XHDATA D109WB Portable AM/FM/SW/LW/WB Weather Radio Shortwave Radio Receiver with NOAA Alert, Battery Operated Great Sound Wireless BT Mp3 Speaker, SOS Alert Alarm Clock Sleep Function

This radio is my first shortwave receiver. It’s very well made, and very capable. FM reception is really good. AM is also good. It also pulls in some interesting SW broadcasts. The weather band is a nice feature to have also. Speaker sounds nice for voice and music. The sound is even better with earbuds. It’s easy to pair with devices to use as a Bluetooth speaker. A few things could be improved: the instruction manual leaves something to be desired. The way that the buttons work and how they are labeled is not intuitive. It takes a bit of experimenting to learn how to use the radio’s features. Fortunately there are a number of YouTube videos on the D-109WB that demonstrate how it works. This seems to be a good radio- I recommend it.

This is a great radio for the price, the sound is very clear and even has a hint of bass. I tested it on all bands, and it's quite sensitive on FM, MW, and LW. However I found it to be somewhat less sensitive on SW. I didn't like the side tuning dial much which seemed cheap and plastic like with no real resistance while tuning. The dial is also quite short and difficult to operate. Tuning: While tuning (with the dial) the radio mutes the audio until you stop rotating the dial. It's not possible to find stations 'by ear' as with analog style radios. Design: Overall the design is solid but let down by the cheap side tuning dial. I also would wish for backlit buttons in order to operate the radio at darker conditions without needing a flashlight. I've reluctantly returned the radio foremost because of the dial and muted audio while tuning. Otherwise it's definitely a buy

Love the build quality of this radio and sound. I love the idea of using 18650 lion battery as the power source and the charging onboard along with Bluetooth options. All bands seem to work great, love the band width options for SW and AM listening. Lots of options on this radio at a great price. Now if we could get some company to step it up and build an all in one radio with light, SSB, Air band, 2 meter, and AUX port with the options of this radio. My coworker was so impressed with this radio, he wanted me to pick one up for him. Update 1, I put this in Bluetooth mode for over 10 hrs and it never dropped below 50% of the battery. The battery was fully charged. So very efficient on the battery. I was thinking about picking up a larger capacity battery as this comes stock with 2000 mha. And with 3500 mha would almost double its listening time without having to recharge.

From the moment I picked up the XHDATA D109WB, I could tell it was something special. Despite its relatively compact dimensions, this little radio delivers on ambition: AM, FM, SW, LW, NOAA weather band with alerts, Bluetooth, MP3/TF card playback, alarm clocks, SOS mode — and all wrapped in a solid, thoughtful design. Design & Features Right up front: this radio doesn’t skimp. The D109WB supports FM (64–108 MHz), AM/MW (522–1620 kHz), LW (153–513 kHz), SW (1711–29999 kHz), and NOAA weather channels (162.400–162.550 MHz) with alert capability. It also offers generous memory capacity: 100 presets each for FM, LW, MW and up to 300 for SW. The audio side is strong too: a 40 mm speaker with 5 W spec, 2 W output, plus TF (microSD) card support (up to 32 GB) and Bluetooth mode for use as a wireless speaker. In terms of build, it feels robust — buttons have good tactility, the tuning knob and volume wheel are responsive, and there’s a flip-out stand and rubber feet. The radio is powered by a rechargeable 18650 battery, with USB-C charging. he designers also included external antenna and headphone jacks, which opens up flexibility for listening setups. One particularly clever touch is variable-speed tuning: turn the knob slowly for fine 1 kHz (or equivalent) steps; turn it faster and it jumps in larger increments (e.g. 10 kHz on FM). That gives you both precision and convenience depending on how fast you want to scan. Also, a DX/Local switch helps tame overload when using external antennas or in strong signal areas. Performance & Reception My experience — and reports from other users — confirm this is not just a specs sheet radio: it performs. On FM, stations come in cleanly with surprising strength, often matching much pricier sets. The weather band/NOAA reception is also solid. On shortwave, performance is very good for a radio in this class: I was able to pick up distant SW stations and compare side-by-side with more expensive radios and find that, in many cases, the D109WB held its own. Some reviewers say it rivals or nearly matches a CCrane Skywave 2 in many signals. External antennas help further, although one must take care to manage overload (the DX/Local switch is useful here). Audio from the built-in speaker is surprisingly full and enjoyable for spoken programs or lighter music. In Bluetooth or TF card mode it becomes a quite respectable little media speaker. Battery life is also commendable: users report many hours of operation even with frequent use, and the radio holds charge impressively. Extras & Usability The extra features really push this over the top. The NOAA weather alert function is a standout — the radio can scan the weather frequencies and alert even when you’re not tuned exactly inline. The SOS alarm mode is a thoughtful inclusion for field or emergency use. Dual alarms, sleep timer, backlit display, key lock — these small touches enhance all-around usability. At its price point, the XHDATA D109WB delivers outstanding value. It’s not perfect — you won’t get SSB capability (so ham sidebands are out), and the manual could be more intuitive — but compared to what it offers, these are small compromises. Many reviewers call it a “sweet spot” device for price vs. performance. For casual listeners, emergency prep, travel, or as an introduction to multiband listening, it’s a very compelling choice. Highly recommended.

