QFX R-35 AM/FM/Shortwave 3-Band
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Price facts
- Last seen at $19.99 at Office Depot on Nov 9.
Our take on the QFX R-35 AM/FM/Shortwave 3-Band
The QFX R-35 is a pocket-sized AM/FM/shortwave radio that runs on two AA batteries and weighs about 4 ounces. Its telescopic antenna and 3.5 mm headphone jack make it a cheap way to pull in local stations and shortwave broadcasts without a phone or data plan. It is a basic analog-style receiver: no digital tuning, no presets, no clock or alarm. Compared with digital shortwave portables, it is simpler and more fragile, but it is one of the smallest and lightest ways to get three bands. It suits casual listeners, campers and emergency-kit users rather than serious DXers.
- Very small and light at about 4 ounces
- Runs on two AA batteries, easy to find anywhere
- Telescopic antenna helps FM and shortwave reception
- 3.5 mm headphone jack for private listening
- Three bands in one pocket device
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$19.99+ $5.95 shippingChecked Nov 9
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QFX R-35 AM/FM/Shortwave 3-Band price history
Lowest price we've seen: $19.99 on Nov 9 at Office Depot. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.
What reviewers say
Owners treat the R-35 as a cheap backup radio: they like its size, weight and AA power, but complain about tuning accuracy and thin sound. Shortwave performance is the most common letdown.
- TuningCriticisedOwners say the analog dial drifts and makes stations hard to lock in.
- Shortwave receptionCriticisedListeners report weak shortwave pickup unless they are near a strong signal.
- SizePraisedBuyers like that it fits in a pocket and weighs almost nothing.
Questions and answers
- Is the QFX R-35 good for shortwave listening?
- Only for casual listening near strong stations. The telescopic antenna is short, and owners report weak pickup and drift on shortwave. A digital shortwave portable with a longer antenna does better.
- How long do the batteries last?
- QFX rates it at up to 100 hours on two AA batteries. Real-world time depends on volume and headphone use, but AA cells are cheap and easy to carry as spares.
- Does it have a digital tuner or presets?
- No. Tuning is analog with a slide dial, and there are no presets, clock or alarm. You tune by ear and by the dial markings.
- Can I use headphones with it?
- Yes. It has a 3.5 mm headphone jack, which is the best way to listen since the built-in speaker is small and thin-sounding.
- Is it good for an emergency kit?
- Yes, as a backup. It is small, light and runs on common AA batteries, but its weak shortwave reception limits it to local AM/FM stations in most cases.
