from Colorado Springs, CO

What I Liked:
Small Size. I used it outside whle working. The radio didn't switch stations accidentally on me after getting bumped. It was easy to adjust volume. I liked that it came with an armband except the armband needs stretchy material to work better. I liked that it has a more standard jack for charging, so I can take one USB cable and charge up several of my devices. I bought an adapter so I can plug it into the wall. I think the sound quality is pretty good but I'm only listening to talking programs. The battery lasted a lot longer than the MP3 player I was using.

What I didn't like:
*This radio didn't work at lower temperatures. At 40 degrees or below I had to put it inside my jacket or it would just make a terrible noise and not tune in any station.
*The NPR HD2 station in my area isn't on all the time and I found it very difficult to tune in. HD1 had no issues but even though I'm in line of sight from the transmitting towers I had trouble tuning in HD2 unless I went to specific spots. After getting it tuned in it would stay on the station.
*It was somewhat difficult to set the presets and then sometimes it would set a new preset instead of switching to the next station when I was pushing the button.
*An MP3 player would be a bonus
*Only a 90 day warranty
*6 months into it and now I have no sound output. So it goes into the trash.

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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The radio works very well and is a good size.

on October 4, 2013

Posted by: Llewellyn

from Memphis, Tn

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This is my third Insignia radio. That is the only complaint. They seem to wear out fast. Obviously I like the radio or the ability to listen on public radio on HD or I wouldn't keep buying another radio.

My Best Buy number: 2851439480

What's great about it: I am able to listen to NPR on HD when I walk for exercise.

What's not so great: So far, everything is great

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Great for personal use

on January 28, 2014

Posted by: Noxoua

from Grand Rapids, Michigan

I got this on sale for $40 and decided to try this out. I owned portable radios for personal use in the past for a few years, they were great but didn't last long. This Insignia HD Radio has multiple analog and digital stations, which is a plus. Battery life averages a week of use on one charge, given 2-3 hours a day. Charging takes between 2-3 hours depending on battery level.

My Best Buy number: 7021272173

What's great about it: HD audio, clear sounds, easy to use

What's not so great: Durability, price

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Greatest Ever Owned

on January 31, 2014

Posted by: RMore1996

from Highland, NY

I have had this radio since September 2011 and I have used everyday. I walk two miles to work 5 days a week and use it to listen around my house and this is the greatest radio I've ever purchased. I haven't had a problem with this radio, even when I dropped it onto hard concrete. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a reliable portable radio. Two years, no problems, and I plan on getting at least two more years out of it.

What's great about it: Been Running Strong since Sep. 2011

I would recommend this to a friend!

Other Best Buy Products I Recommend

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Awesome for Sporting events.

on February 10, 2014

Posted by: MrSuit

from Cumberland, RI

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I wanted something to take to the Patriots Games that could get in the play by play without connecting via an app. This pc. of equipment was great. With the looking switch I can have it on for 10 hours without wording about charging it. Could not be happier.

My Best Buy number: 2815978581

What's great about it: Small enough for any pocket. And locks station.

What's not so great: Price is a little higher than I wanted to pay, but happy with the product.

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Great recption inside arenas

on February 14, 2014

Posted by: EThun

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Bought it to listen to the play by play at NBA games and found it receives great for the small size and holds a long charge on it's battery

My Best Buy number: 0548623006

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Rechargeable FM radio that's pocket sized!

on February 15, 2014

Posted by: UPSManDan

from Dallas, TX

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I used to have a Sanza Fuze that I used at work for FM radio. It died, a painful death. Using my phone for radio was annoying, due to spotty reception and frequent station announcements. I found this and couldn't be happier with it. The controls aren't that well marked and I generally only listen to one station (NPR) so it's not that big of an issue for me. The lithium ion batter is great, I can listen for 12 hours and still have enough juice to listen another day.

My Best Buy number: 0403671999

What's great about it: Reception

What's not so great: Controls are small, not well marked, hard to navigate

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Decent FM HD Portable Receiver

on July 9, 2014

Posted by: AdamFromNJ

from Washington, DC

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This pocket radio gets great reception at the ball game and the battery lasts forever. My last one (like so many others') died without warning (no sound). There are blogs on the web that describe the very technical soldering fix. If you buy this radio, also buy the extended warranty! I am betting you will need it. I exchanged my dead unit for a replacement at my local Best Buy without incident since I had the extended warranty.

My Best Buy number: 0327882129

What's great about it: HD reception at Washington Nationals Park during a game!

What's not so great: Has known defects that make it stop working without warning.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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