--- product_id: 48203537 title: "Uniden UBC-125XLT Handheld Scanner" brand: "uniden" price: "AED 1273" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/48203537-uniden-ubc-125xlt-handheld-scanner store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # PC programmable via USB 500 channels wideband coverage AA battery powered, rechargeable ready Uniden UBC-125XLT Handheld Scanner **Brand:** uniden **Price:** AED 1273 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📡 Stay connected, stay ahead — the ultimate scanner for the savvy pro. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Uniden UBC-125XLT Handheld Scanner by uniden - **How much does it cost?** AED 1273 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/48203537-uniden-ubc-125xlt-handheld-scanner) ## Best For - uniden enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted uniden brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Close Call Alert:** Instantly detects nearby transmissions, keeping you ahead of the action. - • **Flexible Power Options:** Runs on standard or rechargeable AA batteries for uninterrupted, on-the-go use. - • **Seamless PC Integration:** Program and manage frequencies effortlessly via USB with user-friendly software. - • **Compact & Portable Design:** Lightweight and rugged for professionals who demand mobility without compromise. - • **Massive 500-Channel Capacity:** Scan a vast spectrum from 25 to 960 MHz with ease, never miss a beat. ## Overview The Uniden UBC-125XLT is a compact handheld radio scanner featuring 500 programmable channels across a broad frequency range (25-960 MHz). It supports both standard and rechargeable AA batteries, offers a close call function for nearby signal detection, and allows easy PC programming via USB. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike, it delivers reliable reception, excellent audio quality, and versatile scanning capabilities in a portable form factor. ## Description Product Description The new Uniden ubc125xlt is a compact 500 channel handheld scanner, which covers 25-88mhz, 108-174mhz, 225 - 512mhz and 806 - 960mhz with 5/6. Box Contains Radio, psu, antenna, belt clip, manual Review: Great little scanner once you get the hang of it - Solid build and surprisingly good reception for a handheld. Runs on standard or rechargeable AA batteries, so you can quickly swap in spares if you don’t have time to recharge, has a clear display, and the audio quality is excellent. The seller even pre-programmed some channels for me, which was a nice touch and made it easier to get started. It took a short while to learn how to use, but once I got the hang of it it’s straightforward and very reliable. Great value for money — highly recommended for anyone wanting a capable, portable receiver. Review: Brilliant receiver for airband etc - I cannot think of anything to dislike. Programming it is a doddle when you get used to using the freeware Scan125 and Scan125convert, and with the 125XLT connected to your PC most of the controls can be changed from the screen rather than finding where to do it via the radio buttons. I pay for RRUK so I get a csv file of the frequencies I want from RRUK, convert it using Scan125convert, then load it onto the radio using nScan125, you can say exactly where you want them to go in a particular bank or bank number, then check the banks on your PC screen. I use mine at home and do not go out much, so rather than the standard antenna I have a Broadsword (search on Facebook for his shop) dipole in the loft with the connector in the upstairs study, and if I am downstairs by the garden I put another Broadsword antenna, an airband slim jim, about 20ft up on an extending fishing pole (on a cane pushed into the top section, some poles are carbon fibre). I have also ordered a bluetooth transmitter to send the audio to a bluetooth speaker, apparently connecting a wired speaker to the radio does not work very well, the speaker needs to be powered, like my rechargeable speaker. Apart from civil and military airband the only other of the frequency banks I scan is ham, there are other banks but I set them to not be scanned, and when I did scan them not much was on, perhaps you need a dedicated antenna for them? I am in my mid 60's and if I can understand it and enjoy it then anyone can, an outside antenna like an airband slim jim is easy to put up in the loft, or on a pole, or just hung up as high as you can get, and IMO is much more effective than the standard rubber duck. A must is to download Scan125 and Scan125 convert, there is a bit of a learning curve but it is worth it for the convenience of running the radio via your PC. At this price you are not going to get a scanner with all the bells and whistles, others can cost many times what this does, in my opinion the 125XLT is brilliant, incredible value, and is great fun to use. Update - I got the bluetooth transmitter/receiver (from ebay!) plus a cheap pair of headphones and they all work great together. https://www.desertcart.co.uk/gp/product/B07WT9GV2D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ## Features - 500 Channels - 25-960 MHz (with gaps) - Close call function. 