Customer Reviews

Self Sustained Multi-Use AM/FM Radio

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Besides being great for EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, I found the AccuManager 27 to be something that most crank units are NOT - that is, PRACTICAL, RELIABLE and USEFUL for everyday AND emergency needs.

I've found most crank units to be clumsy and boxy, making them portable in theory only. The AccuPower is the right shape and size (resembling a walkie-talkie) for the hand, holster, pocket, glove box, knapsack, whatever. The unit is very easy to use, the radio sounds nice enough for music (with/without ear phones, the LED light is powerful and designed for use as a good flashlight, and it has a reliable clock alarm feature which is handy for travel, camping and emergencies. The inputs/outputs (dc in, dc out, 3 voltage levels,headphones, cell phone charging, etc) are impressive. The siren is piercing - I hope I never need it. To me, cell phone charging is a huge plus.

Unlike many units, this one uses removeable AAA batteries rather than a quirky built-in battery pac, making it easy to charge the batteries externally with a regular charger. That done, the unit stays charged for a long time without cranking. However, I use the crank for charging my cell phone (as well as the unit and other things) when the need arises. This unit is tough and the crank seems very sturdy and well made. I emphasize this because the other units I've seen seem flimsy - especially the crank. One last thing: I like the idea of solar and tested several units with a built-in solar cell. Frankly, it takes way too much time (and daylight)for a solar cell to accomplish what a crank can do in a minute.

There seems to be an abundance of junky, not-so-practical emergency units on the market today (some pricy, some very inexpensive). I would not call the AccuManager 27 a high-end unit, but if you want something very practical and reliable - this would be a great choice.

just like the first review,this is one cool emergency radio.it has every thing you need.everything works great.very nice product.shipping was fast and on time to.good job bearwobble. r.elliott

Very good quality for the price. Good radio reception on both AM and FM. Takes a bit of muscle to charge up.

Same as both other reviewers - I'm very happy with this product. It has a great spectrum of product features and a nice "walkie-talkie" design. Unit seems to work very well. Bear Wobbles's price is outstanding and their service was excellent!

This unit packs a lot of features for those emergency situations where a radio is needed. It is nice to know that when you reach for the radio after it has been on the shelf for a while that it will work and that you will not be faced with the dead battery dilemma. Unit is well built and seems like it would hold up well riding in a backpack.

I bought this AccuPower crank radio earlier this year and it is all that it is supposed to be. If you use good grade rechargeable batteries the radio listening can go for hours and then all you have to do is crank up to recharge those batteries, no wall charger needed. I was truly impressed with its abilities. I gave it as a gift to my sister who enjoys it presently so I'll be getting another one as soon as I can see it back on Amazon.

This has lots of uses in one item. It sure is better than carrying around the light, the radio, etc. as individual pieces. All work well. I thought I was getting something that was lighter weight, which was a disappointment.