Hughes comparison
Best Portable Radios
for UK homes in 2026.
Portable Hughes radios for kitchens, gardens, trips and everyday background listening.
Written by Alex Mercer. Alex compares audio products by the specifications that affect sound, setup and the way a room works day to day.
Affiliate disclosure. We may earn a commission if you buy through retailer links. That does not change the order of our picks or the buyer advice.
Our winner
Roberts Rambler UNO DAB/DAB+/FM RDS Radio with Bluetooth - Pastel Cream
Retro design with bamboo panels and aluminium grille brings timeless style home.
£7.00 at Hughes01 Best overall pick
Roberts Rambler UNO DAB/DAB+/FM RDS Radio with Bluetooth - Pastel Cream
Check price at HughesThe most rounded radio here for buyers who want useful features without choosing on badge alone.
At £7.00, this is the lowest-priced option in this group. For the best portable radios brief, this is the radio to consider when the listed features fit your routine. The sound-quality angle is dab tuner, fm tuner, internet radio, so the choice is mainly about clarity, placement and listening habits.
What we like
- Bluetooth listed by Hughes.
- Wireless.
- Priced below 3 of the other 4.
What to check
- The lowest price comes with a simpler position in the range.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 9/10 |
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| Mid-range |
| 10/10 |
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| Bass |
| 9/10 |
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Full published specifications| Am Tuner | No |
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| Carrying Strap/Handle | No |
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| Clock | No |
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| Colour | Cream |
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| Dab Tuner | Yes |
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| FM Tuner | Yes |
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| Guarantee | 2 Years |
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| Head Phone Socket | No |
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| Internet Radio | Yes |
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| LCD Display | No |
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| Mains Lead Supplied | Yes |
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| No of Preset Stations | 4 |
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| Telescopic Aerial | No |
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| Tuning Type | Digital |
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| Price check | £7.00 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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02 Best value alternative
Roberts SPORTS925 Portable Radio with 3.5mm Headphone Socket
Check price at HughesA more focused radio choice when its particular specification suits the room.
This one sets the price floor at £7.00. Within this best portable radios comparison, its strongest case is the way the published specification matches everyday listening. For listening, the useful detail is fm tuner, so the choice is mainly about clarity, placement and listening habits.
What we like
- Classic design delivers timeless appeal and straightforward operation for all ages listed by Hughes.
- Enjoy up to 60 hours of playback for extended listening on a single battery set.
- Priced below 3 of the other 4.
What to check
- The lowest price comes with a simpler position in the range.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 10/10 |
|---|
| Mid-range |
| 10/10 |
|---|
| Bass |
| 8/10 |
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Full published specifications| Am Tuner | Yes |
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| Carrying Strap/Handle | Yes |
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| Clock | No |
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| Colour | Black |
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| Dab Tuner | No |
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| FM Tuner | Yes |
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| Guarantee | 1 Year |
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| Head Phone Socket | Yes |
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| Internet Radio | No |
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| LCD Display | No |
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| Mains Lead Supplied | No |
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| Telescopic Aerial | Yes |
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| Tuning Type | Manual |
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| Price check | £7.00 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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03 Best for a clear feature set
Roberts PLAYFM FM/MW/LW Radio - Black
Check price at HughesA sensible alternative for buyers who value the listed features over a long marketing pitch.
This is a middle-of-the-range choice at £9.00, with 2 cheaper picks and 2 dearer picks in the same group. Its place in the best portable radios guide comes from offering a different balance of price and features from the other 4 picks. On the audio side, Hughes lists fm tuner, so the choice is mainly about clarity, placement and listening habits.
What we like
- USB listed by Hughes.
- Three-band tuning lets you enjoy a wide selection of FM, MW, and LW radio stations..
- Priced below 2 of the other 4.
What to check
- Costs more than 2 other picks.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 8/10 |
|---|
| Mid-range |
| 9/10 |
|---|
| Bass |
| 10/10 |
|---|
Full published specifications| Am Tuner | No |
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| Carrying Strap/Handle | No |
|---|
| Clock | No |
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| Colour | Black |
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| Dab Tuner | No |
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| FM Tuner | Yes |
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| Guarantee | 2 Years |
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| Head Phone Socket | Yes |
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| Internet Radio | No |
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| LCD Display | Yes |
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| Mains Lead Supplied | No |
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| No of Preset Stations | None |
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| Telescopic Aerial | No |
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| Tuning Type | Manual |
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| Price check | £9.00 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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04 Best for a different room setup
Pure Woodland Outdoor Speaker With Bluetooth DAB+/FM
Check price at HughesThe pick to consider when the practical setup matters more than chasing the highest specification.
Its £19.00 price leaves 3 cheaper picks below it and one dearer pick above it. Against the other 4 radio picks, it takes a more specific position for buyers with a clear setup in mind. The clearest sound clue is dab tuner, fm tuner, so the choice is mainly about clarity, placement and listening habits.
What we like
- Bluetooth listed by Hughes.
- Wireless.
- Priced below 1 of the other 4.
What to check
- Costs more than 3 other picks.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 9/10 |
|---|
| Mid-range |
| 10/10 |
|---|
| Bass |
| 10/10 |
|---|
Full published specifications| Am Tuner | No |
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| Carrying Strap/Handle | Yes |
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| Clock | No |
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| Colour | Green |
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| Dab Tuner | Yes |
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| FM Tuner | Yes |
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| Guarantee | 3 Years |
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| Head Phone Socket | No |
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| Internet Radio | No |
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| LCD Display | Yes |
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| Mains Lead Supplied | Yes |
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| No of Preset Stations | 6 |
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| Telescopic Aerial | Yes |
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| Tuning Type | Digital |
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| Price check | £19.00 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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05 Best specialist choice
Roberts PLAY10B DAB/DAB+/FM RDS Digital Portable Radio - Black
Check price at HughesA specialist option with a clear reason to choose it over the other picks.
At £39.99, it asks the biggest budget from this shortlist. The most useful distinction on this best portable radios page is how its specification suits the intended room or listening habit. What matters for sound here is dab tuner, fm tuner, internet radio, so the choice is mainly about clarity, placement and listening habits.
What we like
- Portable design lets you enjoy music wherever you go for maximum versatility. listed by Hughes.
- Dual DAB/DAB+ and FM support offers a wide range of stations to suit every taste..
- Priced below 0 of the other 4.
What to check
- Costs more than 4 other picks.
- Check the dimensions and connections against the room before buying.
Sound profile
Relative 10-point guide based on the published specification. Not a lab measurement.
| Treble |
| 9/10 |
|---|
| Mid-range |
| 10/10 |
|---|
| Bass |
| 9/10 |
|---|
Full published specifications| Am Tuner | No |
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| Carrying Strap/Handle | Yes |
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| Clock | No |
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| Colour | Black |
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| Dab Tuner | Yes |
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| FM Tuner | Yes |
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| Guarantee | 2 Years |
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| Head Phone Socket | Yes |
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| Internet Radio | Yes |
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| LCD Display | Yes |
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| Mains Lead Supplied | Yes |
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| No of Preset Stations | 6 |
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| Telescopic Aerial | No |
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| Tuning Type | Digital |
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| Price check | £39.99 |
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| Retailer | Hughes |
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Buying advice
Choose for the room, not the product badge.
Start with the listening space and intended source. Then compare the published audio features, dimensions and connections. Prices can move, so use the Hughes product page to make the final check.
