Looking to upgrade from the Yaesu FT-60R? See how the LUITON LT-1000PRO compares on GPS, APRS, power, bands, and price. A 2026 upgrade guide for hams.

Looking to upgrade from the Yaesu FT-60R? See how the LUITON LT-1000PRO compares on GPS, APRS, power, bands, and price. A 2026 upgrade guide for hams.

The LUITON LT-1000PRO is a quad-band handheld that transmits on CB, VHF, UHF, and receives Air Band. See if it can replace three radios in your go-bag.

Real-world test of LUITON LT-1000PRO vs Yaesu FT-60R handheld radios. Compare bands, power, GPS, battery, and price to find the best 2026 handheld.

Power: Up to 50W (typical handheld: 5W, mobile: 50W) License: Yes — $35 FCC license, no exam Range: Strong local coverage, works well in urban environments GMRS is the middle ground that most people overlook. You get significantly more power than CB (up to 50W vs CB is 4W standard), and because it operates at […]