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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 68 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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87%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers regard the Desktop Weather Alert Radio very favorably, particularly praising its ease of use and reliable weather alert system. Many appreciate the customizable alert options and the clear, audible alerts. The radio's compact size and good reception are also frequently cited as positive aspects. Additionally, the inclusion of AM/FM radio functionality is a welcome bonus for many users.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Weather alerts

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very Good Weather Alert Radio

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Midland is easy to program with a large selection of weather alerts that can be customized. I could easily find a frequency with a NOAA broadcast that came in clearly. It was easy to set up. The FM radio reception is fine and it has dual alarm wake up. It also has a battery back up (requiring 4 AA batteries, not included). It has worked well, sending out alerts during some bad storms this summer. Definitely worth the investment especially with the tornadoes we've had this year.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Setup, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good emergency weather info

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    With battery backup this will keep you aware of severe weather in your area at all times. It was easy to set up and works well. It has sounded off a couple of times while I was asleep and it will wake you up to alert you even if you are asleep.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Reception, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    worthwhile purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had the simpler Midland alert unit for about 11 years. This one has potential for 2 alarms as well as fm and am radio station reception. I now awaken to classical music instead of a squaking beeper. Setting for two relevant county alerts seemed more straightforward. Costs more but worth it for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weather alerts

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Midland Weather Station

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Midland has manufactured a great weather station that gives warnings of weather disturbances. It is difficult to set up the county, state, etc. to get relevant information for your area, but once connected, the reports are timely, and very accurate. I highly recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Reception

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice weather radio

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very happy with the Midland weather radio. Easy to program,nice features, alerts are clear and reception has been great. Programmed it to give me my county alerts only. This radio does what it is supposed to do. Very nice design also.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    great radio

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    easy to use, loud and clear, right size, would definitely recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Setup, Weather alerts

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for heavy sleepers

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing! The alert went off in the middle of the night and everyone heard it. Another time during daylight when everyone was in the living room, it alerted and we were able to hear the alert sound. Easy set up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Reception

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Weather Alert Dependability

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quality product. Excellent reception. Dependable. It’s there when you need it the most. Battery backup ensures 100% coverage even when the power goes out. I trust this product to save lives.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A good weather radio

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is an excellent weather radio that can also receive AM and FM stations. We owned the older wr120, which is sometimes a bear to program since the menus aren't intuitive and the manual is confusing. This is a much more modern design, it is relatively easy to use. I gave it a 4 based on the fact that it still has a confusing manual but it is much better than the older models. As someone who has owned several Midland products, confusing menus seems to be a feature of that company's radios.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Setup

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Midland products continue to rate high

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very easy to set up the first time. Thankfully, haven't had any strong storms yet to see how it works!! However, if this unit operates like the previous one, we will be very happy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Weather Alerts

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Midland product is a high-quality weather alert radio. I have it sitting on my desktop, and it provides essential safety information from NOAA.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Programmable Happiness

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very effective weather radio! Unlike most other models on the market, this radio can be programmed for only the watches or warnings that are important to you. We live in a tornado belt so that is our prioity..flash floods,thunderstorms etc. Only create needless wake up alarms.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MidlandUSA
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      Thank you for your feedback, we love to hear it! MidlandUSA

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for unpredictable weather

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    With the way the weather is so unpredictable, everyone should have one of these. It really does the job and makes it easier to sleep at night, knowing you will be woken up should bad weather be heading your way. Well worth the price for added peace of mind.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great reception for weather alerts

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Did not have to use external antenna AM/FM radio works well. Small size fits anywhere.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good unit, loud and clear

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works fine once I got the unit set up properly. Instructions are the best. Overall, it works better than the last one I had.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Weather radio

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good radio , easy setup, I wish the antenna picks up better signal, take a while to get it right

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    nopper

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    alert radio great four money good sound set up was easy look good

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Top notch personal protection !!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Only had this emergency radio for two days when the first storm came through our area... ! The radio performed as advertised !!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    More bang for the buck

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to use and pretty accurate. Great features for the money compared to the competition.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Smart choice

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We wanted a SAME weather radio that was loud for emergenciesbut also allowed us to select which counties woild give us alerts so we were not kept up all nihht after storms had passed. This was a good choice and smart the little white midland have to have user interaction to play the alert and to stop the radio. This one starts the message automatically, plays through the alerts and then stops on its own. So we dont have to get up everytime it goes off.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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