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RunningSnail Solar Crank NOAA Weather Radio for Emergency with AM FM Flashlight Reading Lamp and 2000mAh Power Bank
Last Updated: March 14, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
998
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
67
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PASS
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FM RADIO
LED
TYPE
2000 mAh
BATTERY CAPACITY
Yes
USB
Review Analysis - 931 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
FM
209fm, emergency, weather, flashlight, stations
+83%
-17%
" ... Like the options that this radio comes with. ... "
" ... This is a very Important part of this radio. ... Would be a great selling point for this radio. ... "
" ... Nice little radio. ... I was looking for a self powered radio for emergencies in this radio was a good choice. ... "
" ... This emergency radio is amazing! ... "
" ... Great little radio pickes up well . ... "
" ... Picks up weather, and several am and fm stations. ... "
" ... This Crank Radio is legit and hard to beat for the price! ... "
" ... Light works great and the radio channels, FM and AM. ... "
Charging
186solar, crank, solar panel, hand crank, flashlight
+79%
-21%
" ... Nice mini radio/flashlight/charger ... "
" ... The options for charging are amazing, the radio sound and volume are great, and the lights are bright and will be such a great bonus! ... "
" ... This is great because you can charge your cell phone and it has the solar panel. ... "
" ... We only have to test out the phone charging capabilities but so far very happy with this purchase. ... "
" ... The built-in battery lasts a long time and I love the option to charge devices using AAA batteries ... "
" ... It can be charged with solar power, crank, USB adaptor. ... "
" ... Since many of my neighbors are still waiting for power after 8 days, I can appreciate being able to charge the battery with a solar panel. ... "
" ... It actually is smaller than I thought and fits nicely on the window sill for charging. ... "
Battery Life
133solar, crank, aaa batteries, radio, hand crank
+77%
-23%
" ... Both radios charged well, lights and radio worked well the first week. ... I have rechargeable, solar lights. ... "
" ... works great although I tried to crank the handle 120 times in a minute (fast enough to charge it by hand) and i couldnt get that many rotations. ... "
" ... I keep it in the sunshine when I'm not using it and a good charge lasted over a day . ... Switching from AAA batteries to charged batteries is a benefit. ... "
" ... Well made and solid, 3 ways to charge the internal Lithium batteries, plus you can run on regular AAA batteries. ... "
" ... Haven't used it much to determine quality of battery life. ... "
" ... Very portable, good volume range and I really enjoy I can take it anywhere without the worry of batteries dying. ... "
" ... Sound is good and like the fact that it also takes AA batteries. ... Nice to be able to recharge phone also. ... "
" ... There haven't been any issues with the battery not holding a charge like on me last hand crank/solar unit and it seems plenty durable considering the few tumbles it's taken. ... "
Size
88compact, small, radio, smaller, bag
+98%
-2%
" ... I haven't used this in an emergency yet but was impressed enough with the compact size and ease of operation to purchase it as a christmas gift as well! ... "
" ... It is the perfect size for a bug-out bag. ... "
" ... I purchased this for my home survival bag. ... "
" ... Nice compact size. ... "
" ... It's small and lightweight . ... great in case you have to travel with it. ... "
" ... I love the size and how it feels. ... "
" ... It's also small and fits in my emergency drawer. ... "
" ... I love it, perfect size ,so useful ... "
Features
72light, feature, radio, reading light, flashlight
+93%
-7%
" ... The reading light is bright and lights up a large area. ... "
" ... All features are amazing except for 2 minor things. ... "
" ... Have not tried other functions yet. ... "
" ... The many features worked as expected ... "
" ... Flashlight, SOS and reading light all work well. ... "
" ... Got it in the mail and checked out all the features with it. ... "
" ... The reading light is also a plus! ... "
