XHDATA D109 Portable Shortwave Radio Battery Operated AM FM SW LW World Band Radio DSP Good Reception with Great Sound Mp3 Speaker Wireless BT Alarm Clock Sleep Function TF Card Support

The media could not be loaded. For the price, this radio is tough to beat!To start off, the FM and AM commercial radio bands come in great with the stock antenna. The speaker definitely surprised me, never thought you could get that much bass and clarity in a unit this size. Stations near and far come in crystal clear, and there's more than enough memory locations to store the FM/AM stations I like.As for shortwave - it definitely outperformed my expectations! I am a ham radio operator so RF is not new to me, but this was my first experience with shortwave. I manually scanned the bands before realizing it was far easier to just hold down the [SW-] button for a couple seconds and let the radio do the work. It did take several minutes, but when it finally finished it had saved 162 stations to memory and went into VM mode so I could comb through each station. One was a station coming all the way from China! (attached, I think the radio was homesick!). After going through all 162 stations it was time to press [SW-] again and get new stations (propagation changes). Ended up with 140 the second time, there were a few of the same stations but most were new. Sadly I lost the Chinese station but did pick up a couple others from the UK and got BBC news yet again!Now keep this in mind - I was NOT using the stock antenna. I also bought the suggested 23' retractable antenna for $15 and hung it off a bridge. You may or may not have luck with the stock telescope antenna, but anyone who knows anything about radio will tell you not to use it for shortwave. You don't need to spend $15 on an external antenna, you can actually use 25' of copper speaker wire (or any other conductor) and just shove it in the antenna jack and get the wire in the air (tree, roof, whatever). You'll get the same results.I was equally impressed with the battery life. Out of the box it had just gotten down to one bar. By the time I finished several hours later it was at zero bars but still functioning. So I plugged it into my fully-charged USB battery I normally use to charge my phone and went to bed. I woke up to a fully-charged radio and it still left my USB battery at 80%. Needless to say this is a good radio to have if you're camping or in an emergency. Combined with a USB battery you'll have radio for days, if not weeks. Kudos!And not sure if anyone else noticed, but my favorite feature is the built-in thermometer. Just so you know, it's 72 degrees right now and yes it will display in Celsius. And no I'm not going to convert that for you because I don't have time and I actually paid for the item. If XHData wants to ship me free gear for reviews I'll happily describe the temperature in Colorado using both thermal measurement systems LOL.And, of course, the wish-list. XHData, if you can squeeze these gems into the D-110 and future iterations, I guarantee you a repeat customer right here:1. Single side band (SSB) support2. Ability to record to SD card3. Weather bands 162.XXX4. Air bandsBut as I said earlier, you're not going to beat this radio for the price. I'm glad I bought it and I look forward to frequent usage in the future. Awesome radio!

I recently purchased the XHDATA D109 Portable Shortwave Radio, and it has met my expectations at this price level, although it is not without its problems. As an avid shortwave radio listener and an outdoor enthusiast, this device has become an indispensable companion for me. Here are some of the key reasons why I believe the XHDATA D109 deserves your consideration:Excellent Reception: The radio's reception capabilities on shortwave are outstanding. On MW the reception is good. It has a wide frequency range and several AM bandwidth settings. Even in remote areas or challenging atmospheric conditions, the D109 manages to capture signals. It has enhanced my listening experience by delivering clear and low-distortion audio.Tuning is a bit quirky because the tuning knob is too shallow and difficult to hold onto. Also, the tuning rate starts off slow then jumps to a fast tuning rate. It would be much better to have a user-selectable tuning rate. Tuning through the panel arrow buttons tunes only at the slow rate.Bluetooth allows me to connect my phone to the radio and stream programs and podcasts. This feature seems to work well and solidly.Content can be played through the user-supplied microSD card, but the unit is unable to record to the microSD card.Compact and Portable: The compact design of the D109 makes it perfect for on-the-go use. It easily fits into my pocket or backpack without adding much weight. The durable build quality ensures that it can withstand the rigors of outdoor adventures. Whether I'm camping, hiking, or traveling, this radio is always ready to accompany me.User-Friendly Interface: The interface of the XHDATA D109 is intuitive and user-friendly. The buttons are well-placed, and the backlit LCD screen provides all the necessary information at a glance. Tuning in to different frequencies, adjusting volume levels, and navigating through various features is intuitive. Even for those new to shortwave radios, this device is easy to operate.Impressive Battery Life: The D109 boasts an impressive battery life that allows for prolonged usage without frequent recharging. On the supplied 2000 mAh battery, I have enjoyed hours of uninterrupted listening pleasure. This feature is especially crucial when I'm exploring remote areas where power outlets are scarce.The built-in speaker produces surprisingly good sound for its size and there is a stereo headphone jack. The radio also features a dual alarm clock function, and a sleep timer, making it a versatile device for various needs.Overall, the XHDATA D109 Portable Shortwave Radio has proven to be a good buy for any shortwave radio enthusiast or outdoor enthusiast. Its exceptional reception, compact design, user-friendly interface, long battery life, and additional features make it stand out among its competitors in this price range. I recommend this radio to anyone looking for a reliable and portable companion to explore the world of shortwave radio broadcasts.

Great multiband radio with many features.

Good Little Radio.