Better Safe Radio than Sorry

10/19/2026

Every Wouxun GMRS radio I sell traces back to one amateur handheld — the 8+ watt KG-UV9P. Wouxun built the GMRS versions from it, and I told them what those versions needed to do for an American family that actually has to use one.

Here's what that turned into, left to right:

**KG-UV9G PRO** — the first GMRS version, and the first to ship programmed instead of blank.

**KG-UV9GX** — 906 channels programmed, four screen modes including a covert mode for night, 220 MHz receive, a brighter flashlight, stiffer k***s that don't get bumped off channel in a pack, and an emergency reset that leaves you 44 working channels instead of nothing.

**KG-UV9GX+** — all of that, plus a screen that looks twice as bright in direct sun, USB-C charging off your phone adapter, and the fix for the battery drain that used to flatten a radio sitting in a go-bag.

One thing the chart doesn't say out loud: because these are built on an 8+ watt amateur platform but transmit at GMRS power, they run well within themselves. Higher duty cycle, longer life.

Full breakdown in the graphic. GMRS license required — it's a form, no test, and it covers your whole household for ten years.

🔗 bettersaferadio.com/radio-comparisons/wouxun-uv9-gmrs/

10/15/2026

I put together free side-by-side comparison charts for the Wouxun radios I sell, one for GMRS and one for Ham. Every model and every spec in one picture, from the original UV9D (Plus) to the current UV9PX+ and UV9GX+. Download the PDF, print it, share it. No signup required.

🔗 bettersaferadio.com/radio-comparisons/

10/13/2026

The 2026 FCC Rule Changes: What They Mean for Your Two-Way Radio

https://bettersaferadio.com/2026-fcc-rule-changes-two-way-radios/

09/18/2026

For those interested in tracking US and global economic and social/political/environmental signals: https://bettersaferadio.com/category/daily-macro-economic-stress-monitor-report/

09/02/2026

This Labor Day, we're celebrating America's 250th — save 2 ways on two-ways:

✔️ Free shipping over $250 (after coupons)*
✔️ Extra $8 off every radio with code LABORDAY26*

Friday, Sept 4 through Tuesday, Sept 8, 2026 — while supplies last.

*Restrictions apply: single-package orders for free shipping, code doesn't stack with other coupons — see site for details.

🔗 https://BetterSafeRadio.com/labor-day-2026-save-2-ways-on-two-ways

09/02/2026

A nice affiliate pitch piece on my Emergency Prepper Codeplugs – https://mrrashbone.substack.com/p/bettersaferadio-emergency-shtf-prepper
(note that the part about DMR data doesn't exist yet though)

The world of emergency communication can feel overwhelming, especially for new preppers or radio enthusiasts who want to be ready for anything.

08/28/2026

eBay Auction: Wouxun UV9PX+ Ham Two-Way Radio with Rare 1776 Serial # –– 10% of Sale Donated to Wounded Warriors Project –– Check it out!

Every Wouxun radio carries a unique serial number, but every once in a great while one lands on our shelf that's simply too fitting to pass up. BetterSafeRadio (BSR) — Official Authorized Wouxun Distributor.

08/06/2026

SURVEY: If I were to release a special orange case version of one of my top radios as a kit with a speaker-mic, carrying case, and possibly other accessories, which model would you be most interested in?

UV9GX+ GMRS, UV9PX+ Ham, UV9DX Ham, or KG-916+ GMRS?

Thanks for any feedback!

07/13/2026

I still have a decent pile of Wouxun UV9DX radios in stock - such a great deal for a radio that's so much better than the original UV9D (Plus). Check it out!

The Wouxun KG-UV9DX 5 Watt amateur HAM emergency two-way radio transceiver delivers reliable handheld comms & multi-band scanning for EmComm & SHTF prepping.

07/04/2026

AMERICA 250 SALE — Build the Two-Way Radio Kit YOU WANT and SAVE $25 when you spend $250+

https://bettersaferadio.com/america-250-sale-build-your-own-radio-kit-save-25