Best NXDN radios for amateur radio use?

Like P25, NXDN in amateur radio is largely supported by commercial or surplus radios, rather than ham-market gear.

That leads to a practical question:

What NXDN radios have you found work best for amateur radio use - and why?

Rather than just listing models, it’s helpful to hear:

  • How easy programming was
  • How well the radio handles both NXDN and analog FM
  • Audio quality and ergonomics
  • Accessory availability
  • Any surprises (good or bad)

If you’ve used NXDN gear:

  • What radio are you using?
  • What made it a good (or poor) fit for ham use?
  • Would you recommend it to someone starting today?

Honest tradeoffs are especially valuable here.