XHDATA D109 Portable Shortwave Radio Battery Operated AM FM SW LW World Band Radio DSP Good Reception with Great Sound Mp3 Speaker Wireless BT Alarm Clock Sleep Function TF Card Support

For the price, this radio is tough to beat! To start off, the FM and AM commercial radio bands come in great with the stock antenna. The speaker definitely surprised me, never thought you could get that much bass and clarity in a unit this size. Stations near and far come in crystal clear, and there's more than enough memory locations to store the FM/AM stations I like. As for shortwave - it definitely outperformed my expectations! I am a ham radio operator so RF is not new to me, but this was my first experience with shortwave. I manually scanned the bands before realizing it was far easier to just hold down the [SW-] button for a couple seconds and let the radio do the work. It did take several minutes, but when it finally finished it had saved 162 stations to memory and went into VM mode so I could comb through each station. One was a station coming all the way from China! (attached, I think the radio was homesick!). After going through all 162 stations it was time to press [SW-] again and get new stations (propagation changes). Ended up with 140 the second time, there were a few of the same stations but most were new. Sadly I lost the Chinese station but did pick up a couple others from the UK and got BBC news yet again! Now keep this in mind - I was NOT using the stock antenna. I also bought the suggested 23' retractable antenna for $15 and hung it off a bridge. You may or may not have luck with the stock telescope antenna, but anyone who knows anything about radio will tell you not to use it for shortwave. You don't need to spend $15 on an external antenna, you can actually use 25' of copper speaker wire (or any other conductor) and just shove it in the antenna jack and get the wire in the air (tree, roof, whatever). You'll get the same results. I was equally impressed with the battery life. Out of the box it had just gotten down to one bar. By the time I finished several hours later it was at zero bars but still functioning. So I plugged it into my fully-charged USB battery I normally use to charge my phone and went to bed. I woke up to a fully-charged radio and it still left my USB battery at 80%. Needless to say this is a good radio to have if you're camping or in an emergency. Combined with a USB battery you'll have radio for days, if not weeks. Kudos! And not sure if anyone else noticed, but my favorite feature is the built-in thermometer. Just so you know, it's 72 degrees right now and yes it will display in Celsius. And no I'm not going to convert that for you because I don't have time and I actually paid for the item. If XHData wants to ship me free gear for reviews I'll happily describe the temperature in Colorado using both thermal measurement systems LOL. And, of course, the wish-list. XHData, if you can squeeze these gems into the D-110 and future iterations, I guarantee you a repeat customer right here: 1. Single side band (SSB) support 2. Ability to record to SD card 3. Weather bands 162.XXX 4. Air bands But as I said earlier, you're not going to beat this radio for the price. I'm glad I bought it and I look forward to frequent usage in the future. Awesome radio!

After one day...will update later... I wanted a small AM/FM receiver that was small and still had good reception. I had two Sangean PR-D9W. Both failed within 6 weeks! The D109 is smaller than the Sangean and with similar AM/FM reception. I like the tuning and volume controls better too. It has "fast" and "slow" tuning on the dial. The analog volume level is much better than the stepped Sanngean that played too loud at the lowest setting. I have played with the Shortwave, and it seems on par with the Tecsun PL330, but I would let others be a better judge. Radio Jay Allen has a helpful review on his website. The sound is quite good for a small speaker. I'm listening to talk, jazz and classical and I think they all sound better than the Sangean. Rock will sound like it's on a small speaker. The sound from the D109 is flatter and crisper than the Sangean, which is fuller, but boomy in comparison. This radio comes with a standard rechargeable battery but no case. I'm fine with that at this price point. Assuming better reliability than the Sangean, the D109 is a winner! I don't know of any digital AM/FM receiver this good for the size and price. I do miss the simplicity of the Sangean controls, but it's worth the trade-off.

I recently purchased the XHDATA D109 Portable Shortwave Radio, and it has met my expectations at this price level, although it is not without its problems. As an avid shortwave radio listener and an outdoor enthusiast, this device has become an indispensable companion for me. Here are some of the key reasons why I believe the XHDATA D109 deserves your consideration: Excellent Reception: The radio's reception capabilities on shortwave are outstanding. On MW the reception is good. It has a wide frequency range and several AM bandwidth settings. Even in remote areas or challenging atmospheric conditions, the D109 manages to capture signals. It has enhanced my listening experience by delivering clear and low-distortion audio. Tuning is a bit quirky because the tuning knob is too shallow and difficult to hold onto. Also, the tuning rate starts off slow then jumps to a fast tuning rate. It would be much better to have a user-selectable tuning rate. Tuning through the panel arrow buttons tunes only at the slow rate. Bluetooth allows me to connect my phone to the radio and stream programs and podcasts. This feature seems to work well and solidly. Content can be played through the user-supplied microSD card, but the unit is unable to record to the microSD card. Compact and Portable: The compact design of the D109 makes it perfect for on-the-go use. It easily fits into my pocket or backpack without adding much weight. The durable build quality ensures that it can withstand the rigors of outdoor adventures. Whether I'm camping, hiking, or traveling, this radio is always ready to accompany me. User-Friendly Interface: The interface of the XHDATA D109 is intuitive and user-friendly. The buttons are well-placed, and the backlit LCD screen provides all the necessary information at a glance. Tuning in to different frequencies, adjusting volume levels, and navigating through various features is intuitive. Even for those new to shortwave radios, this device is easy to operate. Impressive Battery Life: The D109 boasts an impressive battery life that allows for prolonged usage without frequent recharging. On the supplied 2000 mAh battery, I have enjoyed hours of uninterrupted listening pleasure. This feature is especially crucial when I'm exploring remote areas where power outlets are scarce. The built-in speaker produces surprisingly good sound for its size and there is a stereo headphone jack. The radio also features a dual alarm clock function, and a sleep timer, making it a versatile device for various needs. Overall, the XHDATA D109 Portable Shortwave Radio has proven to be a good buy for any shortwave radio enthusiast or outdoor enthusiast. Its exceptional reception, compact design, user-friendly interface, long battery life, and additional features make it stand out among its competitors in this price range. I recommend this radio to anyone looking for a reliable and portable companion to explore the world of shortwave radio broadcasts.

