The best radios to shop this year

A wind-up radio is absolutely incredible - it really is the perfect gadget for emergency situations, or when staying away from a power outlet, for it can be powered by winding it up as well as through solar power. The DEGEN DE13 Cranked Solar FM AM SW Receiver features a high-quality radio system, three flashlight settings, a mobile phone charging port, an earphone jack, and an external adapter. Plus, with the antenna, you can get enhanced reception wherever you're exploring.

Customer review: "I'd been wanting to get a wind up radio for ages, and finally decided upon this one. Having had it for a couple of weeks, I finally got the chance to give it a 'proper' test today, as I was unable to listen to my online radio during an internet outage. Such an easy-to-use radio — it has very straightforward instructions, and the unit is very chunky and sturdy. There are several charging options — solar power, mechanical winding, charging via cable or regular batteries. The sound quality is excellent — it is easy to find stations and the reception is great; I used it out in the garden and in the kitchen for several hours with no problems. I would say that it has even better reception than my old DAB radio, to be honest! I intend to use it regularly now, to maintain the battery and make sure it works during a real emergency. Highly recommended."

Pure's Evoke H4 is one of our favourites. While it is slightly more expensive when compared to other options, the build quality, sound and features soon make up for the price. The real wooden casing helps to provide rich, warm, and vibrant audio, while the FM, DAB, and DAB+ coverage give plenty of listening choices - there are 40 presets already good to go. Bluetooth allows for wireless playback from a mobile device, and with the alarm is the perfect kitchen and sleep timer. The full-colour screen is clear and easy to read, and navigation is simple thanks to the simple button layout. The Evoke H4 can be made portable with the purchase of a rechargeable Pure ChargePAK F1 battery.

Customer review: "A really good buy; the radio is fairly compact, but it manages to pish a beautiful sound. I would say the sound quality is better than an Alexa. The morning alarm which I set to a station starts fairly quiet then the sound builds (to whatever level you preset). The snooze handle is effective. Easy to tune, and good info on the display panel. Love it."

Having a bedside light, radio and clock in one is incredibly useful for saving space on your bedside table, and the Lumie Bodyclock Luxe will ensure you have the calmest wake-ups and bedtimes. Lumie is the light therapy specialist, and so with their gradual sunrise and sunset light, you can help to beat SAD and treat the winter blues. As well as being able to customise the lighting, the Bodyclock Luxe has high-quality Bluetooth speakers, DAB radio and alarm settings.

Customer review: 2I am using the product for nearly two years, bought it when I realised that I have SAD, and helped a lot with waking up early morning refreshed. It is an expensive item, but it is worth it for my health. I can recommend it as a life changer. Setting it was a bit tricky, but I easily got the hang of it. I could feel whenever I left my phone charging over night in another room that I rested better, and waking up gently with birds chirping ( it is my favourite setting, there are plenty of other options), with a sunrise leading to a nice start for a busy day."

With the JBL Tuner 2, you can listen to DAB/ DAB+/ FM radio stations and have the option to preset your five favourites - really easy to do with just the press of a button. It also comes with Bluetooth to play music from your smartphone or tablet and boasts up to 12 hours of playback. Unlike the others, this radio is rated IPX7, which means it's waterproof up to one metre submerged in water for up to 30 minutes - great for listening indoors and out and about as well as in the home.

Our review: "For such a compact, portable radio, I was surprised by the amazing volume capabilities and beautifully clear sound that came booming from this little machine. With soft-touch controls that are easy to operate and a really clear quick-start guide in the box, you can start enjoying your music as soon as possible. I found that my smartphone connected really quickly, something I can't say for other techs I've tried! It also has a line-in connection for wired playback, but this isn't included in the box. It's a fantastic radio for taking to the beach, on holiday, having by the pool or bathtub, or for the accident-prone!"

Roberts is a company known for creating radios of the highest quality, and the Revival RD70 adds to this reputation. The 1950s styling is excellent (and it's synthetic leather, so those looking to use fewer animal-based products will be happy). Right from the box, you'll note the impressive build quality, and the sound is lovely and warm. The Revival is highly functional, offering FM, DAB, and DAB+ radio stations and coming with Bluetooth, allowing a smartphone or tablet to link up for even more audio choices. The radio lets you save 10 FM and 10 DAB stations for quick navigation and has alarm and snooze functions.

Our review: "I don't know what I'd do without my Roberts radio, honestly. I love the retro look with the very modern technology that includes Wi-Fi enabled digital radio (so no scruffy noise from tuning) and the option to connect it to Bluetooth so I can connect it to my phone so I can play Spotify and listen to all my favourite podcasts. I've had it for five years now and I've not had any issues with it. It lives in my kitchen and survives anything, water splashes, mucky hands and I think it even got caught in a little bit of rain once. The only thing to be aware of is you need a little bit of patience to set it all up, but once you do you're set for life!"

Not only is the Bush Wooden DAB Radio super affordable, but it also has glowing reviews on Argos. Featuring a classic wooden cabinet design that'll seamlessly fit into your home, whether in the bedroom or living room, it has a clear LCD display and 20 preset stations. This makes it easy to find and switch between your favourite stations. Listen to DAB and FM, and it comes with a sleep function, too, so you can wake up or drift off to sleep to the sound of your chosen station. All for under £30!

Customer review: "Really lovely and small, just right for putting next to a bed as it has a sleep timer function. Very attractive in appearance and with amazing sound quality considering the size of it. Many channels obtainable and easy to navigate. Definitely a great purchase!"

The Robert Radio Play10 is a portable radio offering full FM/DAB/DAB+ coverage in a lightweight and portable shell. There is a headphone socket for personal listening and several presets for simple navigation. While the radio doesn't have the best sound quality on this list (mostly due to its size), it's more than enough to keep you company while you're out in the garden, on a picnic, or when on holiday.

Customer review: "I brought this for my elderly father-in-law. He's always had a radio next to him but his had broken.
Very few buttons which makes it much easier for him. I preset the three presets for him. He is so happy. Doesn't have to worry about tuning as it's all done. Only uses on/off and volume controls. So simple. Also sound quality is great.
I brought some headphones for him as well which he loves!"

The ultimate portable radio, featuring all the functions you could need at a size that'll slip into your pocket – weighing only 170g and measures in at H5.7 x W11.5 x D2.45cm. Sony's battery-powered radio covers FM, DAB, and DAB+ and can store up to 20 stations in its memory. You can listen from either the in-built speaker or via headphones. The battery will last up to 15 hours and is rechargeable too, so there's no fiddling around with individual battery cells.

Customer review: "This small Sony digital radio is very small but very powerful. I am very pleased with this product so far. Once charged which only takes a few hours it lasts for a couple of weeks as long as you only use it for a bit every morning in the bathroom."

With the same retro appeal as the Roberts Revival RD70, the iStream 3L brings this radio flying full force into the modern age. You not only get DAB+ and FM radio but also access to over 20,000 internet radio stations and thousands of podcasts. With built-in streaming from Spotify, Amazon Music and Deezer, you can stream your favourite playlists or stream directly from your smartphone with Bluetooth. The acoustically tuned wooden cabinet delivers a rich sound, and with a powerful processor, you can have the most enjoyable listening experience.

Customer review: "So thrilled with this amazing radio. LOVE LOVE LOVE the colour. Sound quality exceptional and very easy to set up. Well worth the money."