard that direct from the Yaesu rep on an interview.
Bob, welcome back! You look older though... oh wait... so am I. Never mind.
I just picked up a FT5DR. It feels really good after having several `Fengs.
Kind of late looking at this. I have both because I can. I grab the closest. I think the the scan display is not an issue. But I would say if you are considering a new Yaesu for use with the reflectors, I find the FT5 to be the one to get in an HT.
Hey buddy love your video just getting back in the ham radio this one looks like a winner thanks for sharing it 👍🙏🙏🙏
Should be getting my FT5 tomorrow. New ham and don’t have much space. The horrible bluetooth is the only thing i’m going to hate. But I’ve used a small dongle for listening on other radios before. Lets hope its worth it. It definitely hurts the purse!
Hi, just came across you on a mooch through the interweb. Great video, looking forward to seeing your stuff . 73
Thanks.
Appreciate the video. What antenna do you recommend for handheld radios?
Thanks for the review, I think I'll stick with the ft3 for now.
Thanks for this video, I’ve been debating between which one to buy. Looks like the FT3 will be what I purchase
It is certainly a nice HT. Sadly, this radio is priced out of the range of many new operators just getting started in radio. Additionally, I personally would like to have seen the addition of the 1.25 m 220 MHz band. Thanks for making another video and sharing it with all of us. I am of course subscribed with notifications turned on and thumbs up. 73 W3GUY
Thanks for the information. Upgraded from a FT-70DR to the FT5D, Dayton special pricing over the weekend.
I like this video very much! Actually I like all your videos! Not only the beginning ;) Your videos helped me to decide on my ham radio shopping! Thank you and take care! 73!
I have the FT3 - I do like it. my operational complaint is that I have to remember to "lock" the radio otherwise I'm going QSY.... The speaker not such a big deal for me as I usually run most times with a speaker/mic
Will stay with FT3D
I am thinking about getting one of these radios, (as if I need to add another HT to my collection of 8 already.) My main purpose is to have access to YSF since I have radios that will do DMR and D-Star.
I think you'd be happy.
Seems like a great radio. I might pickup one. HRO does not provide the orange Quick Release Holster anymore. Instead they want $70 for it :O
Great video honest review. I have one and don’t have my Tech license yet…. What antenna is that you are using?
Still a damn good upgrade from the FT-1DR... I sure do love NEW tech. We'll see what the future holds.
I have both + VX6. All are great radios
The FT3DR has banks. At least mine does.
My Bad.
Thank you for the info that you provided on this insightful video!
Nice comparison! The answers a new ham needs to compare equipment, in a nutshell!
I'm a pretty new HAM, so I wasn't upgrading anything when I purchased my FT-5D. So far, I'm not unhappy with it, but I've been quite confused about how to use all of its complex functions and features.
Been out of the game for a while myself and didn't have a HT to use... With the $80 rebate... was $399 from HRO this past Friday... Now getting it programmed and setup for use... Considering I wanted the VX8DR some years ago and never was able to get one....
Bob, been waiting patiently for you to return after the big move…
This guy is good !
Just sold me on the FT-5.
Just subscribed too.
Bought a FT-1 4 or 5 years ago new, neat little radio, then when the FT-3 came out I waited a year or so to buy, then bought the FT-3, while waiting for the FT-3 to show up I was expiermenting with the FT-1 and I found a lot of things it had I never realized were in there. Then the FT-3 showed up, Im very happy with it, I use my FT-3 daily, Large color display, its amazing, battery life is incrediable. I dont have a problem with the audio either, but for now Im going to pass on the FT-5.
I have an ft3. Of course I would like a new radio but I don’t see the value for me.
A happy FT3 Owner. Love it.
I bought the ft70 before the ft3 was released. I was debating the ft2d but wasnt ready to spend that extra money. When the ft5d came out I was ready for it and found a great price. The ft70 battery life was horrible and i blew out 2 packs already. Its now collecting dust.
Good review Bob. Thanks
I currently have the 70D. Is it worth getting the FT5D or picking up a used FT3D? Thank you for the side by side comparison.
