Radio receivers are gradually losing their relevance. They began to lose popularity 10 years ago. Now everyone listens to music via the Internet, from a phone or download it to a USB flash drive. But there remains a separate group of consumers who are still actively listening to the radio. They do this not even for the sake of music, but for the sake of obtaining information: it is not without reason that conversational radio stations remain popular to this day. Having studied user comments, expert reviews, I made a rating of the best radios with Aliexpress of the year.
TD-V26
The popular model TD-V26, a portable mini-digital speaker with a stylish design, compact and user-friendly, opens the rating. The multimedia speaker has a good 3W sound quality. Resistance - 4 Ohms, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) - 80 dB with a sensitivity of 15 dB +/- 3 dB. The device perfectly catches FM-stations, does not lose the signal of the radio station, operates in frequencies from 87.5 to 108 MHz. The device has a built-in 600 mAh battery, supports MicroSD / TF cards up to 32 GB. The model has a built-in LCD display with a diagonal of 1 inch.
Benefits:
- Compactness.
- A variety of body color choices.
- Reads 32GB flash drives.
- Loud sound.
- Low price.
Disadvantages:
- Merchandise often comes defective.
- Due to the poor build quality, the receiver fails in a month or two after purchase.
- In a closed room, he has difficulty picking up radio stations.
Popular model due to its ultra-low price - only . The main advantages I would call a loud speaker, the ability to read a microSD flash drive up to 32 GB. The FM receiver works well outdoors, but it does not pick up radio stations well in an enclosed area. I want to note the terrible build quality of the device, which with Aliexpress often comes defective or scratched. If you received a working FM receiver, then don't be too happy: after a couple of months this model may fail.
T-205
T-205 radio with integrated MP3 player. Suitable for use in the country, outwardly it is very similar to the model of the late 90s - early 2000s. The device has a high sound level, like TD-V26, power - 3 W, resistance - 4 Ohms, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) - 85 dB with a sensitivity of 15 dB. It catches FM stations well in frequencies from 87.5 to 108 MHz. Has a built-in 400 mAh battery, which is less than the TD-V26. Because of this, the operating time is 2-4 hours, and the time for a full charge is 2 hours. The T-205 can be powered by a flash drive with a maximum volume of 16 GB.
Benefits:
- Beautiful view.
- High volume of music playback.
- Perfectly catches radio stations.
- Affordable price.
Disadvantages:
- Low battery.
- It takes a long time to charge.
- The maximum size of a flash drive is 16 GB.
Most of all I liked the look: the manufacturers made it antique, the device looks very good. In addition to the design, I can note the quality and volume of the music - it is at a high level. He catches FM stations without problems - on the street, in the apartment, in the country. It has a small battery capacity of only 400 mAh; it can read a USB flash drive up to 16 GB, unlike the TD-V26, which has a 600 mAh battery. He reads flash drives up to 32 GB. But if you need a radio, then this model is definitely for you. Price - .
ECsee
It is made in bright red color, and the case resembles the receivers of the 90s - I really like this design. The device has an excellent 3 W loud sound. Resistance - 4 Ohms, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) - 82 dB, sensitivity - 15 dB. It catches FM stations with frequencies from 70 to 108 MHz without problems, although previous rating models work at frequencies from 87.5 MHz. The battery capacity (1200 mAh) is more than in the T-205 and TD-V26, its full charge lasts for 12 hours. The device receives signals from many radio stations, does not lose them, reads flash drives up to 32 GB.
Benefits:
- Beautiful design.
- High autonomy: operating time - about 12 hours.
- Ability to play radio stations at a frequency of 70 MHz.
- Read flash drives up to 32 GB.
- Good sound quality, high volume.
Disadvantages:
- Dimensions - it is inconvenient to carry it with you.
- Over time, the speaker begins to hiss very loudly.
- It often happens that the battery is faulty.
- Not the first time it connects via USB.
A good model that attracts bright red. It operates in the range from 70 MHz, competitors cannot boast of such an indicator. It has high autonomy, the battery capacity is 1200 mAh, which is more than in the T-205 and TD-V26. The speaker plays loudly, powerfully, but it very often happens that it begins to hiss after a week of use, so I advise you not to use it at maximum volume. Price - .
Rolton W405
This is a radio with a bright LED display, a battery capacity of 1500 mAh, which is even more than in ECsee. It operates in the range from 88 to 108 MHz, automatically searches for radio stations and records them. Given the size of the receiver, it has good sound quality. This was achieved thanks to the built-in amplifier. The sound power is 3 W, the resistance is 4 Ohms, the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) is 83 dB. The receiver has a child protection function, a flashlight, although the listed samples do not have such functions. These are trifles, but still pleasant. Build quality of the Rolton W405 is on top - it looks neat, does not seem flimsy. Color - red, blue, gold.
