We compared two portable DAB/DAB+ and FM radios with Bluetooth streaming: the Roberts Revival PETITE2 and the Pure Classic Mini.
What we looked at
Stated battery life, display, presets, and price. Only one of each was left in reasonable stock when checked, so availability is worth a final check before buying.
The verdict
If you want the longer stated battery life, up to 20 hours, with an OLED display and 20 easy-access presets in a retro-styled cabinet, the Roberts Revival PETITE2 is the longer-lasting pick, at £98.99, though only 1 was left in stock when checked. If you would rather pay £21.99 less for newer Bluetooth 5.3 with a 2.4-inch colour display and two equaliser settings, the Pure Classic Mini is the more modern option, at £77.00, with only 5 left in stock when checked.
A £98.99 retro DAB radio stated to run up to 20 hours, only 1 left.
A £77.00 portable DAB radio with Bluetooth 5.3 and a 2.4-inch colour display.
Roberts Revival PETITE2 FM/DAB/DAB+ Digital Radio with Bluetooth, Duck Egg — Longest Battery Life
Intended for: Marketed as a retro-styled FM/DAB/DAB+ digital radio with Bluetooth audio streaming, a telescopic antenna for improved reception, up to 20 hours of playtime from a rechargeable battery, a clear OLED display with adjustable brightness, and 20 easy-access presets (10 DAB and 10 FM).
What we liked
- Stated up to 20 hours of playtime from the built-in rechargeable battery
- Clear OLED display with adjustable brightness, per the listing
- 20 easy-access presets: 10 DAB and 10 FM
- Telescopic antenna for improved signal reception
- Retro-styled cabinet design
Worth knowing
- Costs £21.99 more than the Pure Classic Mini on these listings
- Only 1 was left in stock when checked
Best for
- Buyers who want the longer stated battery life
- Anyone who wants a retro design aesthetic
- Households that like physical preset buttons
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants the newest Bluetooth version
Pure Classic Mini Portable Digital Radio, DAB+ & FM, Bluetooth 5.3, Cotton White/Oak — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a compact portable digital radio with DAB+ and FM, Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless streaming, up to 15 hours of battery life, a 2.4-inch colour TFT display with adjustable brightness, two equaliser settings, and a carrying strap.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Roberts Revival PETITE2 on these listings, at £77.00
- Newer Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless streaming
- 2.4-inch colour TFT display, easy to read and adjust
- Two equaliser settings for music or voice content
- Carrying strap for portability
Worth knowing
- Lower stated battery life than the Roberts (15 hours against 20)
- Only 5 were left in stock when checked
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants the newer Bluetooth 5.3 standard
- A compact, modern design in cotton white/oak
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the longest stated battery life
- Buyers who prefer a retro design
