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GPX R633B AM/FM Shortwave Radio

GPX R633B AM/FM Shortwave Radio

4.3· 413 ratings

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$26.99last seen Oct 29

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Our take on the GPX R633B AM/FM Shortwave Radio

The GPX R633B is a portable AM/FM/shortwave radio built for casual listening at home or outdoors. It tunes the shortwave bands alongside standard AM and FM, and its compact body runs on batteries so it works where outlets don't. Buyers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 413 ratings, which is solid for an inexpensive portable. No current price was available to compare against its recent range.

Best forCasual shortwave listenersEmergency and power-outage backupListening outdoors or while travelingBudget buyers wanting AM/FM plus shortwave
Pros
  • Covers AM, FM and shortwave in one portable unit
  • Battery operation makes it usable off-grid
  • Compact and light enough to carry
  • Simple analog-style tuning with no setup
  • Low price for a multi-band radio
  • Well rated by owners at 4.3 out of 5
Cons
  • Shortwave reception depends heavily on antenna placement
  • No digital tuning or preset memory on this model
  • Sound is small, as expected from a pocket radio
  • Not a serious receiver for distant shortwave DXing

GPX R633B AM/FM Shortwave Radio price history

Lowest price we've seen: $26.99 on Oct 29. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 29.

What reviewers say

Owners rate the R633B 4.3 out of 5 across 413 ratings and mostly treat it as a cheap, dependable backup radio. Praise centers on price, portability and getting AM/FM plus shortwave in one small unit. Complaints tend to be about tuning precision and weak shortwave reception indoors.

Pros
  • Good value for the price
  • Small and easy to carry
  • Works on batteries when power is out
  • Picks up local AM and FM clearly
Cons
  • Shortwave reception is weak without a good antenna
  • Tuning is fiddly and drifts
  • Speaker sound is thin

Specifications

Type
Personal
Signal Type
Shortwave
Portable
Yes

Questions and answers

Is the GPX R633B worth it?
For a low-cost backup radio that covers AM, FM and shortwave, yes. It is not a precision receiver, so don't expect strong shortwave performance without an external antenna.
Does it need batteries or can it plug in?
It is designed as a portable and runs on batteries, which is what makes it useful during outages. Check the box for any included AC option before buying.
How good is shortwave reception?
It receives shortwave, but results vary with location and antenna. Indoors you may only get a few strong stations; near a window or with a wire antenna it does better.
Does it have digital tuning or presets?
No. This model uses manual tuning, so there are no station presets or digital frequency display to rely on.
What's in the box?
The radio itself, typically with a basic antenna and documentation. Confirm accessories with the listing before ordering.
What do buyers say about the GPX R633B AM/FM Shortwave Radio?
Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 413 ratings.

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