Benefits:
- Bright LED display.
- High autonomy.
- Child protection function.
- Built-in flashlight.
- Good build quality.
- Possibility to choose body color.
Disadvantages:
- Dim flashlight.
- Not the first time there is a charge from USB.
The model is almost devoid of flaws. She perfectly catches radio stations, has a loud quality sound, high autonomy, which is higher than in the T-205 and TD-V26, attractive design. There is a child protection function, a flashlight, which is often necessary. I recommend to purchase this model. Price - .
FASDGA AM / FM / WB RADIO
This is a compact retro style radio. Equipped with a bright LED flashlight with a soft touch rubber coating, here it is better than in the Rolton W405 model. One of the “tricks” is that the device is charged from sunlight, but you can also charge the phone from it. This is all very cool, practical, but in this model there is a weak battery with a capacity of only 600 mAh, as in the TD-V26, and it will last only 2-4 hours listening to music. Sound power - 3 W, resistance - 4 Ohms, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) - 83 dB. The reviews noted that the build quality is low, the plastic looks cheap. There are no complaints about the sensitivity and volume: the FM-receiver finds all the popular radio stations in the 88–108 MHz range, the sound is clear, high-quality.
Benefits:
- Charging the battery from solar energy.
- The ability to charge the phone from the FM-receiver.
- Good, loud sound.
- Beautiful design, compactness.
- Bright LED flashlight.
Disadvantages:
- The battery capacity is only 600 mAh.
- Low build quality.
- Flimsy, unreliable buttons.
- USB charging often ends after 5 minutes.
- Overcharge.
The model is more suitable for travel enthusiasts: they will be very useful “chip” of this device - it is charging from solar energy with the ability to charge the phone. But this receiver has a small battery, so you won’t be able to fully charge the phone, and it won’t work much either. In the Rolton W405, the battery has a capacity of 1,500 mAh - this battery is clearly not enough in FASDGA AM. In addition to a weak battery, this device has a poor-quality case made of thin plastic, the buttons are flimsy, unreliable. Price - . I think the price is clearly overpriced.
Retekess V113
This device is immediately evident due to its unusual shape and color, but it looks very beautiful. In addition to a successful design, the model pleased with good sound quality with a power of 3.2 W, the ability to work with radio frequencies from 87.5 to 108 MHz. Retekess V113, like most other models, has support for a USB stick, the ability to play music from a microSD card. I liked very much that the model has a remote control with a range of about 14 meters. In terms of autonomy, the device is not distinguished by over-indicators, it has a battery with a capacity of 800 mAh, but there is a function to replace the battery with a more powerful one. This feature is not found in any of these models. For fans to listen to music in the headphones provides a 3.5 mm jack.
Benefits:
- Unusual design.
- Loud quality sound.
- Good bass level.
- Ability to install a more powerful battery.
- Remote control with a range of up to 14 meters.
Disadvantages:
- Standard small battery.
- Channels are not configured manually, only automatically.
- Not all radio stations are caught even in the city.
- When you connect the headphones, a strong background appears at a minimum volume.
Most of all, the model liked its design, which immediately catches the eye. But the design is not the main thing, the sound is more important, and it is at a good level in this model: loud, with moderate bass, there was no such bass in any of the models listed above. But this device has big problems with receiving radio waves: it practically does not catch them even in the city, and the battery with a volume of only 800 mAh does not quite reach the Rolton W405 or ECsee. This device is better used to play music from USB-sticks or flash drives, than as a radio. Price - .
RETEKESS V115
The Retekess V115 portable radio has all the features you need: FM / AM / SW, 3 recording modes, a 3 W bass audio music player and the ability to work with radio frequencies from 87.5 to 108 MHz. You can record your favorite music or talk shows on the radio, external sounds using the built-in microphone. This multifunctional radio allows you to listen to the radio, record all the information you need. Among the options V115 - playback from USB-drives up to 32 GB. A 1000 mAh battery is included in the package of delivery, which is a good indicator: in the Retekess V113 model, a battery with a capacity of 800 mAh, and even less in a TD-V26 or FASDGA AM / FM / WB RADIO.
Benefits:
- Perfectly catches all the radio stations.
- Good speaker.
- Ability to record music on the recorder.
- 1000 mAh battery
Disadvantages:
- Appearance.
- Indoors badly catches radio stations.
