What Retevis does

Retevis is a Shenzhen-headquartered, privately held manufacturer of two-way radios and wireless communication solutions, operating since approximately 2008–2010 with a U.S. legal entity (RETEVIS, Inc.) and distribution claimed in 170 countries. The company's product portfolio spans analog, DMR digital, GMRS, FRS, PMR446, and POC (Push-to-Talk over Cellular) handheld radios, mobile/base units, and repeaters, organized under the Retevis master brand and two sub-brands — Ailunce for the amateur/ham radio segment and MateTalk for business and explosion-proof industrial use. Hardware is differentiated primarily by certification pedigree rather than novel technology: the RB48 series carries MIL-STD-810H testing recognition from the U.S. Department of Defense, the MateTalk E2 holds ATEX/IECEx certification for explosive atmospheres, and the broader portfolio is FCC/CE-compliant with IP54–IP68 ingress protection ratings. Retevis complements individual SKUs with vertical solution platforms for construction sites, warehouses, schools, and hazardous environments, including distributed antenna systems, repeaters, and management software.

The business model is hardware-led and multi-channel. Retevis sells direct-to-consumer through its own e-commerce storefront (retevis.com) and through Amazon — including Prime Day promotions with up to 40% discounts — while reaching enterprise and B2B buyers through a dealer network, bulk-inquiry forms, and custom solution consultations. Pricing spans roughly $47.99 for entry-level consumer FRS packs to $2,948.99 for enterprise bundle solutions, with mid-range industrial radios clustering at $240.99–$471.99. Revenue is generated primarily from unit hardware sales and a growing accessories attach (chargers, speaker mics, earpieces, antennas, programming cables), supported by 7x12h priority support, 30-day returns, 3-year warranty, and lifetime tech support for enterprise customers. Customer concentration is low at the unit level: the company reports 10+ million cumulative customers and 40+ million lifetime units sold, with named enterprise references (Fluor Corporation, ALL Family of Companies, Amrize Building Materials) functioning as case studies rather than revenue anchors.

Name

Retevis

Legal name

RETEVIS, Inc.

Website

https://retevis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Retevis is a Shenzhen-headquartered, privately held manufacturer of two-way radios — analog, DMR digital, GMRS/FRS, POC, and ATEX/IECEx-certified explosion-proof models — sold globally in 170 countries through e-commerce, Amazon, and a dealer network, serving construction, warehousing, oil & gas, education, and amateur radio customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Guangdong

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Two-Way Radios: Primary revenue stream from selling two-way radios, walkie-talkies, and radio equipment directly to consumers and businesses through e-commerce platform and dealer network. Products include industrial radios, consumer walkie-talkies, ham radios, marine radios, and accessories.
2. Enterprise Solutions and Customization: Custom communication solutions for enterprise clients including system design, integration, and deployment services for warehouses, construction sites, schools, and industrial facilities.
3. Accessories and Add-ons: Sales of complementary products including chargers, speaker mics, earpieces, antennas, programming cables, and replacement batteries.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Retevis designs, manufactures, and sells two-way radio communication equipment and accessories across multiple protocols (analog, DMR digital, GMRS, FRS, PMR446, POC cellular). The portfolio spans industrial/business radios, intrinsically safe explosion-proof radios, amateur/ham radios, marine VHF radios, mobile/base stations, and repeaters, sold directly via retevis.com, Amazon, and a global dealer network.