" ... This is a nice little unit with a good set of features, a kind of electronic Swiss Army Knife. ... "
Build Quality
65feels, radio, antenna, sturdy, crank
+48%
-52%
" ... It’s very small, no telescoping antenna, it just seems and feels cheaply made. ... "
" ... On the third crank, the handle broke. ... The handle for the crank turns on a small plastic spindle that was very fragile. ... "
" ... 3) The antenna pulled out of the radio and the metal connecting flange broke off., even though use has been minimal (once or twice a month). ... "
" ... I intently tried to protect antenna because I know they are usually tenuous antenna fell out after a week. ... "
" ... Of course no way to take it apart. ... It appears there's screws but no, theyre like permanent rivets. ... "
" ... Maybe it's broken. ... "
" ... He had it for about a month when the antenna fell off. ... "
" ... Main reason for giving it 2 stars is that the reading light broke within 5 seconds of using it. ... "
Sound Quality
64sound quality, loud, flashlight, crank, weather
+91%
-9%
" ... - Sound quality is good. ... "
" ... It is small and light enough to carry in a backpack, the radio has very good sound quality and the solar and crank features are great for when they'll be out on a trail or remote camping where there is no electricity. ... "
" ... The reception and sound quality is pretty good, and the 2 lights are plenty bright. ... "
" ... Great product works awesome I love the radio sounds great the only problem I found with it was it did not operate with batteries like it says it does it worked with the internal battery it comes with.you charge it with your cell phone charger or the charger it comes with . ... "
" ... Speaker is actually pretty good for what the device is meant to do. ... "
" ... Great little radio, has good sound and the battery life is great. ... "
" ... Good audio and very good flashlight. ... "
" ... he was able to slowly crank it and still hear the radio station and weather reports. ... "
Price
60money, worth the money, radio, worth the price, value
+85%
-15%
" ... This is awesome for the price and works like a charm! ... "
" ... worth the price . ... "
" ... Very well built at a really good price range. ... "
" ... Definitely worth it! ... "
" ... Totally worth it! ... "
" ... Who could ask for anything more at the good price? ... "
" ... This is of course a minor point and I still consider this the best emergency radio on the market for the money. ... "
" ... It is well worth the price ... "
Product Reliability
49working, week, month, radio, stopped working
+37%
-63%
" ... This product did not work. ... "
" ... So, now I don't know what to do because it is out of Amazon's replacement period. ... "
" ... Not sure if I received a defective unit or what, but very dissatisfied with the purchase. ... "
" ... but it only lasted a couple of days then stop working. ... "
" ... like it was broken. ... "
" ... Every time I plugged it in this would happen. ... "
" ... The radio function stopped working! ... "
" ... Bought 8 months ago and listened to radios several times at home, It just died this week. ... "
For Travel
43radio, trip, trips, great for camping, hiking
+93%
-7%
" ... Great to have for going camping . ... "
" ... My husband wanted this type of radio for small trips. ... "
" ... nothing fancy, but does it right for when you need a radio and weather while camping and hiking. ... "
" ... I will recommend this product for not only the hurricane season but also for camping or long road travels. ... "
" ... I love it and will take it with me when I travel. ... "
" ... Fits in my small beach bag. ... "
" ... It's our camping radio, and worked great. ... "
" ... I keep this in my home but it would be very useful for hiking, camping or boating due to it's compact size. ... "
Marketplace
42thank, described, amazon, picture, works
+83%
-17%
" ... Thanks to the vendor for a worthy product! ... "
" ... is as described. ... "
" ... The item came when promised and is exactly as described. ... "
" ... worked exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Seems to work as advertised. ... "
" ... It's exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Good Thank you. ... "
Network
29signal, reception, broke, station, sos
+41%
-59%
" ... The low FM band signal is very week. ... I had to clip a two foot wire to the antenna to any signal. ... "
