Customers recognize the American Red Cross FRX3 Hand Turbine AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio as a reliable device for emergencies and outdoor activities. They appreciate its solar charging capabilities and user-friendly design. However, some users have expressed concerns about its battery life, particularly when using the radio extensively or charging a cell phone.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great gift for about anyone.
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Our son in law is in the military reserves. When he opened the gift, he was ecstatic. It has a lot of features which include a charger for a cell phone.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A beginning in emergency preparedness
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We searched hi and low for the product which fit our family needs in emergency preparedness. Great product. Definitely recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Radio
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For husband for father's day. Works great! Would recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Very practical and useful.
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Bought this in preparation of another super sandy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Solar charging
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So Happy To Own This
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I bought this for emergencies and its ease of use and ability to charge via good old fashioned sunshine. The only thing is that the cell phone charger does not fit any of our phones. Other than that, it's great for everything else. Glad I bought it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Solar charging
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
works great
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Out of the box was ready to go. Charges easily with sunlight and retains charge. Gets more radio stations than full size stereo system. Haven't had to use in emergency, but am confident will work with no problems.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Solar charging
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great for emergency situations
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Mainly purchased to have a means to charge electronic devices in the event of a power outage and to obtain weather reports.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Radio
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This will come in handy in power outages! Love it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great for power outage
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excellent product fast service was a great product
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great in any emergency
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I live this product and it does everything its suppose to do. I love the solar power option as we just place this in the window and have it sit there until needed. The only downside is there really isn't any instructions for this so its basically trial and error. I would recommend to a friend and purchase again if need be
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good for camping & power outages
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Got this radio for camping and for when power goes out at home. It is more durable than a previous Eton model I owned. I use this radio running off battery power, as it will only operate about 5 minutes from hand cranking for 90 secs.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Solar charging
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
It does what you need!
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I wanted a radio that was solar charged, could charge my phone and get NOAA/Marine Radio reception. Bottom line a great radio for the price.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Easy to use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great little device
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Awesome that I can charge my phone when the power is out and doesn't require batteries. Great for emergencies.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bought it for my storm shelter
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This is the best battery free radio that I have ever owned. With the ability to potentially charge cell phones or other devices it made its way to the front of my emergency shelter inventory. A little complicated but very well made and it works well.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding radio for power outages
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I got much more than an emergency power outage radio. I love the light and the fluorescent marker on the top, easy to find in the dark. I keep the radio on the bedside table. Audio quality is very good. Overall ergonomics are well thought out. I am completely satisfied, got more than I expected.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great little weather radio
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Great little weather radio. Purchased recently since we had no way to monitor any weather bands in our area. Like the feature that allows you to charge it long enough to hear the weather report and not really have to rely on batteries.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Easy to use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy to use and light to handle.
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Very happy we purchased this. It is so easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Good radio, but quickly drains batteries
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You can go through a lot of AAA batteries listening to the radio, and if you use the rechargeable battery option you'll need to recharge frequently.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great
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Great purchase. Like that it has a usb port and I can connect any device to charge it. Great thing to have in the car or when camping.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good emergency radio
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Overall good. Don't rely heavily to charge a phone