These 3 hand-cranked radios are affordable and offer extra features
The government wants you to 'Be Ready' with a radio, and these wind-up options won't make you dependent on batteries or mains power.
Three hand-cranked radios offer affordability and extra features for emergency preparedness. The Philips TAR1609/00, priced at £29.99, boasts 32 hours of listening time and multiple charging options, including USB-C, solar panel, and hand crank. It functions as a power bank, has a built-in torch and SOS alarm system, and looks like a retro camcorder.
The Mesqool DAB+/DAB/FM Wind Up Radio with 12,000mAh rechargeable battery, priced at $59, is a larger, chunkier option with a big hand crank, solar panel, and additional features like Bluetooth and a reading light. Lastly, the Midland ER100, priced around £50, has a reputation for reliability in survival equipment and includes a hand-crank, solar strip, and simple controls. The slightly larger and more feature-packed Midland ER310 is also available but at a higher price.
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