Milwaukee 2790-20 Radio
Not only does Milwaukee's 2790-20 radio have great FM-scanning capabilities, it also performed well in extreme temperature tests
Feature
This radio found nearly twice as many stations as any other model in our FM-scan testing, a perk for buyers living in an area with spotty reception. Audio quality is strong on highs and mids but is muddy on bass if the volume knob is past 50%. This model had the largest accessory compartment and one of the tightest seals, which left no trace of dust or water.
Flaw
Rather than a bank of separate memory buttons, this model has a single button to cycle through the 10 radio presets in numerical order, which made navigation tedious. Audio quality suffered after the 3-ft. drop test and stopped functioning altogether after the first drop from 6 ft. The 10-ft. drop cracked the plastic housing and broke the compartment door. This and the Ridgid are the only models that do not charge batteries.
Bottom line
This radio performed well in the dust, water, and extreme temperature tests, and it is easy to clean. It has adequate sound quality and plenty of volume. Its performance in the drop test was subpar, making it a poor choice for anybody working off the ground.
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