10 search band - It covers 25-88mhz, 108-174mhz, 225 - 512mhz and 806 - 960mhz with 5/6 - Antenna: 50 Ohm / IF rejection: 80 Decibel ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00HQCUXI4 | | Best Sellers Rank | 27,930 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 489 in Radio Communication | | Box Contents | Radio, Antenna, Instructions, Batteries , USB Jack | | Brand | Uniden | | Brand Name | Uniden | | Connectivity technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,656 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04954355102819 | | Item Weight | 0.17 Kilograms | | Item weight | 0.17 Kilograms | | Light Source Type | LED | | Manufacturer | Uniden | | Media Type | USB | | Minimum System Requirements | Windows 7 | | Model Name | UBC-125XLT | | Model name | UBC-125XLT | | Network Connectivity Technology | USB | | Optical Sensor Technology | CCD | | Product Warranty | 1 year manufacturer | | Resolution | 1050 | | Scanner Type | Radio | | Scanner type | Radio | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Uniden - **Connectivity technology:** USB - **Item weight:** 0.17 Kilograms - **Maximum Supported Paper Size:** A3 - **Minimum system requirements.:** Windows 7 - **Model name:** UBC-125XLT - **Number of items:** 1 - **Optical sensor technology:** CCD - **Resolution:** 1050 - **Scanner type:** Radio ## Images ![Uniden UBC-125XLT Handheld Scanner - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/8197h-OLaTL.jpg) ![Uniden UBC-125XLT Handheld Scanner - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ZRRlhxUFL.jpg) ![Uniden UBC-125XLT Handheld Scanner - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/711uYg-pbWL.jpg) ![Uniden UBC-125XLT Handheld Scanner - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sw80DhW2L.jpg) ![Uniden UBC-125XLT Handheld Scanner - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/812dG7ZFS-L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what is alpha tagging, also is this still the best value for money unit** A: Hi Mr T- Alpha tagging is a name you can give to a channel or frequency that you have found or listen to regularly. It helps you keep track of what your listening to. Having named your favourite channels or frequencies makes them easier to find again, and saves time scanning through a block of frequencies trying to find something you heard a few days ago etc. So Alpha tagging is just the ability to name a frequency or channel. This scanner is a good piece of kit and is good value for the money. I use it mainly for aircraft and marine band listening. If you have a pad or smartphone you can download apps that allow you to see the plane or ship you are listening to. Flight Radar and Marine Traffic are the apps I use. The scanner can be awkward to use and I complained to Uniden about how the user experience could be improved. Once you get your head around the menus it's a capable little scanner. You cannot use it while it's connected to the charger though. Nice little scanner but has a fiddly and awkward menu system. Hope this info helps you. **Q: is there an in-car charger and a mains charger for the alt 125? Thanks** A: Hi John. A UK mains charger is included (and USB charge lead). Currently we don't have an in car charger. However, most USB in car chargers will suffice. These are very common and easy to get. **Q: Are the tuning steps on this unit fully suitable for the UK? Am new to scanning, long time lapsed Ham.** A: This scanner covers all UK including air band, local taxes , cb radio, ham bands etc etc. **Q: Can you program all 500 channel to the civil airband frequency range** A: Yes, but it does not have an 8.33 kHz AM filter so you can get upto 3 channels on the same frequency. You'd need to spend a lot more money for a scanner that does the VHF Airband properly. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little scanner once you get the hang of it *by M***N on 19 October 2025* Solid build and surprisingly good reception for a handheld. Runs on standard or rechargeable AA batteries, so you can quickly swap in spares if you don’t have time to recharge, has a clear display, and the audio quality is excellent. The seller even pre-programmed some channels for me, which was a nice touch and made it easier to get started. It took a short while to learn how to use, but once I got the hang of it it’s straightforward and very reliable. Great value for money — highly recommended for anyone wanting a capable, portable receiver. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant receiver for airband etc *by F***N on 30 June 2022* I cannot think of anything to dislike. Programming it is a doddle when you get used to using the freeware Scan125 and Scan125convert, and with the 125XLT connected to your PC most of the controls can be changed from the screen rather than finding where to do it via the radio buttons. I pay for RRUK so I get a csv file of the frequencies I want from RRUK, convert it using Scan125convert, then load it onto the radio using nScan125, you can say exactly where you want them to go in a particular bank or bank number, then check the banks on your PC screen. I use mine at home and do not go out much, so rather than the standard antenna I have a Broadsword (search on Facebook for his shop) dipole in