A DAB radio will give you a better choice of radio stations, but there are still issues with DAB reception in the UK. DAB radios are very affordable now, and at some point the UK will probably switch off the FM signal, so getting a radio with both FM and DAB is a good idea. Price It has great sound quality for something so small and cheap, and has the added bonus of being portable. You can set the alarm to wake you up to either a standard alarm buzzer sound or a radio station of your choice.

This Denver MC-5220 offers good value for money (see price here) as long as you’re not too fussy about sound quality. It’s a good option if you’re budget-conscious and want something that will look nice on the bedroom wall. If you want DAB radio and/or better sound quality, read on and consider one of the radios reviewed below. Roberts Radio CD Cube 3-Band Stereo Radio When you hit the snooze button you can choose to pause the alarm for 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 or 30 minutes, or switch it off altogether. The radio will play for a duration of your choosing (15, 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes). Of course, you can switch off the radio manually before this time period ends.COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS: This home speaker is part of the Bose Smart Family and works with other Bose smart speakers and soundbars for a multi-room listening experience

Comes with a remote control which can be used to activate sleep and snooze functions. This is very useful for using the stereo when you’re in bed. independent alarms (set different alarms for weekdays and weekends, or different alarms for you and your partner) Bluetooth – Bluetooth will allow you to stream internet radio, podcasts and MP3s from your phone or tablet through the radio’s speaker. BOSE SIMPLESYNC TECHNOLOGY: SimpleSync pairs your Bose Home Speaker 500 to compatible Bose products for sound that follows you from room to room. Away from your phone? Press and hold the Bluetooth button on each device to sync their sound. Already got a group going? Link by pressing the Action button to connect at a moment’s notice

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This radio lets you set two separate alarms. You can choose to wake up to a regular alarm sound or an FM or DAB radio station. You can also choose the volume of the alarm. The alarm will start out quiet and gradually get louder, so it won’t startle you when you wake up. Bluetooth: This will let you stream music or audio wirelessly from your phone or tablet through the radio’s speaker. For some more ultra-cheap DAB radios, see our overview of the cheapest digital radios on the market.

Wi-fi for music streaming: Radios with wi-fi - called internet radios - often support music streaming services such as Spotify (may require subscriptions) USB charging and Bluetooth are nice additions that help set it apart from other radios at this price point. CONNECTIVITY: Pair your device to this home speaker to stream your favorite music and more via a Bluetooth connection, your home Wi-Fi network, Apple AirPlay 2, or Spotify Connect The Sony ICF-C1PJ and the USCCE have natural sounds as alarm choices in addition to a buzzer or FM radio. Our reviewers favored the Sony's refreshing wake-up alarms and relaxing white noise to fall asleep to.Multiple alarms: This is useful if you want to have different alarms, for example having one alarm for weekdays and another for weekends. Additional features – come first. Arguably, the most important, since you’re looking for a radio that will wake you up from your peaceful slumber daily. Some models come with a dual alarm, with plenty of options, alarms and settings. Brand: Established brands such as Pure and Roberts tend to be more reliable, but also more expensive. If you don’t mind trying a less well-known brand, there are some good radios from budget brands such as Majority and AZATOM that offer great value for money. Gradual sunrise makes you feel better as you wake up. It’s good for winter months when it’s hard to wake up in the dark. Like the Siesta Rise, the CHRONODAB is relatively expensive, but offers the quality sound and great build quality Roberts are known for.