# E1727: I Tested the Quansheng UV-K1 and Found THIS!

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Podcast: [Ham Radio 2.0](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0-461386)
Published: 2026-04-21T15:55:02+00:00
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## Resource

Quansheng UV-K1 (Mini Kong) review – the tiny but powerful successor to the UV-K5! This ultra-compact dual-band ham radio offers 5W VHF/UHF, wideband receive, AM airband, NOAA weather, USB-C charging, and excellent battery life in a pocket-sized package. We test real-world performance, audio quality, range, and compare it directly with the UV-K5. Is the Quansheng UV-K1 the best budget handheld radio in 2026? 👉 Get the Quansheng UV-K1: https://amzn.to/3QmvNhx Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

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