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JVFCXXV Emergency Hand Crank Weather Radio

JVFCXXV Emergency Hand Crank Weather Radio

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$108.49at Lowe'sChecked 22 h ago

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $108.49 at Lowe's on Nov 10.

Our take on the JVFCXXV Emergency Hand Crank Weather Radio

The JVFCXXV is a small emergency radio that runs on a hand crank and a solar panel, so it works when the grid is down. It receives AM and FM broadcasts, including NOAA weather channels, and adds a flashlight and a USB port for charging a phone. It is a basic backup radio for a storm kit or a car, not a daily-listening set. Against rivals like the Midland ER series and the Eton FRX line, it offers fewer bands and no Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, but the crank and solar charging cover the essentials.

Best forStorm and power-outage kitsCampers and hikers who want a backup radioCar emergency kitsPeople who want a radio that needs no batteries
Pros
  • Hand crank and solar panel keep it running without batteries
  • Receives AM, FM and NOAA weather channels
  • Built-in flashlight helps in a blackout
  • USB port can top up a phone in an emergency
  • Small and light enough for a glovebox or go-bag
Cons
  • No Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or NFC
  • No shortwave or two-way radio bands
  • Cranking takes effort and time to build a useful charge
  • Small speaker sounds thin
  • Solar charging is slow in overcast weather

JVFCXXV Emergency Hand Crank Weather Radio prices at every store

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JVFCXXV Emergency Hand Crank Weather Radio price history

Lowest price we've seen: $108.49 on Nov 10 at Lowe's. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owner feedback on this class of crank radio is mixed. People like having a radio that works without batteries and the built-in light, but many find the crank tiring and the sound weak.

What people mention
  • Crank chargingMixedOwners say the crank works but takes a lot of turning for a short listening time.
  • Sound qualityCriticisedReviewers call the speaker thin and quiet, fine for weather alerts but poor for music.
  • Solar chargingCriticisedUsers report the solar panel charges slowly and barely helps on cloudy days.
  • Weather bandsPraisedBuyers like getting NOAA weather channels in a radio this small.
  • BuildMixedSome owners find the plastic body light and a bit flimsy for outdoor use.

Specifications

Signal Types
AMSource
Bluetooth
NoSource
Wi-Fi
NoSource
Power Source
SolarSource
Wireless Communication

Questions and answers

Does it need batteries to work?
No. It runs on the hand crank and the solar panel, so it works without batteries or wall power. Batteries can be used as a backup if the model supports them.
Can it charge my phone?
Yes, through the USB port, but the charge is small. Expect only a partial top-up after a long crank or a day in direct sun.
Which stations can it receive?
AM and FM broadcasts plus NOAA weather channels. It has no shortwave, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
Is it good for camping and hiking?
It is light and needs no batteries, which suits a pack. The thin speaker and slow solar charging limit it to alerts and news rather than music.
How does it compare with a Midland or Eton emergency radio?
Those rivals usually add more bands, a better speaker and sometimes a reading light or phone-charging power bank. This one is simpler and covers the basics.
How long does the crank need to run?
A few minutes of steady cranking gives a short stretch of radio or light. It is meant for brief check-ins, not hours of listening.
Where is the JVFCXXV Emergency Hand Crank Weather Radio cheapest?
At Lowe's, for $108.49, as of our latest check.

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