The Best Emergency Radios for Any Situation

Verdict

The Eton Sidekick Ultimate Camping AM/FM/NOAA Radio is a great choice for anyone looking for a reliable weather alert radio with a range of features. It is easy to charge using solar power or a hand crank power generator, and it can be used to recharge your smartphone, tablet or other devices. The radio also features a digital tuner and display, AM/FM, SAME and NOAA signals, a bright LED flashlight, red emergency beacon and huge ambient light with dimmer. Eton also stands behind its commitment to helping you be prepared for everyday fun and unexpected emergencies.

Specs

• Weather Alert Radio with Bluetooth
• Built-in lithium battery
• Rechargeable via solar power or hand crank power generator
• Digital tuner and display
• Receives AM/FM, SAME and NOAA signals
• Bright LED flashlight
• Red emergency beacon
• Huge ambient light with dimmer

Pros

• Easy to charge
• Can be used to recharge devices
• Digital tuner and display
• Receives AM/FM, SAME and NOAA signals
• Bright LED flashlight
• Red emergency beacon
• Huge ambient light with dimmer
• Commitment to preparedness

Cons

The only downside to the Eton Sidekick Ultimate Camping AM/FM/NOAA Radio is that it is not waterproof.

Verdict:

Verdict

The Midland ER210 Emergency Compact Crank Weather AM/FM Radio is an all-in-one device that provides multiple power sources, emergency flashlight, NOAA weather scan and alert, and smartphone/tablet charger. It is an ideal device for emergency situations or for those who are always on the go.

Specs:

Specs

• Multiple Power Sources: Solar Panel, Hand Crank, and Rechargeable 2000 mAh Battery
• SOS Emergency Flashlight
• NOAA Weather Scan + Alert
• Smartphone/Tablet Charger
• Large LCD Display

Pros:

Pros

• Multiple power sources allow for multiple recharging options
• SOS Emergency Flashlight brings peace of mind when travelling
• NOAA Weather Scan + Alert keeps you informed of upcoming weather changes
• Smartphone/Tablet Charger enables you to quickly charge your devices
• Large LCD Display is backlit and provides useful information

Cons:

Cons

The only downside to the Midland ER210 Emergency Compact Crank Weather AM/FM Radio is that it is limited to 25 hours of radio operation.

Verdict:

Verdict

The FosPower 2000mAh NOAA Emergency Weather Radio (Model A1) Portable Power Bank is a great choice for any emergency situation. With its 2000mAh power bank, 3 power sources, 2 light sources, NOAA emergency weather broadcast access, and limited lifetime warranty, this emergency radio will provide you and your loved ones with the power and protection you need.

Specs:

Specs

• 2000mAh Power Bank
• 3 Power Sources (Crank Lever, Solar Panel, AAA Batteries)
• 2 Light Sources (4 LED Reading Light, 1W Flashlight)
• NOAA Emergency Weather Broadcast Access
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

Pros:

Pros

• Keeps devices powered with 2000mAh power bank
• 3 power sources for recharging the radio
• 2 light sources for emergency situations
• Access to NOAA emergency weather broadcast
• Limited lifetime warranty

Cons:

Cons

The main downside to this product is that it does not come with a rechargeable battery. This means that you will need to purchase AAA batteries separately.

Verdict: The Midland ER310 Emergency Crank Weather AM/FM Radio is a great choice for anyone looking for a radio that provides multiple power sources, along with emergency flashlight, NOAA weather scan and alert, and an ultrasonic dog whistle. It is a great option for emergency situations and for charging external devices.

Specs

Multiple Power Sources: Solar Panel, Hand Crank, & Rechargeable 2600 mAh Battery
Emergency Flashlight: SOS Flashlight Beacon with Morse code, 130 Lumens CREE LED
NOAA Weather Scan + Alert: Automatically scans for strongest weather channel to alert for severe weather
AM/FM Radio: Available
Charge External Devices: USB charging cable included
Ultrasonic Dog Whistle: Assist search and rescue teams in locating individuals during an emergency

Pros

• Multiple power sources for recharging
• Emergency flashlight with Morse code and CREE LED
• NOAA weather scan and alert
• AM/FM radio
• Charge external devices
• Ultrasonic dog whistle

Cons

• Batteries not included

Verdict

The Midland WR120B is an effective and reliable emergency weather alert radio. It is Public-alert certified and has a range of features, such as S.A.M.E. programming and 25-county memory system, that make it a great choice for those who want to be prepared for any type of weather emergency.

Specs

The Midland WR120B is a NOAA emergency weather alert radio with S.A.M.E. Localized Programming, trilingual display, 60+ emergency alerts, and an alarm clock. It is powered by three AA alkaline batteries and measures 6.0 x 1.5 x 5.0 inches (W x H x D). It comes with a 1-year warranty.

Pros

• Public-alert certified
• 7 NOAA channels with flood, tornado, thunderstorm, and other warnings
• S.A.M.E. alert programming
• 25-county memory system
• 90 dB siren, voice alert, and flashing LED warning systems
• Emergency power back-up
• Built-in clock with alarm and snooze
• 1-year warranty

Cons

• Batteries not included