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Eton Corporation Eton FR150 Microlink Radio

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★★★★☆
4.4

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★★★★☆
4.1

$31.99 - $39.95

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Pros

  • Good battery life (2)
  • Nice sound (2)
  • Simple controls (2)
  • Clear reception (1)
  • Consistent performance (1)
  • Durable (1)
  • Easy to power (1)
  • Good length (1)
  • Handy size (1)
  • Lightweight (1)
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Cons

  • No compass (1)
  • No mp3 input (1)
  • No noaa auto weather warn (1)
  • No siren (1)
  • No thermometer (1)

Best Uses

  • Everyday (2)
  • Home use (2)
  • Travel (2)
  • 24hr gov't noaa weather (1)
  • Camper (1)
  • Campingbackpacking (1)
  • Emergency use (1)
  • Power outages (1)
 
 
 

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Last update: May 27, 2009

Eton Corporation Eton FR150 Microlink Radio Reviews

 

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[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Eton Corporation Eton FR150 Microlink Radio Review

This radio is a must have for EVERYONE

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy Controls
  • Good Sound
  • Lightweight
  • Long Battery Life
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    Cons

  • No
  • No Compass
  • No MP3 input
  • No NOAA auto weather warn
  • No Siren
  • More »

    Best Uses

  • 24hr Gov't NOAA Weather
  • Daily Use
  • Emergency Use
  • Home Use
  • Travel
 

"This radio is a "must have" for everyone in the United States, especially if you live in areas subject to disasters like California earthquakes and flooding regions. Here is a real life example of why: Last summer, I was working in an 80+ story high-rise in downtown LA when an earthquake struck an …"  Read Full Review »

"It's cute," all the women say when they see it.

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Fits in the palm of your hand

Fits in the palm of your hand
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Dec 24 2008
REI-Esq
Santa Monica, CA
I am:
  • Frequent Traveler
  • Gearhead
  • Practical
  • Professional
  • Very discerning shopper
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[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Eton Corporation Eton FR150 Microlink Radio Review

Great Tool! A must have in emergencies!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy Controls
  • Easy to Power
  • Good Sound
  • Long Battery Life

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • CampingBackpacking
  • Daily Use
  • Home Use
 

"I saw this in the store and realized I had been wanting something exactly like it for a while. My wife got it for me for Christmas. Since then I've listened to it everyday (several times a day) for weather updates. I like the outdoors so this thing is immensely handy for checking the weather for …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Jan 7 2009
The A Machine
Glenside, PA
I am:
  • Gearhead
  • Student
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Eton Corporation Eton FR150 Microlink Radio Review

so far, so good

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Clear reception
  • Handy size
  • Well built

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Camper
  • Power outages
  • Travel
 

"After my son was w/o electricity for 4 days because of an ice storm, I decided to get an emergency radio for every member of my family. After researching, this seemed to be the best radio for the money, so I ordered 4 and I've been pleasantly surprised by the quality in such a small package. Recep …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Apr 23 2009
prepared
Southeast Iowa
I am:
  • Casual User
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Eton Corporation Eton FR150 Microlink Radio Review

Great radio but consider the FR160

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Performance
  • Good Length
  • Rugged
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"A great radio but if you want to charge your cell phone be sure that the correct connector is available. For instance, they do not have a connector for the iPhone. The new FR160 has a standard USB output for charging so if you have an iPhone or other phone that charges using a standard USB connector …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Apr 12 2009
acestor
Winchester, VA
I am:
  • Enthusiast
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Eton Corporation Eton FR150 Microlink Radio Review

emergency radio

★★★★★
5.0

"compact and easy to use. On a sunny day, cranking is not needed, but the crank allows operation in any weather conditions. Haven't tried the light. I bought it as an emergency radio and its compact size makes it easy to carry and store. It provides me with the contact I might need and I don't have t …"  Read Full Review »

May 27 2009
tiger47
Las Vegas, NV
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