Digital Radios DAB

Despite music streaming and the Internet, many people still enjoy listening to the radio. Digital radios are particularly popular, thanks to DAB / DAB + they ensure noise-free and crystal-clear playback, whether at home or on the go. Cableuniverse.co.uk presents the best DAB models up to 100 pounds.

 

The abbreviation DAB means “Digital Audio Broadcasting”. Thanks to digital transmission, the noise that is often known from FM transmitters is a thing of the past. This is how you get crystal clear sound.

 

In addition to DAB, there is also DAB +. The newer standard can compress the transmitted stations better and thus ensures a greater number of stations on the frequency band. Most digital radios use both standards, so customers don’t have to worry about them.

 

But what else does a digital radio have to be able to do except for receiving stations? Many models also offer internet radio, Bluetooth interfaces for smartphones, can be controlled via an app or have a built-in CD player. To make it easier for you to choose, we have selected the best offers, some of which are well below 100 pounds.

 

JBL Tuner Portable Digital Radio

 

 

The JBL tuner is a mobile all-rounder. It not only receives DAB / DAB + and FM programs, but also plays music via the Bluetooth connection. So music enjoyment is almost always guaranteed.

 

It does have a display that shows programs and relevant information, but this is quite small compared to the competition. With around eight hours of battery life, the endurance is decent, albeit significantly less than, for example, the popular JBL Bluetooth box JBL Flip 4. The housing is robust, but unfortunately offers no water protection. But it convinces with a simple, timeless design that doesn’t look like an old-fashioned radio. You can choose between black and white.

 

Overall, the small box convinces with its compact form factor and a weight of only 440 grams and is therefore also well suited for travel.

 

Benefits:

 

• Timeless, robust design
• Strong bass sound
• Audio input
• is also suitable as a bluetooth box

 

Disadvantage:

 

• Without headphone output
• No water protection
• Not a bargain

 

Technisat Digital Radio With CD Player, DAB+, FM

 

 

Those who like compact retro design will love the cuddly Technisat Viola 2. Weighing just 300 grams, the DAB / DAB + and FM receiver are among the lightest in our selection. In addition, it is also the cheapest.

 

For this you have to cut back on the equipment. Apart from a small information display and the practical headphone connection, there are no noteworthy extras. There is also no built-in rechargeable battery, so you have to rely on four AA batteries or on electricity. The Viola 2 is also available in a stereo version with two speakers, which then costs almost twice as much. If you like, you can also choose the mono version presented here with a large color display for around 12 euros extra.

 

Nevertheless: The basic version of the VIOLA 2 is an ideal device for everyone who wants to listen to the radio as cheaply as possible, be it when camping, at home in the bathroom, kitchen or children’s room.

 

Benefits:

 

• Nice, compact retro design
• Headphone input
• Attractively priced

 

Disadvantage:

 

• Without audio input
• No water protection
• No quality feel

 

Technisat Digital Radio DAB+

 

 

Anyone who picks up a few euros more receives a product “Made in Germany” from Technisat. The Digitradio 1 is a small piece of jewelry that you can get in particularly unusual designs with floral patterns and trendy colors from the 60s and 70s. But even in simple black or silver, the pocket radio cuts a fine figure with its compact dimensions of just 15.5 x 9.1 x 3.1 cm.

 

A high-contrast OLED display ensures excellent readability of the DAB / DAB + and FM radio stations. Technisat also focuses on quality when it comes to sound and supports the bass with an additional passive membrane. Sure, the tiny thing is still not a bass miracle, but in this price segment it is one of the best-sounding digital radios.

 

It’s nice that a replaceable battery is built in, which provides up to ten hours of operation without a socket. Overall, a very successful digital radio for on the go. It’s just a shame that it has no Bluetooth and is not protected from splashing water.

 

Benefits:

 

• Beautiful, high quality design
• Good sound
• Headphone output
• Replaceable battery

 

Disadvantage:

 

• No water protection
• Without bluetooth
• Without audio input

 

UEME Retro Digital Radio DAB DAB+ & FM Radio

 

 

If you are not only looking for a radio receiver, but also a beautiful design object for at home and on the go, you will find it here. As the name suggests, the UEME Retro looks out of time with its synthetic leather cover, shoulder strap and warm golden shimmering color accents. There is also a choice of three different artificial leather colors.

