Does it have digital tuning or presets?

No. It uses an analog dial with no digital display and no preset buttons, so you tune by hand.

Can I use it without batteries?

Yes. It runs on AC power as well as four C batteries, so you can leave the batteries out at home.

Does it receive weather band?

No. It tunes AM and FM only, with no weather band channels.

Can I play music from my phone?

Yes. It has Bluetooth and an aux input, so you can stream or plug in a phone or other player.

Is it good for camping?

It is light and battery powered, but it has no hand crank or solar charging, so bring spare C batteries.

What comes in the box?

The radio and its power cord. Batteries are usually not included, so buy four C cells if you plan to use it outdoors.

Where is the Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio cheapest?

At Walmart, for $31.16, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio?

Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 115 ratings.

Where can I buy the Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Target, Walmart.

Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio

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Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio

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$31.16at WalmartChecked Nov 9

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Our take on the Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio

The Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio is a simple analog radio with a large dial, a built-in speaker and Bluetooth for playing audio from a phone. It runs on four C batteries or AC power, and it has an aux input and a USB port. It suits people who want a basic radio for the kitchen, garden, campsite or picnic without digital tuning or presets. Against digital radios it is easier to set up but harder to tune precisely, and it lacks weather band and a hand crank. Owners like the size and the Bluetooth, but some report weak reception and short battery life.

Best forKitchen and garden listenersCamping and picnic usePeople who want simple analog tuningBuyers who want Bluetooth in a basic radio

Pros

Large analog dial is easy to read and turn
Bluetooth lets you play music from a phone
Runs on four C batteries or AC power
Aux input and USB port add options
Compact body fits on a counter or in a bag

Cons

No digital display, presets or weather band
Analog tuning drifts and is hard to set exactly
Some owners report weak AM and FM reception
C batteries add weight and running cost
No hand crank or solar charging

Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio prices at every store

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Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio price history

Lowest price we've seen: $31.16 on Nov 9 at Walmart. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

3.8 / 5115 ratings

Owners rate it around 3.8 out of 5. Many like the simple dial, the Bluetooth and the low-fuss setup, while others complain about reception and battery life.

What people mention

ReceptionCriticisedSeveral owners say AM and FM reception is weak and varies a lot with location.
TuningMixedThe large dial is easy to read, but analog tuning drifts and makes exact station selection fiddly.
BatteryCriticisedSome owners find the four C batteries drain faster than they expected.
BluetoothPraisedBuyers like being able to pair a phone and play their own music through the speaker.
BuildMixedIt feels light and portable, but some describe the plastic body as flimsy.
SoundPraisedMost say the speaker is clear enough for talk radio and background listening.

Specifications

Weather Band: No
Frequency Range: 1.70 MHz (AM maximum frequency)
Hand Crank: No
Solar Powered: No
Power Source: Battery, 120-volt/60 Hz AC power, 4 C batteries, Battery powered
Voltage: 120-volt
Tuner Type: AM/FM

Questions and answers

Does it have digital tuning or presets?: No. It uses an analog dial with no digital display and no preset buttons, so you tune by hand.
Can I use it without batteries?: Yes. It runs on AC power as well as four C batteries, so you can leave the batteries out at home.
Does it receive weather band?: No. It tunes AM and FM only, with no weather band channels.
Can I play music from my phone?: Yes. It has Bluetooth and an aux input, so you can stream or plug in a phone or other player.
Is it good for camping?: It is light and battery powered, but it has no hand crank or solar charging, so bring spare C batteries.
What comes in the box?: The radio and its power cord. Batteries are usually not included, so buy four C cells if you plan to use it outdoors.
Where is the Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio cheapest?: At Walmart, for $31.16, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio?: Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 115 ratings.
Where can I buy the Jensen Portable AM/FM Radio?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Target, Walmart.