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Can anyone recommend a very basic radio for BBC stations?

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Rainydayradio32 · 27/09/2026 22:39

I'm looking for a radio with very basic settings.

I don't know if such a radio exists now. I enjoy the bbc radio channels and don't want the faff of a lot of settings. Any recommendations please?

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BanishJanuaryblues · 28/09/2026 02:43

I used to be in search of a basic radio for the same reason, then I discovered that I can just use the BBC Sounds app on a tablet or mobile phone. I find it very easy to use to listen to live BBC radio, lots of stations available.

Lavendersong · 28/09/2026 03:46

I use BBC sounds usually but I just bought a basic radio for emergencies and camping that winds up as well as using batteries and solar power etc and it has great reception. It’s a Mesqool from Amazon. The one with auto tuning not hand dials. I find hand dials too fiddly and frustrating. It sounds great and I’ve been using it a lot at home because it’s handy and I can charge it up or plug it in.

dizzydizzydizzy · 28/09/2026 03:48

Alexa is great for this.

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