Uniden UM725 White VHF

The Uniden UM725 White VHF Radio is a full-featured marine communications radio built for boaters, fishing crews, and water enthusiasts who demand reliable, long-range connectivity on the water. Whether you're running a center console, cruising coastal waters, or coordinating with other vessels offshore, this Class D DSC-compliant unit delivers professional-grade performance in a compact, white-finish housing. VHF radio remains the gold standard for marine safety and crew coordination—outperforming cellular networks in remote areas and providing instant access to Coast Guard frequencies and weather alerts.

The UM725 operates across all USA, Canadian, and international marine channels with selectable 1-watt and 25-watt transmit power modes, letting you conserve power on short-range calls or punch through to distant vessels and shore stations. Full Class D Digital Selective Calling (DSC) compliance—meeting ITU-R 493-14 and -15 standards plus IEC 62238 specifications—ensures compatibility with modern maritime distress and safety systems. The dual-power configuration is especially valuable for battery-conscious cruisers; you can drop to 1 watt for local chatter around the anchorage, then shift to 25 watts when weather closes in or you need to reach the harbormaster miles away.

This radio suits both recreational anglers taking day trips and professional fishing operations running multi-day runs. The white exterior resists UV fade and integrates cleanly into modern helm layouts without the aesthetic bulk of older black units. Installation is straightforward on vessels already equipped with VHF antennas and 12V power systems; the 3.5-pound weight makes it ideal for smaller boats, tenders, and retrofit projects where space and weight are concerns. Paired with a good external antenna mounted at the highest point on your tower or mast, the UM725 will reliably reach other vessels and shore-based repeaters at distances competitive with comparable marine-grade radios.