- At maximum volume, the battery runs out very quickly.
- Overcharge.
The model looks extremely unfortunate, especially when compared with the Retekess V113 or ECsee. In addition to the appearance, the manufacturer did not solve the problem of finding radio stations: like in the Retekess V113 model, it catches well in the fresh air, but it’s just awful in the room, so as a receiver this device is unlikely to suit you. But the model has good sound quality, bass, plays music from a flash drive, so this is a very good option as a portable speaker. Price - .
L-288
The L-288 column has become so popular that there are already several varieties of it. I saw on sale speakers with built-in Bluetooth, but I will write about the simplest version. The case is made of glossy plastic, on which fingerprints constantly remain.The buttons are rubber, rather tight, preventing accidental clicks. Built-in 2 speakers with a total power of 3 watts. This power is enough for high-quality sound. It works with frequencies from 87.5 to 108 MHz, can play music from a USB stick or via TF / MicroSD. The column provides a function for setting the shutdown time. The L-288 has a 1000 mAh battery, as in the RETEKESS V115 model, which lasts for 4–5 hours of music playback.
Benefits:
- Attractive and modern design.
- Easy fit in the front pocket of jeans.
- Good sound quality.
- There are models with built-in Bluetooth.
- High-quality tight rubber buttons.
- Good reception of radio stations.
Disadvantages:
- Volatile, often falls.
- Glossy easily soiled body.
- In the sun, what is displayed on the screen is poorly read.
A very successful model that will delight you with its modern design, good sound quality, excellent radio signal reception. RETEKESS V115 and RETEKESS V113 cannot boast of this. But the device is unstable, often crashes. Due to the glossy case, the device quickly gets dirty, but it is easily wiped off with an ordinary cloth. This model has practically no drawbacks: I can confidently advise you to pay attention to it. Price - .
PRUNUS L-288
Outwardly, it very much resembles the L-288, it looks attractive, modern. The main "trick" of this model is the presence of Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology which will provide fast connection speed and low power consumption. The second difference from the previous model is the battery, which is not much, but still larger, has a capacity of 1200 mAh. Its full charge is enough for 6-12 hours of listening, depending on the volume level that you set. Built-in antenna 56 cm long, which is 3 times larger than a conventional mini-radio. Support for AM / FM, the ability to store 198 radio stations (X99 AM, X99 FM), which allows you to receive local radio broadcasts in the range from 87.5 to 108 MHz. The device has a function "sleep timer", where you can set the time to automatically turn off the radio. Able to read information from USB-carriers and TF-memory cards. Two dual 3 W magnetic speakers are built into the device, providing clear sound with deep bass and smooth high frequencies. You can enjoy high-quality stereo sound through headphones with a built-in 3.5 mm jack.
Benefits:
- Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology.
- 1200 mAh battery
- 56 cm antenna
- Powerful dual speakers.
Disadvantages:
- Dimensions
- Marked glossy surface.
- Bluetooth is not the first time connected to the phone.
An excellent model: it catches well, remembers radio stations, has an excellent loud sound, a capacious battery, and Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology, which will allow you to connect your phone to the PRUNUS L-288. There is no such function in any of the listed samples. This model is also without significant drawbacks, for some users the device is generally without flaws. Price - .
Radiwow R-108
This is a digital FM stereo portable radio receiver / LW / SW / MW / AIR / with LCD display, 5 W high-quality sound for outdoor activities, operating with a wave range from 64 to 108 MHz. The device has the function of automatic storage tuning (ATS), it can automatically scan new stations, and: all available will be stored in memory. High-quality materials and components, broadcasts of radio broadcasts, speech, music are impeccable in quality. The backlit LCD screen is very convenient for night use. Sleep timer with automatic shutdown of the device. There is a thermometer function that shows the temperature degrees Celsius and Fahrenheit (you can switch as desired). The average volume battery is 1020 mAh, i.e. less than the Rolton W405, but also a pretty good indicator.
Benefits:
- Ability to work with a wide range of radio waves.
- Function of automatic tuning of storage of radio stations.
- Good LCD screen.
- Sleep timer
- A function that displays the temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit.
- Great sound quality.
Disadvantages:
- Appearance.
- High price.
- No instructions in Russian.
This model takes its place deservedly, even with a not very attractive design. Excellent reception of radio waves, high-quality sound, which is higher in power than all other rating models. There are all the necessary functions, a pretty good battery, which, however, is smaller than in the Rolton W405 and ECsee. I really liked the option that remembers radio stations (up to 500 names) - this is very convenient. Price - .
