#923 NanoVNA Shootout: Four VNA Instruments Compared

Episode 923 I make measurements and compare four different vector network analyzers HP 8712 (801 cal points selected) NanoVNA 2.8 (with latest firmware 0.8.0) NanoVNA H4 (with dislord 1.0.64) NanoVNA F-V2 (with sysjoint 0.3.0) I measure a bandpass filter parameters S11 and S21. The same SOLT calibration set was used on each instrument. Here are my thoughts: HP 8712 - a joy to operate, large screen, very fast, simple user interface, up to 1601 cal points, 105dB dynamic range. 1.3GHz upper frequency NanoVNA F-V2 - robust mechanical design, best dynamic range of the nanos. fast user interface. I wish there was dislord firmware for this model, 4.4 GHz upper frequency NanoVNA H4 - Best bang per buck. the dislord firmware makes this a good choice. 1.5GHz upper frequency NanoVNA 2.8 - outdated now, not recommended Be a Patron:   / imsaiguy