Comparison of Motorola DP4400e, DP4401e, DP4800e and DP4801e Radios (VHF)

The Motorola DP4000e series of professional digital radios are modern portable DMR radios widely used in the military, security services, logistics, and industrial sectors.
All models are available in VHF (136–174 MHz) and UHF (403–527 MHz) versions. In this article, we will review the key differences between the DP4400e, DP4401e, DP4800e, and DP4801e models in the VHF band.

Key differences between the models

🔹 DP4400e — basic model without display, GPS, or Bluetooth. Reliable and simple to use.
🔹 DP4401e — same as DP4400e, but with extended features: GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, accelerometer (Man-Down).
🔹 DP4800e — professional model with color display and full keypad, supports up to 1000 channels, but without GPS/Bluetooth.
🔹 DP4801e — top version with display, keypad, and full set of features: GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, accelerometer.

Motorola DP4000e (VHF) Comparison Table

Model VHF Range TX Power Display / Keypad GPS Bluetooth Wi-Fi Accelerometer Channels IP Rating Battery Life (Li-Ion 2450 mAh)
DP4400e 136–174 MHz up to 5W ❌ no display ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ 32 IP68 ~22–24 h
DP4401e 136–174 MHz up to 5W ❌ no display ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 32 IP68 ~22–24 h
DP4800e 136–174 MHz up to 5W ✅ display + keypad ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ 1000 IP68 ~22–24 h
DP4801e 136–174 MHz up to 5W ✅ display + keypad ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 1000 IP68 ~22–24 h

* Battery life is specified for digital mode with a 2450 mAh Li-Ion battery.

Which model to choose?

  • If you need maximum functionality (GPS, display, text messaging, Bluetooth) — choose Motorola DP4801e.

  • If you want a radio with display but without navigation or extra modules — go for DP4800e.

  • If you need compact and simple use, without extra features — your choice is DP4400e.

  • If you want a non-display body with GPS and Man-Down — the best option is DP4401e.

Conclusion

The choice between DP4400e / DP4401e / DP4800e / DP4801e depends on your specific needs.
For daily use in security services or logistics, DP4400e/4401e are sufficient, while in the military and special units, DP4801e is most often used thanks to GPS, display, and additional service support.

📌 All Motorola DP4000e models in the VHF range are available in our store.
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