the loft with the connector in the upstairs study, and if I am downstairs by the garden I put another Broadsword antenna, an airband slim jim, about 20ft up on an extending fishing pole (on a cane pushed into the top section, some poles are carbon fibre). I have also ordered a bluetooth transmitter to send the audio to a bluetooth speaker, apparently connecting a wired speaker to the radio does not work very well, the speaker needs to be powered, like my rechargeable speaker. Apart from civil and military airband the only other of the frequency banks I scan is ham, there are other banks but I set them to not be scanned, and when I did scan them not much was on, perhaps you need a dedicated antenna for them? I am in my mid 60's and if I can understand it and enjoy it then anyone can, an outside antenna like an airband slim jim is easy to put up in the loft, or on a pole, or just hung up as high as you can get, and IMO is much more effective than the standard rubber duck. A must is to download Scan125 and Scan125 convert, there is a bit of a learning curve but it is worth it for the convenience of running the radio via your PC. At this price you are not going to get a scanner with all the bells and whistles, others can cost many times what this does, in my opinion the 125XLT is brilliant, incredible value, and is great fun to use. Update - I got the bluetooth transmitter/receiver (from ebay!) plus a cheap pair of headphones and they all work great together. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07WT9GV2D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good. Very good! *by 5***B on 26 February 2017* Very good for me - I use it mainly for listening to ATC. I live in north London and have it hooked up to an external Swedish-made professional airband rx/tx antenna and have no problems receiving LHR, LGW, STN airports, including ground traffic. Being able to add tags to the frequencies is so useful but is a bit of a palaver doing it on the scanner - much better to use programming software on your pc - the scanner has the older USB mini type B socket for connection using an appropriate cable. There's not much of a choice of software to do this, and you'll probably come across BuTel software, which is fine, if a little expensive - around €30 last time I looked. Whatever you do, do NOT try and get the software for free by using TrialPay - IT'S A SCAM!! I know as I got caught! Apart from airband I've only taken the scanner out to my local shopping centre to try the Close Call feature to identify local transmissions. It worked well, and in addition to picking-up security etc, it also picked up the local buses! The scanner is solidly built and has so many customisable options that it will take you a while to learn what it can do. Uniden provide a (~70 pages) printed manual in English, which is nice, not to say unusual these days, but if you prefer you can also download it as a PDF. The antenna connector is a BNC and there are many third party antennae available for it. Sound quality is good and clear for my purposes and having just tried it at max is more than adequate, but distorts a little, but I guess that's to be expected with a small speaker. I had a Uniden Bearcat UBC 100XL in the 1980s for airband reception and loved it. I worked at an airport then and occasionally took it into work with me, especially when on nightshifts, so that when I was out on the apron I could track my inbounds. It was brilliant which is why I chose Uniden again. I'm not sure the batter life on this is that great - it comes with a set of 2300mAh Ni-MH rechargeable batteries which are charged via the USB socket, but there's no auto-sensor circuitry to stop when the batteries are charged. Instead you have to set a charging time via the options, which is a bit cr*p in my opinion. As I use the scanner at home I simply removed the batteries and have it connected via the USB cable to my pc, which works well. Squelch is via the menu system - there's no knob, and the single knob on top is multi-function. Turn it and it changes channel/frequency, push it down first and it controls the volume. It functions differently depending on the mode you are in, and it clicks as it turns, which is nice, although to be honest the click feels a little lightweight, plasticky…or cheap. The rubber buttons however have a nice action to them and a positive click when pressed. You can have a beep too when they are pressed, and this can be turned off in the options. Anyway, this wasn't meant to be an in-depth review as I haven't used it that much, but sometimes when I start typing I can't stop! But for my purposes it fits the bill very well indeed. I hope this has been of some use to someone :-) ## Frequently Bought Together - Uniden UBC-125XLT Handheld Scanner - Pocket Airband UK & Ireland Frequency Guide Civil and Military Edition 20 - UKAFG UK Airband Frequency Guide - HF/VHF/UHF Civilian and Military Radio Scanner Book 2023 (Ring Bound Version) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/48203537-uniden-ubc-125xlt-handheld-scanner](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/48203537-uniden-ubc-125xlt-handheld-scanner) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-05-29*