Wind-up radios compared (UK)
Be Ready asks for a battery or wind-up FM radio. Here are three, with the bands and power options each one states.
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| Model | Bands and power (as listed) | Price | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duronic Wind-Up AM FM Radio with Solar Panel and USB Charging | AM and FM; wind-up, solar, USB | £26.40 read 1 Nov 2026 | EVAQ8 Shop |
| Elprico Wind Up Radio with DAB/FM Solar Charging 10000mAh Power Bank | DAB and FM; wind-up, solar, built-in power bank | £37.98 read 1 Nov 2026 | Amazon UK Shop |
| NEDIS Portable Emergency DAB+/FM Wind Up Radio with Solar Panel | DAB+ and FM; wind-up and solar | £64.63 read 1 Nov 2026 | Amazon UK Shop |
Who it's for
Where FM is good: the cheapest AM/FM model is enough.
If you use DAB: pick a DAB+ and FM model. Long wave has gone; FM and DAB carry the news.
How we judged
Bands and power options as the listing states them, and price. We haven't tested reception or how long each plays per minute of winding.
More in our wind-up radio guide.
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Sources
- GOV.UK Be Ready: power cuts (page, read 1 Nov 2026)
- CSH buy list: EVAQ8 and Amazon UK listings (page, read 1 Nov 2026)
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