The best about those radios is the display. Easy to read on the go. Easy to read then attached to the dash of the car. I love FT3 design more, aka Star Wars :)
FT-3DR was stolen from the car. And to buy a new one is like to accept to pay money to people who steal it :) LOL Once it got stolen i feel like i am blind trying to see tiny low contrast screens of other HTs.
With all the recent radios what make me biggest discomfort is a power. What i miss with the Yaesu is an USB-C PD port. Once it is there i will go for it. I have now cable for VX-3, cable for VX-7, i guess VX-7 cable is the same for FT-_DRs? And they are all USB-A cables i can power from the car (a huge knot of many cables), i can charge from the power bank. And still i can be 100miles away from home and then, oh no, i have no cable to charge it :( It is 2023 now, cmon. Ah, what i can't do is to charge radio from my notebook. It has no USB-A anymore :) even with the cable.
In my opinion your videos are Informative, Well Produced .What's not to like .. Plus your Jokes !!
Thanks.
Why did you say, "in my opinion?"
@@Capecodham well I have been following his videos and that's what I fell . Others have other opinion .
@@NickCal304 there is no need to say it is your opinion, no one thinks you are posting another's opinion.
Thanks for a quick comparison!
The biggest gripes I'm seeing online about the Ft5d is the Bluetooth range apparently on the Ft3d the range is close to 20 ft on the Ft5 is about 3 to 5 ft. Also the scan feature where on the Ft5d it just says the word scan as apposed to running through the frequencies. I own both, I like both. I upgraded because of a issue my 3 has.
Thanks for mentioning that. I seldom use bluetooth on an HT because it just easier for me to put instead of looking for ptt on my ear.
@@K6UDA Right, I don't really get why anyone would be using a ht from 20 ft away. It would either be in my hand or on my hip, possibly in the cup holder of my van.
@@mikengeerockstarkaraokedj8474 While listening wirelessly you can put the HT in the window or a good spot for reception and have the BT audio in your ear and be able to move around thats why you want BT range.
@@forgetyourlife yes i understand that , and that is fine if that's how you choose to use the radio. it doesn't bother me that much because i generally have good reception in the area i live in so i dont need to use it that way.
@@mikengeerockstarkaraokedj8474 you said “you didn’t get why anyone would use BT 20ft away” I told you why someone would so there you go.
Very fair comparison between the FT3 and FT5
Nice video. You're very good at this. Please keep doing these videos!
Hi Bob, what antenna are you using on your FT3D and FT5D?
Bought an FT-3 and got rid of it for the volume being well under par. Driving down and buying an FT-5 at HRO in about 2 hours.
Good stuff as always, Bob. Keep it up!
Bob, welcome back! Great video. Thank you, and 73..
Welcome back... We've missed you!
Here is my comment to fool the TH-cam algorithm Bob LOL. Good to see another video from you, it's been a while. Great comparison, highlighting the differences BTW. I will stick with my FT3 a while longer, and wait to see if Kenwood will come out with a good replacement for the TH-D74
Like that you are back and producing great videos, so keep them coming. As far as the FT5 I don’t think there is that much of an improvement, I probably will hold off until the price drops. Still waiting to see if anyone will make a radio that does all the digital modes...thanks ! 73 de N6LPV
Don’t hold your breath
Thanks for the great video!!!500 is a little bit too much for a starter! Great review 👍
I used Yaesu’s ADMS software to program the banks in my FT3D.
I have the ft2dr for a couple reasons the ft3 wasn't worth the upgrade. Especially since it didn't have the group memories. That is an awesome feature for someone who travels around. I keep different cities in different groups. Seriously saves a lot of searching.
The ft2dr has been amazing I have dropped it on to pavement multiple times its been exposed to tones of rain snow and extreme cold and hot weather.
Thanks to you Bob im now considering the ft 5dr. I'm telling my wife its your fault just a heads up 😂🤣
Hi Bob, this is Bob, CE-8-EYS from Patagonia. I normally take my handhelds to the summit when I can, we´re talking about some of them being over 20.000 feet ASL, have you had any experiences on how this little guy will perform with temperatures waaay bellow 5 Fª ? All the best and I did suscribe of course. 73´s
Keep fighting TH-cam. Nice review, however I am very happy with my new FT5DR.
Like the yarsu quailty!
But yeasiu batteries are to much and considering the radio cost theres others to consider.
Great Video.