I bought this because I was looking for a high quality travel radio and liked the added benefit of shortwave + Bluetooth and the ability to throw some of my old mp3s on a card in case I don't have reception for streaming service. First impressions are this is a great device. Really easy to set up and intuitive to learn for a novice. I watched some review videos to got a basic understanding. I saw some videos from pure shortwave enthusiasts that they don't see the potential for BT and MP3, but that added benefit had me hooked and I think it could bring more people to the hobby. I'm really impressed with the scanning functions and the sound is decent for such a small device with so much added functionality. It's also great you can add a larger capacity battery for extended play. Great first impression and super happy with my purchase! 1month update: I can't express how much joy this radio brings me. It's got me out of the algorithm. I'm finding new music on indie stations, listening to through provoking radio shows, finding cultural music I never knew existed, and trying to figure out the shortwave situation. I carry this thing everywhere, and seriously think it's my best purchase in many years!

The Xhdata D109 is a good radio when it comes to capabilities, You have Fm, Am, Sw, Lw. The Issue is not whats it capable of its the flaws in design. 1. The speaker is not very great, zero bass and volume is okay, but some files you had to turn up all the way, and hold up to your ear to be able to hear, its your basic radio speaker. 2. The electronics inside are just faulty, I used mine at least an hour a day for months. I had to Reset it at least once every week. Which meant (after I found something little enough to press the reset button) i had to reset the time and the temperature settings and location. Which sound simple but are not, I would have to consult the manual every time. I have had a few radios and non have crashed electronically like this has. 3. The shortwave function Is cool, which is the reason i bought it. But even after i paid for the XhData Antenna which is pretty cool. I could only get maybe 5 Shortwave channels that were clear enough to tell what was playing. 4. The stand on the back broke off after one tumble of 3 feet, I contacted the company, it had been a couple months after purchase, and they told me you could buy replacements on their website, for about 6 bucks I chose to just deal with it the way it was. Now the positives would be the Tf playback, you can rewind and fast forward that was nice. Also, as just an Fm radio with the Add on antenna, you could get quite a bit of stations, if you want this for just Fm here is your radio. Overall it has great capabilities, it just needs a more sturdy frame and better internals.

I Own This Model And A Panasonic RF-2400D. Both Are Decent Radios. Both Pick Up The Same FM/AM Stations. I Purchased This Unit For The SW And Bluetooth Functionality. Its Not A High End Radio, But It Is A Really Good Portable Radio For The Price. I Am Pleased With My Purchase. I Didn't Notice Much Audio Lag Using The Bluetooth Feature Watching YouTube Videos. You Can Also Use The Bluetooth Function To Receive SW Radio Via The Internet (Streaming From Your PC/Table/Phone Etc.) The TF Slot Works Great As Well. I'm Using A 64 GB Card, But You Must Format It Using exFAT File System. Future Improvements? I Would Like The Antenna To Be Longer And I Would Like A Bigger, Functionally Smoother Dialing Knob.

This model, and the D109WB (with NOAA bands), are nice radios with good sound, and the ability to play MP3s off an SD card, and connect to Bluetooth, is a nice touch. The value per dollar is high, especially if you're comparing this unit against the C.Crane Skywave, which is 2x the price for less features (and a much worse speaker). The Skywave line and this XHDATA model are the only currently (2024) available shortwave radios on the U.S. market in this form factor with NOAA, and that's not nothing. The original D109 is my go-to shortwave radio for a lot of situations and I couldn't be happier with it. But there's an Achilles heel that affects both the D109 and the D109WB: the battery. The included 3.7V (18650) 2000mAh removable battery is proprietary to XHDATA, and these units are incompatible with other (third-party) 18650 batteries. What's more, the replacement batteries sold by XHDATA on its website are OUT OF STOCK in the U.S. (verified with XHDATA in April 2024) which effectively makes the original 3.7V (18650) 2000mAh battery irreplaceable. SO these radios only work with XHDATA's proprietary battery, you can't use anything else, and replacement batteries cannot be acquired. Here's why that's such a big problem: the original battery is weak. I can barely get through a few hours of shortwave DXing before the damned radio needs recharged again. This situation could have been remedied by XHDATA including a higher-capacity battery "out of the box," but obviously, then, these radios wouldn't be so inexpensive. Or, alternatively, these radios could have been designed to use standard AA batteries--problem solved. Also, the 2000mAh battery is incompatible with fast charging, so I have to dig out my slower USB-A-to-USB-C cord to charge the radio, which is another headache. XHDATA's replacement batteries are listed at 3000mAh min, 2450mAh nominal, which is a pretty substantial upgrade from the the 2000mAh original batteries. Too bad you can't actually acquire them anywhere. Even though the XHDATA sounds better than the Skywave, the Skywave line (my current one is the Skywave SSB 2) uses standard AA batteries (rechargeable or not, at least I can use which ever batteries I happen to have around). Sure, the Skywave is more expensive, but I'm getting the peace of mind knowing I will never be stuck with a dead battery that I can't replace, and that's worth the extra expense.

Works as it should.