Best radio on Reddit
128 reviews from r/shortwave, r/gmrs, r/amateurradio and 28 more subreddits
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#1
Tecsun
4.7
(15)
"It just doesn't have an air band or VHF, but for what you want it is 10/10."
"Economical, picks up both commercial radio throughout the spectrum and amateur radio."
"If you want SSB too, if I were you I'd grab one of the last remaining Tecsun PL-660 from Anon Co."
"I have a Tecsun PL-330 that gets AM and FM broadcast as well as CW, SSB, and AM on shortwave."
"My Tecsun PL-368 does a great job receiving CW. And it fits in a shirt pocket."
"The Tecsun PL-368 for its weight, form factor and RX range."
"Tecsun pl 330."
"Solid radio right here. Worth EVERY penny."
"Solid radio right here. I highly recommend and LOVE mine!"
"A good handheld carry is the tecsun pl368."
#2
Radio
4.7
(9)
"Top 3 are non stop pop, Ls rock, and rebel radio (not in order)"
"FlyLo FM on release day just hit different."
"Nothing like creating chaos and destruction with Curtis Mayfield - So in Love playing in the background 💀"
"It's the biggest station and an incredible selection of electronica."
"West Coast Classics & Channel X"
"Radio DAMN MIRROR PARK, I LOVE THIS!!!"
"Blue Ark, Rebel Radio, Blaine County Radio and LS Rock were my personal favourites."
"Usually West Coast Classics, but NonStop Pop is also my go-to."
"Lost Santos Rock Radio with Non-Stop Pop being 2nd"
#3
XHDATA
4.4
(8)
"I have the D-109 and it's very capable & inexpensive."
"I got the xhdata d808 about a week ago, my first radio. I’m having a great time."
"These are all good performers and good values at various prices."
"A simple radio and has an emergency frequency (NOAA) and the traditional FM and AM frequencies and also shortwave."
"It is a good brand and is not expensive."
"I can also recommend Xhdata D-808 for a beginner, very good value for money especially because of SSB with proper fine tuning."
"XHDATA D109 is reasonably priced and has many good features."
"My first radio was the D-808…was happy with it when I could find a signal."
#4
Yaesu
4.8
(6)
"You can considere a FT891. 100w."
"I wouldn’t want to try with anything less than 100w. I would recommend an 891 at minimum."
"I've had great success with SOTA & POTA with the 100w Yaesu ft891, love it's portability and power."
"I recommend a 100w rig if you want to run 20/40m side band for Pota."
"Absolutely. I like them so much, I bought two of them: One for my car, and one for my home shack."
"Yaesu have a good reputation and have traditionally built solid well-engineered equipment."
#5
Sangean
4.7
(6)
"I'd opt for the Sangean PR-D4W."
"Another: Sangean PR-D18."
"Here is a good bet."
"Sangean ats 909x2."
"Tecsun, or -- if you can afford it -- a Sangean ATS-909X2."
"I have several older portables that work well on CW -- Sangean 909/DX-398."
#6
Baofeng
3.7
(6)
"It has the most unique menu that’s actually very simple to understand"
"That is a decent radio for the price."
"It’s a solid radio, you get what you pay for."
"Baofeng! If you drop it, you'll lose very little money!!"
"For purely skiing use I would go Rocky Talkie."
"Just get a uv-5r. That radio is a pain in the bass."
#7
TidRadio
4.5
(4)
"Tidradio H3 hands down. Great cheap radio for GMRS!"
"+1 for the Tidradio H3."
"Of the two, I prefer the H8."
"Cheap, does great, has all the features, etc."
#8
Sony
5.0
(3)
"I LOVE my Sony XAV-AX6000."
"A reliable boombox with a CD player, AM/FM radio, and built-in speakers—perfect for your mom's needs."
"Sony makes great reliable head units."
#9
Amazon
5.0
(3)
"Just get an Alexa and link it to a music subscription service."
"We have echo dots for ours kids and can control them remotely from our phones."
"If his speech is clear enough he can give voice commands to an Amazon echo."
#10
Pioneer
4.7
(3)
"I got a Pioneer single din (DEH model) and I love it for my 00 XLS."
"I have a 1989 Pioneer radio fitted to my 1986 mini."
"I enjoy it, very adjustable."
#11
Radiomaster
4.7
(3)
"I have now moved to the new boxer crush which is amazing and a really good size."
"I recommend the RadioMaster Boxer with ELRS. Should last you a long time."
"Radiomaster pocket seems to be the go to suggestion from most people. It's upgradeable, works with sims and budget friendly."
#12
GMRS
4.3
(3)
"GMRS is exactly what you need for your family."
"Five miles might be a reach for handheld radios."
"Many repeaters run off batteries and solar."
#13
Uniden
4.3
(3)
"I've run uniden for 30 years first on am then on uhf."
"Have a uniden in one of my rigs and it’s pretty good."
"This is a nice starter pack with all the controls on the handset."
#14
Cave 91.9
5.0
(2)
"Run by high school students with a kick ass taste in music."
"It has no ads & some of the programming the kids put together is iconic."
#15
Anytone
4.5
(2)
"I have 3 radios. I use 1 as a home base, 1 in the RV, and 1 at my cabin. All of them are 'Anytone AT-5555N II'."
