Sangean MMR-88 AM/FM/Weather+Alert Emergency Radio
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About Sangean MMR-88 AM/FM/Weather+Alert Emergency Radio
Overall Feedback:
70% positive
75% liked the long-lasting battery life, while 25% experienced short battery life
The battery life is really good. It can be left on for a long time without being plugged in and charges really fast. The clock runs when not in use.
After 5 years of usage, I still get approximately 10 hours of charge from the battery, and it's still good.
The battery life is really bad and it dies within 2-3 days with minimal use on WX ALERT only. I tried several battery types but the result was the same.
The battery runs out in less than 8 months.
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72% praised for its rugged design, but 28% experienced broken parts
I liked the Sangean MMR-88 radio for its durability, sound and simple controls.
My first radio, a lunchbox 100, is still in good condition after 3.5 years of 5 times a week use.
I have dropped the weather radio multiple times and noticed no damage or issues.
After 9 months, the product failed to hold a charge, making it useless for me.
72% found the interface easy to use, while 28% found it confusing
The crank is easy to operate and serves as an alternative power source when needed.
The design is practical and ergonomic.
Setting the presets took a few minutes, but the other settings are instinctive and easy to set.
71% liked its compact and lightweight design
I love the portability of the radio and have used it in the garden and while camping. It can pick up radio stations in the middle of nowhere.
I bought the radio for its portability and rechargeable battery.
The MMR-88 is a great emergency portable radio to have on hand when conditions turn south.
74% praised for its strong signal reception
I find it easier to tune in to some stations by simply turning the radio a few degrees rather than using the telescoping antenna.
72% praised for its loud and clear sound
I was surprised by the excellent sound quality of the weather radio. It exceeded my expectations and I believe it would be even better with earphones, which I haven't tried yet.
The sound quality is good on its own, but it loses some quality when I select the BASS mode.