" ... The antenna, poor to start with, is also not solidly installed and appears to have become intermittently ineffective. ... "
" ... And the SOS signal?? ... "
" ... The antenna is flimsy and won't stay up. ... "
" ... Antennae broke first time we pulled it out. ... "
" ... Antenna fell off a few weeks ago. ... "
" ... The antenna is cheap. ... "
" ... Antenna broke after one week. ... "
Volume
27volume, radio, sos, siren, alarm
+41%
-59%
" ... In a crime situation would that be a godsend--I think it would even disconcert a criminal as it is so loud. ... "
" ... Plus it didn't offer much range on volume for the radio, low to medium. ... The alarm part was loud though. ... "
" ... The on/off volume dial broke so can't use it. ... "
" ... On both radios you have to wiggle and turn the switch to get volume, and it may be too loud or soft for your needs. ... "
" ... The volume on the radio is pretty loud. ... "
" ... It's a noise similar to a car alarm, and loud enough to startle me and my cat. ... "
" ... several attempts will be required to gain control of the volume. ... "
" ... Then I tried the crank. ... "
Returns
26returned, replacement, refund, sent, returning
+4%
-96%
" ... Going to be contacting the vendor for my money back. ... "
" ... I returned it poor quality :( ... "
" ... I found it very difficult to use but didn't test before return window so can't return. ... "
" ... Returned for a refund. ... "
" ... I’m returning it ... "
" ... I really should have returned it. ... "
" ... Too much hassle to return. ... "
" ... I wish I had returned it immediately. ... "
Capacity
25radio, area, hurricane, signal, rico
+96%
-4%
" ... I use it all the time when I'm doing housework, yard work, or garage work. ... "
" ... I bought 5 after huracaine Maria and Bebe them to my family members. ... "
" ... I was able to receive our local radio station loud and clear even though the signal here is weak. ... "
" ... gets local radio in my house, charges up nice. ... "
" ... Got this for our emergency kit at home. ... "
" ... Perfect radio, perfect size, for after hurricane affected areas. ... "
" ... We've had to use this several times as the power goes out in our apartment building all the time. ... "
" ... Strong radio signal. ... "
Ease of Use
24easy to use, instructions, use, small, radio
+83%
-17%
" ... very handy and easy to use ... "
" ... Compact, many functions, easy to use ... "
" ... I get decent reception, and it's easy to crank up. ... "
" ... This radio is easy to use, it took me about 5 minutes to figure out all the tools on it and that was without reading the directions. ... "
" ... The instructions are easy to understand and it worked right out of the box. ... "
" ... Simple to use. ... "
" ... The build is solid,a very easy to use crank ... "
" ... This radio is small, fits in one hand, is lightweight, and easy to use. ... "
Product As Described
24described, picture, works, works as described, work
+96%
-4%
" ... looks larger in picture ... "
" ... It is exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Great just as described ... "
" ... its even better than I expected . ... "
" ... It has everything as advertised. ... "
" ... Item as described ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... It's exactly as advertised. ... "
Fit
24fell, antenna, stay, small, radio
+46%
-54%
" ... this screw fell off from the li-ion battery compartment cap. ... used a small screwdriver and gently tried to put the screw back but it has been stripped. ... "
" ... The rubber cap fell off on day three. ... "
" ... Wasn't long before crank handle grip fell off . ... "
" ... Just recently the replacement antenna fell off. ... "
" ... The antenna is a little loose & may fall forward or back when you hold it up, but when I put it back inside, it did not affect the reception. ... "
" ... antenna wanted to fall out on first pull . ... "
" ... It appears there's screws but no, theyre like permanent rivets. ... "
" ... Something was loose or out of place. ... "
As Gift
23bought, christmas, gifts, christmas gifts, loved
+96%
-4%
" ... I purchased this as a gift for my husband and he LOVES it! ... "
" ... I gave this as a birthday gift to a buddy at work who lives on a boat. ... Needless to say, he was VERY happy with his gift! ... "
" ... I am goi g to order 2 more as gifts. ... "