"If you’re going through all that get one of the big 4. Anytone 5555n2."
#16
Rocky Talkie
4.5
(2)
"Rocky Talkie 5w GMRS handheld. One benefit is that it's very easy to set up without connecting to a computer."
"Small, compact and they work."
#17
4.0
(2)
"The Pocket is uniquely perfect for this scenario."
"Just get another Pocket."
#18
GME
4.0
(2)
"I would buy the tx3500 and if you wanted to save money but the omricon equivalent."
"GME and Uniden are usually the go-to brands."
#19
Becker
4.0
(2)
"Becker Grand Prix, the radio just looks like it’s especially made for this model."
"Becker Audio 10 with added Bluetooth connectivity."
#20
Sporty’s
5.0
(1)
"Sporty’s PJ2+ is pretty popular because it has built in headset jacks"
#21
Onyx
5.0
(1)
"Oh boy Here I go recommending the all mighty Onyx Plus again."
#22
H3
5.0
(1)
"If you're looking for something under ~40 bucks the H3 is probably your best bet."
#23
Sportys
5.0
(1)
"I recommend the sportys pj2+. That's what I have in my flight bag."
#24
5.0
(1)
"We have a google home mini that plays Spotify playlists."
#25
Crutchfield
5.0
(1)
"Crutchfield, crutchfield, crutchfield. Order from them and it comes with instructions customized to your vehicle."
#26
AM-FM Radio
5.0
(1)
"Everyone should have a decent portable AM-FM radio that takes common batteries."
#27
Yoto
5.0
(1)
"Get a Yoto!! r/yotoplayer"
#28
Panasonic
5.0
(1)
"Offers excellent build and audio performance."
#29
ATS-120
5.0
(1)
"I've been using the ATS120, and LOVE IT."
#30
Belka
5.0
(1)
"The best portable radio for CW that I know is the Belka."
#31
Radio Viking
5.0
(1)
"I think Radio Viking is the best one."
#32
TD
4.0
(1)
"The TD-H3 is a great inexpensive radio."
#33
Sihuadon
4.0
(1)
"My friend suggested me to buy a Sihuadon R108 it’s pretty cheap and easy to use for a novice."
#34
NOAA
4.0
(1)
"Good little thing and works when I need it."
#35
Alpine
4.0
(1)
"Now on alpine ILX 507 and am pretty happy."
#36
Apple
4.0
(1)
"I have had mine for 3 years and i got a 35$ Apple CarPlay radio from eBay and it works fine."
#37
UV-5R
4.0
(1)
"UV 5R for short range comms. Cheap and effective."
#38
Jooki
4.0
(1)
"The Jooki seems best suited for what you're looking for."
#39
eBay
4.0
(1)
"I got a cheap one off eBay, more for the retro look but for £12 I can't complain."
#40
Jensen
4.0
(1)
"Another compact, affordable option with decent sound quality."
#41
Eonon
4.0
(1)
"Check out the Eonon VWA12S head unit."
#42
Blaupunkt
4.0
(1)
"I have the Blaupunkt Valencia model for period looks but also affordability."
#43
Jumper
4.0
(1)
"I recommend Jumper T20."
#44
Smiley
4.0
(1)
"A Smiley Super Stick 465 is a great great antenna!"
#45
Third Shed Moto
4.0
(1)
"Look at Third Shed Moto’s stereo. I don’t have it but I plan on getting it, costs about $60."
#46
Raddy
4.0
(1)
"[RF760 Full Band SSB SW Radio – Raddy]"
#47
Zorro
4.0
(1)
"I got the Zorro Max. Carbon fiber with cnc gimbals."
#48
Ailunce
4.0
(1)
"The Ailunce HA1G won't break the bank, is feature rich, and will resist water and dust."
#49
MiNYE
4.0
(1)
"I bought a cheap unit on amazon. MiNYE was the company. Looked old school and had allowed for Bluetooth and SD card which is what I use now."
#50
Xhdata
4.0
(1)
#51
93.5 FM
4.0
(1)
"Real country music, 25yrs+ to be played, and all request show."
#52
CFRC
4.0
(1)
"Huge variation in musical programs (metal, folk, indie rock, deep house, punk etc. etc.) and gives time to local musicians."
#53
Continental
4.0
(1)
"Continental TR Bluetooth radios."
#54
Icom
4.0
(1)
"Go with MURS. Brand wise, I like Icom."
#55
MURS
4.0
(1)
"Look up MURS radios. They are license free and can be used for commercial purposes."
#56
QT-40
4.0
(1)
"Sounds like a qt-40 would be perfect."
#57
Bearcat
3.0
(1)
"It works well in the field."
#58
Literadio
3.0
(1)
"But a Literadio would work."
#59
HGLRC
3.0
(1)
"HGLRC makes a budget radio."
#60
Oricom
3.0
(1)
"I installed an Oricom kit something like this and am very happy with it."
#61
Sonos
3.0
(1)
"It's not perfect sound, but it's easy to charge in the car and easy to remove."
#62
Kenwood
3.0
(1)
"Personally I'd go Kenwood over Icom."
#63
DAB+
3.0
(1)
"Dab+ would be best but pretty much all stations now stream their radio station on the Internet."
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