RunningSnail MD-092
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Our take on the RunningSnail MD-092
The RunningSnail MD-092 is a hand-crank and solar-powered AM/FM/NOAA weather radio built for power outages and emergencies. It adds a 3-mode flashlight, a 4-LED reading lamp, a headphone jack and USB charging for a phone. The 1000 mAh battery and 1 W solar panel are small, so phone charging is slow and drains the radio fast. It is a low-cost backup radio rather than a daily-use device.
- Receives all 7 NOAA weather channels plus AM/FM
- Works without batteries via hand crank or 1 W solar panel
- Built-in 3-mode flashlight and 4-LED reading lamp
- USB port can top up a phone in a pinch
- Headphone jack for quiet listening
- Automatic AM/FM station scanning with digital display
RunningSnail MD-092 price history
Lowest price we've seen: $19.75 on Nov 3. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 3.
What reviewers say
Owners treat the MD-092 as a cheap emergency backup and generally find the radio, light and crank useful during outages. Complaints center on the small battery, slow solar charging and weak phone charging.
- Radio and NOAA reception work well for the price
- Crank and flashlight are handy in blackouts
- Lightweight and easy to store in a kit
- Battery dies fast when charging a phone
- Solar charging is very slow
- Crank feels flimsy and needs long turning
Specifications
- Weather Band
- NOAA
- Frequency Range
Questions and answers
- Is the RunningSnail MD-092 worth it?
- Yes if you want an inexpensive backup radio with a light and crank for emergencies. It is not a substitute for a power bank or a serious charging device.
- Can it charge my phone?
- It has a USB port, but the 1000 mAh battery and low crank/solar output make phone charging slow and short. Expect a partial top-up at best.
- Does it get NOAA weather channels?
- Yes. It tunes all 7 NOAA weather channels along with AM and FM. There is no shortwave band.
- How long does the battery last?
- The 1000 mAh battery runs the radio for a modest stretch and drains fairly quickly when you charge a phone or iPad from it. The crank and solar panel recharge it slowly.
- What's in the box?
- The radio, a rechargeable battery, and a Micro-USB charging cable on most stock. Check the listing for the exact bundle.
- When is it cheapest?
- Prices tend to dip around storm-season sales and holiday events. Compare current store prices before buying.
