Rank #6 in Best DAB Radios 2026: 9 Ranked, and the 30W Claim That Doesn't Add Up
MangoKit MD3 DAB+ Radio, 2.4in Colour Display (Walnut)
- Rating
- 4.3
- Ratings
- 1,363
- Rank
- #6
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The MangoKit MD3 is a DAB, DAB+ and FM radio with Bluetooth, a 2.4in colour display and a walnut finish, priced at £26.99. It takes sixth place in this guide, and on Amazon it is listed 18th in Portable DAB Radios with 4.3 out of 5 from 1,363 ratings — 66% of those ratings are five-star, against 8% at one star.
The number worth checking on this listing is not a wattage, because the MD3 listing quotes none. It is the playtime: up to 12 hours, which the listing ties to 4 × AA batteries that are not included. That is a different kind of claim from the sealed battery packs elsewhere in this guide, because how long the MD3 actually runs depends on the cells you put in it. The same specs block also lists a Voltage of 5 Volts, which fits the USB-C input, and a Frequency of 50 Hz, which does not describe DAB or FM tuning. Every figure on this page is taken from the Amazon listing, not from a test of our own.
How those 1,363 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.3 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £26.99 |
|---|---|
| Brand and model | MangoKit MD3 |
| Rating | 4.3 out of 5 from 1,363 ratings |
| Stated playtime | Up to 12 hours on 4 × AA batteries (not included) |
| Power | USB-C cable included; mains, power bank or USB port; 5 Volts (as listed) |
| Presets | 40 across DAB, DAB+ and FM |
| Display | 2.4in colour screen |
| Best Sellers Rank | 18th in Portable DAB Radios (as listed) |
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best DAB Radios 2026: 9 Ranked, and the 30W Claim That Doesn't Add Up.
Questions people ask
Does the MangoKit MD3 come with batteries?
No. The listing states it runs on 4 × AA batteries which are not included; the box contents are listed as a USB-C cable.
How long does the MangoKit MD3 play for?
The listing claims up to 12 hours of portable listening on 4 × AA batteries, or continuous playback when connected by USB-C to mains power, a power bank or a USB port.
How many stations can I save on the MD3?
Up to 40 presets across DAB, DAB+ and FM, according to the listing, with quick preset recall.
Can I use headphones with the MangoKit MD3?
Yes. The listing describes a 3.5mm headphone jack for personal listening, alongside the speaker and a 360 degree rotating telescopic antenna.
Does the MD3 have an alarm and sleep timer?
Yes. The listing gives two separate alarms, one for weekdays and one for weekends, with wake-up by radio or buzzer, a snooze button and a sleep timer of up to 60 minutes.
What do the MangoKit MD3 reviews say about value?
The listing carries 4.3 out of 5 from 1,363 ratings at £26.99; the rating breakdown shows 66% at five stars and 8% at one star.
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