" ... Will be purchasing a few more as holiday gifts. ... "
" ... It was a gift and it was liked. ... "
" ... Bought one as a gift. ... "
" ... Plan to give some as gifts. ... "
" ... I bought second as a gift for parents. ... "
Comfort
20crank, feels, cranking, strap, size
+75%
-25%
" ... Always good to have on hand! ... "
" ... hand tuned radio works and sounds great. ... "
" ... The feel is very soft. ... "
" ... Crank feels solid and has a 9v rechargeable inside. ... "
" ... The hand crank is balanced and easy to use for a few minutes at a time. ... "
" ... It's compact (fits in the palm of my hand) and cute (yes, I'm a girl! ... "
" ... I love the size and how it feels. ... "
" ... hope to never NEED it again but looks like a good product to have on hand ... "
Controls
18tuning, dial, volume, turn, station
+28%
-72%
" ... In particular, the on/off/volume control switch has become unreliable, in that there may or not be any volume `wh1en the radio is turned on. ... On both radios you have to wiggle and turn the switch to get volume, and it may be too loud or soft for your needs. ... "
" ... In fact, in order to turn the tuning dial you need to hold the radio . ... "
" ... The volume/on-off button fails to operate the volume making it possible to turn the radio on but without an audible output ... several attempts will be required to gain control of the volume. ... "
" ... The volume button got extremely loose in a short space of time, so I had to constantly play with the volume button because it got either inaudible or very loud with a minute turn of the button. ... "
" ... Had difficulty adjusting dial to bring in a radio station & the dial does not match where the radio channel should be. ... "
" ... Paired with an analog dial type tuning readout, you're going to have a very hard time getting to the correct frequency. ... "
" ... The dials are a bit hard to turn, and may be a challenge for someone with arthritus or bigger fingers. ... "
" ... The on/off volume dial broke so can't use it. ... "
Delivery
18arrived, fast, delivery, received, opened
+100%
" ... When it arrived, I liked it so much I bought one for myself. ... "
" ... I arrived within two days and after testing it, everything works well. ... "
" ... Shipping was very fast ... "
" ... Fast delivery, worked as expected. ... "
" ... It does so much in such a tiny package. ... "
" ... Worked right out of the box. ... "
" ... Product received as advertised ... "
" ... Got the item as described. ... "
Design
18looks, look, cute, size, seems
+78%
-22%
" ... The feel is very soft. ... "
" ... I love the green color, and it’s just so well designed. ... "
" ... Upon initial look at this, it seems well built. ... "
" ... - The solar panel doesn't look chinsy or fragile. ... "
" ... It's a pretty neat little gadget :) ... "
" ... It looks and feels good. ... "
" ... Good build quality and design. ... "
" ... Oh, well, I think it's a great design but then made in China on the cheap. ... "
Ports
16port, usb cable, radio, charging, charge
+56%
-44%
" ... I love the 4 different power sources as well as the 2 lights and the cell phone charging port. ... "
" ... Charged it with both the hand crank and my computer USB port. ... "
" ... Works well and I like the fact that it has the USB port. ... "
" ... Comes with a usb cable and the radio and flash light worked merely after a couple of cranks. ... "
" ... The hand crank is the best feature of this device on how you can power the unit itself, or power other devices via the usb ports. ... "
" ... Love the ability to charge iPhone etc from a USB port. ... "
" ... Also, it comes with a 12 inch charging USB cable with a standard mini usb connector. ... "
" ... The only thing I haven't try is to charge my cellphone, but Im happy it comes with a USB cable to connect for android phones and also a Lightning plug for iPhone (yay!!). ... "
Power Consumption
15sources, outages, outage, electricity, source
+100%
" ... Multiple power sources are a real plus. ... "
" ... Good for power outages ... "
" ... Especially the 4 energy sources ... "
" ... Power-packed device that really works. ... "
" ... It will be used for power outages and hopefully will never need to use it! ... "
" ... I bought this as a gift for my son who was going to be in parts of Canada where lack of access to electricity might become an issue. ... "
