Quick verdict
An affordable pocket radio with plenty of presets and a good feature set. If you want weather alerts, the Sangean DT-400W is the better pick.
The Sangean DT-180 is a small AM and FM pocket radio built for personal listening. It packs a lot of tuning features into a compact case and runs on two AAA batteries.
What you get
The DT-180 has 15 presets (five FM1, five FM2 and five AM) with a signal strength indicator, adjustable tuning steps and a stereo and mono switch. It also has a real time clock with a 90 minute auto shut off, a lock switch and Dynamic Bass Boost. It runs on two AAA batteries, which are not included, and it comes with earbuds.
What I like
It is small and light, but the case and buttons feel solid. Presets make it easy to use while walking, and several owners praise the signal strength on both bands and the long battery life for a radio that uses AAA cells. The included earbuds are fine to start with, though a better pair will do the radio justice.
Things to know
Some owners report preset buttons breaking off with normal use, so treat the buttons gently and use the lock switch when the radio is in a pocket. Sound can distort at maximum volume, and one buyer found sensitivity and selectivity more modest than expected from a Sangean. It is at its best as a personal listening radio and not as a room speaker.
Bottom line
For an affordable pocket radio with plenty of presets and a good feature set, the DT-180 is a practical choice. If you want weather alerts, the DT-400W is the better pick.
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