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Best Construction Site Radios

Updated October 2018
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BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
Bottom Line
Pros
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Best of the Best
Sangean
AM/FM Ultra Rugged Radio Receiver
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Bottom Line

Rugged construction site radio that's proven to perform consistently in all weather conditions.

Pros

Radio resists rain, dust, and shock. Roll-cage design offers maximum protection against impact. Comes with 10 station presets for added convenience. Offers a 9 ft. attached power cord that's simple to store. Sold in various colors.

Cons

Sometimes hard to pick up FM channels. Not best sound quality.

DEWALT
Construction Site Radio
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A high-end construction site radio that is cordless and simple to use.

Pros

Comes with built-in clock and 15 presets. AM/FM radio can be connected to satellite radio, MP3 player, or CD player. Equipped with flexible antenna designed to deliver strong radio signal. Backed by 3-year warranty.

Cons

More distortion and white noise compared to similar radios.

Best Bang for the Buck
PORTER-CABLE
Bluetooth Radio
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A deluxe construction site radio that lets you instantly stream music from any Bluetooth-enabled device.

Pros

Equalizer feature for consistent volume and sound quality from both speakers. 12 presets, and you can easily program your favorite radio stations. Runs on Li-ion batteries or AC adapter. Portable and lightweight.

Cons

Thin power cord tends to snap easily. Bluetooth connection sometimes spotty.

Milwaukee
Construction Site Radio
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A premium construction site radio with a digital tuner for unparalleled reception accuracy.

Pros

Compatible with iPod and MP3 devices. Aluminum speakers built to perform in high winds, rain, sleet, and other severe weather. Can be plugged in wall outlet or used in conjunction with a power drill battery. Terrific sound quality compared to similar radios.

Cons

Pricier than comparable options. Can be hard to program memory channels.

Bosch
AM/FM Radio
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A top-notch construction site radio that can be stored just about anywhere.

Pros

Compact radio only 12 in. long. 2 neodymium speakers for exceptional sound quality. Shock-absorbing frame withstands drops and falls. Equipped with 7 in. antenna for good reception indoors and outdoors.

Cons

Low volume even at highest volume setting. Doesn't include headphone jack.

How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

  • 37 Models Considered
  • 9 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 418 Consumers Consulted
    • Zero products received from manufacturers.

    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

    Why trust BestReviews?
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    The team that worked on this review
    • Bronwyn
      Bronwyn
      Editor
    • Daniel
      Daniel
      Writer
    • Melinda
      Melinda
      Web Producer
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    Sangean

    AM/FM Ultra Rugged Radio Receiver

    Sangean

    AM/FM Ultra Rugged Radio Receiver

    Rugged construction site radio that's proven to perform consistently in all weather conditions.
    $64
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    DEWALT

    Construction Site Radio

    DEWALT

    Construction Site Radio

    A high-end construction site radio that is cordless and simple to use.

    $169
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    PORTER-CABLE

    Bluetooth Radio

    PORTER-CABLE

    Bluetooth Radio

    A deluxe construction site radio that lets you instantly stream music from any Bluetooth-enabled device.
    $79
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    Milwaukee

    Construction Site Radio

    Milwaukee

    Construction Site Radio

    A premium construction site radio with a digital tuner for unparalleled reception accuracy.
    $99
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    Bosch

    AM/FM Radio

    Bosch

    AM/FM Radio

    A top-notch construction site radio that can be stored just about anywhere.
    $87

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