" ... It's generally OK, but the power bank function is the least energy-efficient I've seen by far. ... Other than the power bank function it's pretty neat. ... "
" ... Like the power source options. ... "
Display Clarity
15solar, led, bright, reading light, light
+93%
-7%
" ... I really like that there is a little reading light under the solar panel. ... "
" ... It has a reader light behind the solar panel. ... "
" ... This looks like a half watt panel, maybe less . ... "
" ... The secondary light is right below the solar panels and came be simply turned on by lifting the panel up and can be used as a map light. ... "
" ... - The solar panel doesn't look chinsy or fragile. ... "
" ... The only thing is when you tilt up the solar panel, there's an LED light under it. ... Very bright and useful, but you can't tilt the solar panels to get better light for charging w/o the LED turning on! ... "
" ... flashlight and very bright lite when solar panel is lifted . ... "
" ... The design of the tiny solar panel is really nice and protective when not in use. ... "
Freebies
13emergency, preparedness, hurricane, great addition, tool
+100%
" ... This is a great addition to our survival kit. ... "
" ... Great addition to my emergency kit ... "
" ... This is the most important tool in my hurricane/disaster kit! ... "
" ... Always have an emergency kit handy, and this is an essential tool to keep with you. ... "
" ... This is a must for any emergency kit. ... "
" ... This is for my emergency preparedness kit. ... "
" ... great addition to my preparedness kit ... "
" ... I recommend this for anyone's emergency kit, or travel kit. ... "
For Running
12running, radio, thank, run, job
+100%
" ... I'm so excited to do all of those things with the running snail. ... "
" ... During the test run it did a great job! ... "
" ... Had this for a month now and use it daily while in my garage exercising. ... "
" ... Thank you, Running Snail! ... "
" ... I would greatly appreciate it if someone from Running Snail would contact us. ... "
" ... The Running Snail was so much help and comfort during Hurricane Irma. ... "
" ... All I can say is thank you Running Snail. ... "
" ... Running Snail radio is well built quality. ... "
Storage
12small, bug out bag, bag, fits, survival
+92%
-8%
" ... It fits into a backpack without adding excessive weight or taking up too much space. ... "
" ... I purchased this for my home survival bag. ... "
" ... Good size can fit in any backpack. ... "
" ... Perfect for a small bug-out-bag or survival kit ... "
" ... Going in bug out bag. ... "
" ... It is small enough that it can fit in my glove compartment. ... "
" ... It's a handy addition to my work station as it takes up so little space and if the power goes out again, I'll feel smug about being prepared. ... "
" ... It is the perfect size for a bug-out bag. ... "
For Kids
8daughter, son, purchased, one, kid
+100%
" ... Bought two of these for Christmas gifts for my kids. ... I'm sure my kids will appreciate these emergency radios. ... "
" ... I purchased this for my 12 year old grandson for Christmas and he is thrilled with it! ... "
" ... I also wanted something that would help him, my daughter and kids in case they were ever stranded. ... "
" ... I actually used mine and loved it so much I sent one to my daughter. ... "
" ... Even my gadget crazy son was impressed. ... "
" ... grandkids thought it was cool ... "
" ... Now all my kids want their own. ... "
" ... Purchased for my Son and Daughter-in-Law who live on the Gulf Coast of Florida. ... "
Color
8love the green, nice, good, device, seen
+100%
" ... I love the green color, and it’s just so well designed. ... "
" ... I also like the green color and the size of the device. ... "
" ... And I love the green color . ... "
" ... Good value and great color. ... "
" ... Color is awesome, nice little device. ... "
" ... And honestly I really love the green color! ... "
" ... Very pleased but I do wish there were other colors to choose from. ... "
Band
8weather, get, strap, fell, apart
+50%
-50%
" ... weather band didn’t work . ... "
" ... The rubber cap fell off on day three. ... "
Device Compatibility
8one, iphone, devices, adapter, phone
+88%
-13%
" ... I had one of these devices by a different company and when I received it and checked it to ensure it worked, I soon wanted it for myself. ... "
