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Jensen JEP-650 Portable Weather Alert 4-Way Power Radio & Flashlight

Jensen JEP-650 Portable Weather Alert 4-Way Power Radio & Flashlight

4.4· 7 ratings

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$34.84at EverythingBranded USA, last seen Nov 3

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Our take on the Jensen JEP-650 Portable Weather Alert 4-Way Power Radio & Flashlight

The Jensen JEP-650 is a self-powered emergency radio that tunes AM, FM and NOAA weather band channels and doubles as a flashlight, siren and USB phone charger. It runs on four power sources: a top solar panel, a side dynamo crank, AC and batteries. It is a low-cost backup radio for storms and outages, not a hi-fi receiver.

Best forHouseholds building a storm or blackout kitCampers and hikers who want a radio, light and siren in onePeople who want a way to charge a phone when the grid is downBudget buyers who don't want to pay for a premium emergency radio
Pros
  • Four power options: solar, hand crank, AC and batteries
  • NOAA weather band plus AM and FM tuning
  • Built-in flashlight and loud emergency siren
  • USB port to charge a phone in a pinch
  • Backlit LCD, carabiner clip and strap with storage compartment
Cons
  • Hand cranking is slow and tiring for real charging
  • Solar panel trickles power and won't run the radio quickly
  • Small speaker and modest sound quality
  • No digital tuning or preset memory
  • Red plastic body feels basic

Jensen JEP-650 Portable Weather Alert 4-Way Power Radio & Flashlight prices at every store

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Jensen JEP-650 Portable Weather Alert 4-Way Power Radio & Flashlight price history

Lowest price we've seen: $34.84 on Nov 3 at EverythingBranded USA. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 3.

What reviewers say

Owners rate it 4.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings. Buyers treat it as a cheap insurance item for outages and like having radio, light, siren and a phone top-up in one unit. Complaints center on the slow crank and solar charging.

Pros
  • Works when the power is out
  • Useful combination of radio, flashlight and siren
  • Easy to keep charged with the crank and solar panel
Cons
  • Cranking takes a long time to build useful charge
  • Solar charging is very slow
  • Sound is thin compared with a regular radio

About the Jensen JEP-650 Portable Weather Alert 4-Way Power Radio & Flashlight

Will you be prepared if there is a power failure or severe storm in your area? The JENSEN JEP-650 Self-Powered AM/FM Weather Band Radio and Flashlight is a valuable tool designed to keep you up informed and out of harm's way when there's an emergency situation. The radio can tune in AM and FM frequencies as well as NOAA weather channels whenever you need to check on the current conditions. It not only keeps you updated during severe weather or civil emergencies, but it also features a built-in siren that can alert others of your location if you're lost or need assistance. The unit always has power by utilizing its top-facing solar panel or the side-mounted dynamo crank. These power sources also mean that you don't have to worry about a dead smartphone, thanks to the built-in USB emergency charging port. The JEP-650 also features a backlit, easy-to-read LCD display, a metal carabiner for clipping to your backpack, and a handy carrying strap with storage compartment.

Specifications

Signal Type
Weather Band
Portable
Yes
color
RedSource

Questions and answers

Is the Jensen JEP-650 worth it?
Yes if you want a low-cost backup radio for storms and blackouts. It covers weather band, AM/FM, a light, a siren and a phone charge. Don't expect strong audio or fast charging.
How long do I have to crank it?
Expect to crank for several minutes to get a short run of radio play, and much longer for a meaningful phone charge. Treat the crank as an emergency top-up, not a main power source.
Does it charge my phone?
It has a USB emergency charging port, but the output is small. It will give a phone a partial charge over time, not a fast refill.
What's in the box?
The radio, a carrying strap with storage compartment and an AC adapter for wall charging. Batteries for the backup compartment are typically not included.
Does it receive NOAA weather channels?
Yes. It tunes the NOAA weather band along with AM and FM, so you can hear local forecasts and alerts during severe weather.
When is it cheapest?
Emergency radios like this usually drop around storm-season promotions and holiday sales. Check the price history before buying.
What do buyers say about the Jensen JEP-650 Portable Weather Alert 4-Way Power Radio & Flashlight?
Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings.
Where can I buy the Jensen JEP-650 Portable Weather Alert 4-Way Power Radio & Flashlight?
3 stores we checked sell it, including EverythingBranded USA, Walmart, Electronic Express.

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