Product overview

Retevis is a global communication technology company headquartered in Shenzhen offering a comprehensive portfolio of two-way radios and wireless communication solutions. The product portfolio spans multiple product lines: industrial-grade handheld radios (RT29, RT86, NR30, RT81, RT68 series) with waterproof and rugged designs for construction, warehousing, and business use; DMR digital radios (RT29D, RT68D, RT81, RT3S, RB22) providing digital clarity and encryption; intrinsically safe radios (MateTalk E2, E1, RT56 series) certified for hazardous environments; amateur/ham radios (Ailunce HD1, HD2, HA2, HA1G, RA89R, RA89G, H1); marine VHF radios (RM01, RM21, RM40); mobile/base station radios (RA87, RT90); POC/4G network radios (L71) for cellular coverage; and repeaters (RT97L, RT97S, RT97P, RT97LD, RT600, RT680) for extending coverage. The ecosystem includes sub-brands Ailunce for amateur radio and MateTalk for business/professional use. Beyond individual products, Retevis offers integrated solutions platforms for specific industries including warehouses (with distributed antenna systems), construction sites, schools, and explosion-proof hazardous environments. The portfolio operates on multiple protocols including analog, DMR, GMRS/FRS, PMR446, and POC (cellular), with accessories including multi-unit chargers, speaker mics, earpieces, and programming tools. Software includes programming applications with Bluetooth connectivity for configuration and management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Retevis RT29 Series Long-Range UHF Radios IP67 waterproof UHF long-range handheld radios with 16-channel support, rugged construction, and excellent sound quality for business and industrial use.
• Retevis RB48 Series Heavy-Duty MIL-STD-810H Radios Heavy-duty waterproof business two-way radios carrying MIL-STD-810H testing recognition, with RB48, RB48 Plus, and RB48 Pro variants for industrial environments requiring durable communication equipment.
• Retevis RT86 Long-Range Heavy-Duty Walkie Talkie Long-range heavy-duty UHF walkie talkie with hidden display and flashlight, designed for extended coverage communication needs with rugged construction.
• Retevis MateTalk P4 DMR Business Radio DMR digital business band radio with dual-mode (digital/analog) communication, ARC4/AES128/AES256 encryption, IP54 waterproof rating, VOX hands-free, emergency alarm, and interoperability with Motorola and Hytera DMR devices.
• Retevis MateTalk E2 Explosion-Proof Intrinsically Safe Radio ATEX/IECEx certified intrinsically safe DMR portable two-way radio with IP68 waterproof rating, GPS positioning, emergency alarm, man-down alarm, and MIL-STD-810G durability, supporting dual digital and analog modes with 1024 channel capacity.
• Retevis RT97L Portable GMRS Repeater 25W portable GMRS repeater with IP66 waterproof rating designed for long-range base station applications, extending signal coverage for two-way radio networks.
• Retevis RA87 40W GMRS Mobile Radio 40W powerful long-range GMRS mobile radio base station with cable, designed for vehicle or fixed-base installation requiring high-power transmission.
• Retevis L71 POC (Push-to-Talk over Cellular) Radio 4G Android network two-way radio with WiFi and GPS capability for wide-area coverage using cellular networks, eliminating range limitations of traditional radio.
• Warehouse Communication Solutions Integrated warehouse communication platform bundling base repeaters, handheld radios, distributed antenna systems (ceiling-mounted antennas, coaxial cables, couplers, power dividers), and management software for 100% indoor coverage of large facilities.
• Construction Site Radio Solutions Vertical-specific radio solution bundle for construction sites, combining RT29 and RB48 series radios with repeaters, accessories, and emergency alert features for site-wide coordination.
• Explosion-Proof Radio Solutions Comprehensive intrinsically safe and explosion-proof communication solution platform for oil & gas, chemical plants, mining, and fire rescue environments, featuring ATEX/IECEx certified radios with GPS, emergency alarms, and man-down detection.
• Custom Communication Solutions Customized communication solution service offering product customization (colors, logos, features, languages, packaging), equipment upgrades, and free layout planning for warehouse and enterprise deployments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Communication efficiency and worker safety significantly boosted through RB48 radio deployment
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered key reference customer and compatibility partner.

• Fluor Corporationkey reference customerOthersMajor construction and engineering company that deployed Retevis RB48 radios to overcome harsh site conditions, significantly boosting communication efficiency and worker safety. Featured as case study demonstrating product value in enterprise construction environments.
• ALL Family of Companieskey reference customerOthersCommercial construction company that combined Retevis RB48 radios with RT97L portable repeaters to eliminate signal blind spots, significantly improving crane operation safety and coordination efficiency.
• Amrize Building Materialskey reference customerOthersBuilding materials company that upgraded from analog to Retevis DMR digital radios, eliminating static interference and significantly enhancing clear communication across production and transit areas.
• Motorolacompatibility partnerTechnology or IntegrationDMR digital radios are interoperable with Motorola DMR systems, allowing Retevis products to integrate with existing Motorola radio infrastructure in enterprise environments.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Cobra Electronics: US consumer brand for FRS/GMRS, CB, and marine radios, with strong retail and Amazon distribution. Comparable to Retevis on consumer/hobby two-way radios and marine VHF product lines.
• Yaesu (Yaesu Musen): Leading amateur/ham radio manufacturer with dual-band and DMR handhelds. Closely comparable to Retevis's Ailunce HD2/HA2/H1 sub-brand and RA89R/RA89G amateur lineup.
• Midland Radio: US-based GMRS, FRS, CB, and marine two-way radio brand with strong retail and Amazon presence. Directly comparable to Retevis on consumer GMRS/FRS walkie-talkies and marine VHF segments.
• ICOM Incorporated: Japanese manufacturer of professional, marine, ham, and aviation two-way radios. Directly comparable to Retevis on marine VHF (RM01/RM21/RM40) and amateur radio (Ailunce HD/HA series) product lines.
• Hytera Communications: China-based direct competitor in DMR, TETRA, and explosion-proof radios for industrial, public safety, and commercial customers. Competes head-to-head with Retevis in DMR digital and ATEX-certified radios, and is explicitly listed as an interoperable DMR partner.
• TYT Electronics: China-based challenger brand in DMR, GMRS, and amateur radios sold through e-commerce and Amazon. Closest like-for-like peer to Retevis on price, channel mix, and dual amateur/business positioning.
• Baofeng / Pofung: Mass-market Chinese handheld radio brand dominant on Amazon and e-commerce globally. Comparable to Retevis on consumer/hobby/entry-level FRS and UV-5R-style radios and the value-tier channel strategy.

Broad incumbents

• Motorola Solutions: Global leader in professional two-way radio (MOTOTRBO), command-and-control, and public-safety communications. Direct comparable for Retevis's DMR, ATEX, and enterprise radio lines; Retevis explicitly positions as interoperable with Motorola DMR systems.
• Kenwood (JVCKENWOOD): Established Japanese manufacturer of professional DMR/NXDN and amateur radios, including rugged industrial and public-safety handhelds. Comparable to Retevis's professional, ham, and DMR portfolios with a more premium incumbency.

Emerging players

• Kirisun: Chinese manufacturer of DMR, TETRA, and PoC radios targeting commercial, public-safety, and industrial markets. Competes with Retevis on DMR and enterprise/public-safety solutions, particularly in emerging markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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