The analyzer is compact and light in weight, making it very portable to do work out in the field. To me, there isn't much difference between the other analyzers and software than what MFJ has put together for about $200 less. I have used more expensive VNA analyzers and their software. The software is easy to understand and does a pretty nice job displaying the various characteristics of an antenna in graphical format. I think an USB Type B cord will work fine if you already have one. You must buy the separate cord to hook up to your PC and analyzer. The software for this analyzer is downloaded from MFJ and can be used on a computer. Which edition of QST is the only question I have here. But I understand there is an article in QST magazine that explains this function in the MFJ-225. The unit's manual says very little about calibration. This is my reasoning for not giving it a 5 on the ratings.Ĭalibration of the unit seems to be of concern to some users. When out in the field, it may be better sticking with the ANT-S mode to get swr readings. And not everyone will want to take a laptop out in the field for graphing capabilities. If one want graphs, he will be better off using the PC to analyze an antenna. The second complaint is in regards to the tiny graphs displayed on the screen in the ANT-G mode. One thing that I do not like about this unit is the LED screen in the daylight nothing can really be seen. It is easy to use once one learns all the nuances in about 15 minutes. Over all, I would rate the MFJ-225 as a good analyzer.not great.but a good analyzer.

Minivna