" ... They also provide with adapter for IPhone. ... "
" ... Terrific multi purpose device ... "
" ... Even an I-phone ... "
" ... It comes with an iPhone adapter too. ... "
" ... Great little device. ... "
Clock
7sos, weather, red light, wake, radio
+29%
-71%
" ... I did like the two different lights and the SOS alarm on it, but without a working radio just wasn't worth it. ... The alarm part was loud though. ... "
" ... This is very dangerous for people that think this will wake them up/alert them if a tornado other life threatening weather is headed there way. ... "
" ... The switch that controls the alarm broke off-- while the alarm was going off! ... "
" ... Red light and SOS alarm do not function. ... "
" ... And the red light for the alarm also does not work. ... "
Overall performance
7snail, running, run, months
+100%
" ... During the test run it did a great job! ... "
" ... Very good job, at least initially, Running Snail! ... "
" ... Have been testing it for 4 months now, and I am pleased with overall performance. ... "
" ... I love it it’s small and does the job. ... "
" ... I don't try to turn it as fast as possible but maintain a steady speed while turning. ... "
" ... Should get the job done! ... "
Night Photography
7reading, flashlight, bright, also, well
+100%
" ... 2 Lights (read or area light + focusing flashlight) ... "
" ... Very well made but I wish the flash light was brighter. ... "
" ... The flashlight and light are really bright. ... "
" ... Decent LED light. ... "
" ... I enjoy the little reading light ... "
" ... Reading light is very bright! ... "
" ... The reading light is also a plus! ... "
Defective Delivery
6sure, received, product, opened, got
-100%
" ... I am not sure if I received a defective product or this is just true for all. ... "
" ... Not sure if I received a defective unit or what, but very dissatisfied with the purchase. ... "
" ... Product came defective. ... "
" ... I guess I got a lemon. ... "
" ... like it was broken. ... "
Setup
5easy, understand, use
+80%
-20%
" ... - The instructions were clear and easy to understand. ... "
" ... The instructions are easy to understand and it worked right out of the box. ... "
" ... Again, easy straightforward operation, but falls down on actual use. ... "
" ... I would recommend to add this product to any modern emergency setup. ... "
Software Platform
4weather, situation, needed
+100%
" ... This was great when we lost power recently during tornado warnings and needed updates. ... "
" ... I bought it for severe weather updates but I love all the extras that come with it not to mention that there are several ways to charge it up. ... "
" ... As the storm raged outside, this radio provided clear and sorely needed updates. ... "
" ... related searches gave me other types to look at. ... "
Cables
4usb, cords, cord, charger, adapter
+75%
-25%
" ... Rely on a real charger cable for ios. ... "
" ... We don't have the greatest cable weather Channel, so this radio is just what we need for major storms . ... "
Flash
4flash, well, work
+100%
" ... Very well made but I wish the flash light was brighter. ... "
" ... great flash light works well ... "
" ... LED light is more powerful than some flash lights. ... "
" ... The flash light is bright and easy to operate. ... "
Water Resistance
4resistant, radio, item, beach
+75%
-25%
" ... best little item for my emergency kit, I may even use the radio by the pool. ... "
" ... This is a compact radio <about the size of a 17 oz water bottle> and seems to be water resistant. ... "
" ... to the beach, on bike rides and while we are picnicking! ... "
For Fun
3radio, gift
+100%
" ... Works well, is good to have, and fun to use. ... "
Headphones
3radio, headphone, ear
-100%
" ... The only and I mean, THE ONLY drawback to this radio is that it has no earphone or headphone jack. ... "
" ... Also, the radio has no head phone jack. ... "
" ... I wish it had a headphone jack. ... "
Weight
3light, seems, compact
+67%
-33%
" ... It is compact and light weight yet it seems to be durable. ... "
" ... Seems high quality, and light weight. ... "
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Specifications
Battery
Battery Capacity: 2000 mAh
Connectivity
FM Radio: Yes
USB: Yes
Number of USB ports: 3
Display
Type: LED