Oregon Scientific WR103 Weather Radio

Pros: Good ergonomics, very portable, perfect set of features, easy to use.

Cons: LED alert light is too small, finish (paint) on cradle could be slightly more durable.

The Bottom Line: Highly recommended for those who need the option of a portable all-hazards/weather monitor. Well-designed and well-built with great features.

Review: Features The Oregon Scientific WR103 is designed as a portable all-hazards/weather radio that receives NOAA weather forecasts and various hazard alerts. This includes everything from earthquakes to blizzards to chemical spills. This model ...

Pros: The purchase was simple and the shipping fast. WAY TO GO UPS!

Cons: the rest of the experience.

The Bottom Line: Avoid this company at all costs.

Review: I purchased this item based on the "recommendation" of the City of Seattle providing this radio to all schools and police, etc. I thought, "surely this is going to be a good product." NOT!!!! I purchased it from Oregon Scientific's ...

Pros: Many features, long battery life

Cons: Poor quality construction negates the positive features

Review: This radio has the flimsiest battery compartment cover latch that I've ever encountered in any portable audio device. I worried about the obvious fragility of the tiny plastic latch when I first put the batteries in. My fears were confirmed when I ...