 

So retro on the outside and equipped with the latest technology on the inside. The UEME not only receives DAB / DAB +, but also FM stations and can even play music from the smartphone via Bluetooth. It is suitable as a cool Bluetooth box, as the sound is quite appealing. Music can also be enjoyed through headphones. Unfortunately, it does not have an analogue music input.

 

There is also no built-in rechargeable battery, so you have to access four AA batteries, which then last for around eight hours of music playback. Alternatively, it can be plugged into the socket. And when using it outdoors, you should note that there is no water protection. All in all a chic piece.

 

Benefits:

 

• Nice design
• Good sound
• Headphone output
• Is also suitable as a bluetooth box

 

Disadvantage:

 

• No water protection
• Battery not installed
• Without audio input

 

Ocean Digital Portable Internet Radio

 

 

Subtle optics and a lot of equipment for the money, that’s how you can summarize the Ocean Digital internet radio receiver. As the name suggests, the small device can not only play DAB / DAB + and FM radio, but also Internet radio stations.

 

It connects to the home network via WLAN and thus grants access to thousands of radio stations. If that’s not enough, you can also play your own music from your smartphone on the Ocean via Bluetooth. There is also an analog audio connection and headphone output.

 

A color display provides the most important information about the radio stations and music playback. Thanks to a built-in timer, it is also suitable as a radio alarm clock. Even a remote control is included. Neither a rechargeable battery nor battery operation are possible. You shouldn’t have too high demands on the sound either.

 

Benefits:

 

• Subtle look
• Very good equipment
• Headphone output, audio input
• Internet radio receiver
• Bluetooth and Wi-Fi available

 

Disadvantage:

 

• No water protection
• Battery operation not possible
• No sound primus

 

Panasonic RX-D70BTEG-K CD-Radio With DAB+

 

 

Behind the bulky name hides an all-in-one device from Panasonic that is much more than just a digital radio with DAB / DAB + and FM reception. Because there is even a CD player built in here for everyone who still has a large CD collection at home. There is a Bluetooth interface as well as a USB and AUX input on top.

 

Externally, the Panasonic is a bit ambiguous. You can like it for the restrained, completely black look or find the design a bit old-fashioned. It reminds us of the 1990s hi-fi era.

 

Although it is the largest device in comparison here, it can also be operated independently of electricity with six thick type D batteries. In addition to the easy-to-read display, the retractable handle is also very practical for transport. However, this is also important if you weigh more than two kilograms. But there is good sound on the ears, which can even be adjusted according to your own wishes.

 

Benefits:

 

• Excellent equipment
• Good sound
• Headphone output, USB and AUX input
• Bluetooth reception
• Battery operation possible

 

Disadvantage:

 

• No water protection
• Unsuitable for traveling because it is big and heavy
• No remote control

 

Sky Vision DAB 70 IR

 

 

Another prime radio is the sky vision DAB 70 IR. It masters DAB / DAB + and FM reception. In addition, it also plays over 25,000 radio stations from the Internet. To do this, it connects to the home network via Wi-Fi. It also has a headphone output and an analog audio input. Only a Bluetooth interface is missing for the perfect scope of equipment.

 

It is the only one of the devices presented here that can be controlled not only via the remote control supplied, but also via a smartphone app. So it doesn’t matter that there is only a small color display, because the reproduced content can also be viewed – and much more importantly – controlled on the smartphone.

 

On top of it there is a powerful sound from the minimalist black housing. It’s a shame that battery operation is not possible. But as a stationary device, the sky vision does a good job.

 

Benefits:

 

• Very good equipment
• Headphone output, audio input
• Internet radio thanks to Wi-Fi
• Remote control
• Also controllable via smartphone

 

Disadvantage:

 

• No water protection
• Without bluetooth reception
• Battery operation not possible