I will preface this with the fact that I personally use a C. Crane Skywave SSB 2 and absolutely love it (other than the tinny, low powered speaker and the MUCH higher price). I bought these XHDATA ones for some family members as they are reasonably priced and they just needed basic emergency radios. It's a nice little radio. Good battery life. It does use rechargeable batteries, not standard A, AA, AA, etc. You can find the batteries lots of place online and they are not expensive. The user interface is well laid out well and easy to figure out for a new user like my family members. I've had SW radios for decades just for fun so I'm more familiar, but everyone was able to figure these XHDATA ones out quickly. The downsides are the signal pickup is not great. Even buying their external reel antenna it isn't anywhere near my C Crane with just the built in antenna. Heck, it isn't even close to my 30+ old Radio Shack analog one. The speaker isn't as tinny as the C Crane, but it's still pretty awful. Tinny. Weak. Just no range. There are so many good, low cost, small, low power speaker options here in the 2020s vs. the ancient tiny magnetic cones that just don't reproduce sound well these manufacturers keep using.

Ótimo rádio não é muito simples de operar mas com o tempo fica fácil, a pilha dura bem e carrega rápido. Estou muito satisfeito está me atendendo muito bem. O som dele pelo tamanho do alto falante é ótimo.

Radio petit prix et très performante

Super

This radio is a well-rounded performer with excellent reception, especially on MW (AM) and shortwave bands. FM reception holds up well too, making it a reliable all-band companion for everyday listening or travel. Sound quality is surprisingly good for its compact size, with a decent amount of bass and clarity. It includes two audio profiles—Music and Voice—which help fine-tune the sound depending on what you're listening to. While it doesn’t offer a full EQ, these modes provide a useful level of customization. The build feels solid and dependable. One of the most welcome upgrades over the previous version is the rubbery buttons, which offer a much better tactile feel and responsiveness. However, it would be great if the buttons were backlit, as using the radio in the dark can be challenging. The display is also a bit dim, which may affect visibility in bright conditions, though it remains usable. Pros: Excellent MW and shortwave reception Solid FM performance Clear, rich audio with Music/Voice modes Much-improved rubber buttons Sturdy and travel-friendly design Cons: Buttons are not backlit for dark use Display is a bit dim in bright lighting Only basic sound profiles (no full EQ) Verdict: Whether you're into shortwave listening or just want a capable, good-sounding portable radio, this one hits a sweet spot for performance, usability, and value. A thoughtful update over its predecessor, with practical improvements where they matter.

Manejo fácil e intuitivo. Muy buena calidad de audio y una sensibilidad muy buena. La duración de la batería es inmensa. Muy contento con el receptor.