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Update: We have a newer article about DAB radios with Bluetooth here.
With Bluetooth, you can use your radio as a wireless speaker to stream music from your smartphone, tablet or other Bluetooth device. This means you could use your radio to listen to MP3 files, songs on YouTube, podcasts, or online radio.
Here are some of the best radios with Bluetooth currently available in the UK. We’ve divided them into two groups: DAB radios with Bluetooth and FM radios with Bluetooth.
DAB radios with Bluetooth
Pure Pop Midi
The Pure Pop Midi
Features
- DAB/FM radio
- Kitchen and sleep timers
- Set 2 alarms, with a choice of using either an alarm sound or the radio
- Operated by mains power, 4 AA batteries, or a Pure ChargePAK D1
- 3-year warranty card
Pros
- Good sound quality for the price
- You can set 2 alarms, so you could use one for weekdays and the other for weekends
- Good size for a bedside table or the kitchen
Cons
- Setting the alarm is complicated and requires you to push a long sequence of buttons
- Rechargeable battery pack isn’t included
- Speaker lacks bass
Price
Ted Baker London Finisterre
The Ted Baker London Finisterre
Features
- FM/DAB/DAB+ radio
- Carrying handle
- Bluetooth range of at least 10 metres
- Alarm with snooze
Pros
- Bluetooth is easy to use
- Plenty of bass—doesn’t sound tinny
- Very stylish design
- Great value for money
Cons
- Mains powered only
- EQ requires a software update to work properly
- Poorly written instructions manual
Price
Read our full review of the Ted Baker London Finisterre here.
VQ Retro Mini
The VQ Retro Mini
Features
- FM/DAB/DAB+ radio
- Uses mains power or 4 AA batteries
- Clock that lets you set 2 separate alarms
- Several equaliser settings
- USB charging port
- Aux-in and headphone ports
- Choice of 11 colours
Pros
- Vertical design means it doesn’t take up much space
- Looks great and comes in a choice of designs
- Dual alarms are useful
Cons
- Some buyers have complained of the sound occasionally cutting out or being distorted
- Less reliable than other radios
Price
AZATOM Multiplex D1
The AZATOM Multiplex D1
Features
- Dual alarm
- USB charging port
- FM/DAB/DAB+ radio
- Bluetooth 4.0 for HD streaming
- 5 mm aux input
- Built-in rechargeable battery that offers up to 10 hours of use
- Dual speakers giving a stereo sound
Pros
- Good amount of volume
- Good sound quality
- Durable and well built
- Rechargeable battery that lasts 8-10 hours
Cons
- Reception isn’t as good as on other radios
- Loud bass which can’t be adjusted (there’s no EQ)
- Screen can’t be dimmed
Price
Roberts Radio Blutune 50
This attractive DAB Bluetooth radio is in the same range as the Blutune100 and Blutune200. It features a USB port for charging your smartphone or other device.
Features
- DAB and FM radio
- USB charging socket for a smartphone or other device
- FM has RDS so it shows the name of the station you’re listening to
- 2 alarms that star quietly and gradually get louder
- Headphone socket
Pros
- Remembers all your settings when you unplug it
- USB charging port it very convenient
- Very easy to set up
- Rich sound with plenty of bass (possibly too much)
- 2 speakers gives it stereo sound
- 2 alarms so you can set one for weekends and another for weekdays
Cons
- Display doesn’t use an auto-dimmer, so it remains bright at night
- The sound might be too bassy for some people, and the bass level can’t be adjusted.
Price
Castle DAB Radio
The Castle DAB Radio
Features
- 35 watt HD speaker
- 2 USB charging ports
- Adjustable bass and treble
- Save up to 20 preset stations (10 for FM and 10 for DAB)
- Alarm
Pros
- Comes with a CD player—quite hard to find these days!
- Great value for money
- Powerful speaker that can easily fill the room with sound
Cons
- Instructions aren’t very clear and don’t go into any detail
Price
VQ Retro Mk II
The VQ Retro MK II
Features
- FM/DAB/DAB+ radio
- Apple Lightning dock
- 5mm headphone jack and aux-in port
- USB port for charging a smartphone or other device
Pros
- Stylish design that looks great in the kitchen
Cons
- Temperamental—many users have experienced problems with this radio after just a few days or weeks
- Doesn’t include a rechargeable battery
Price
FM radios with Bluetooth
Steepletone Bluetooth Brighton
The Steepletone Brighton
Features
- Three radio bands: MW, LW and FM
- Old-fashioned rotary dial for volume and tone control
- Carrying handle
- Powered by either mains or 6 C-sized batteries (not included)
- 50 cm aerial
- 1-year warranty
Pros
- Stylish 1950s design
- Easy to pair via Bluetooth
- Small and portable
- Decent sound quality
Cons
- No DAB digital radio (this could be a ‘pro’ if you prefer analogue radios)
- Speaker doesn’t go very loud
Price
Caseflex Multi-Input Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
The Caseflex Multi-Input Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
Features
- FM radio
- Stereo sound thanks to the 2 3W speakers
- Compatible with Android, iOS and Windows phones
- USB, Micro SD and aux inputs
- Micro USB charger port
- Built-in battery with up to 8 hours of playtime
- Alarm clock
- Hands-free calling function
Pros
- Lots of different input modes: Bluetooth, USB, Micro SD and aux
- Decent amount of volume
- Easy to set up and pair with your phone
Cons
- LCD display is small and hard to read
- Speakers could be higher quality
- Can’t see the clock when you’re playing music
Price
August SE50 30W Bluetooth NFC Stereo Speaker System
Like the Caseflex model reviewed above, the August SE50 30W Bluetooth NFC Stereo Speaker System
Features
- Bluetooth range of 10m
- Save up to 10 preset FM radio stations
- Aux-in
Pros
- Solid construction
- Attractive retro design
- Bluetooth works well
Cons
- Speaker sounds quite muddy and lacks treble
- It feels like radio was added as an afterthought—this product is better as a Bluetooth speaker than a radio.
Price