Deciding on whether to buy a product like EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Clock Radio or perhaps SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Radio? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABﱓ Bluetooth Clock Radio vs SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABﱓ Bluetooth Radio

EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABﱓ Bluetooth Clock Radio specs

EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABﱓ Bluetooth Clock Radio
SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABﱓ Bluetooth Radio specs

SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABﱓ Bluetooth Radio
Type: Portable radio

Type: Portable clock radio

Output power: 10 W

Colour: Cream and white

Colour: Rose & bee

SPEAKERS

FEATURES

Channels: 2.0

Screen: – LCD screen
– Current station
– Bluetooth connectivity

Output power: – Mains RMS: 6 W (3 W + 3 W)
– Battery RMS: 1.6 W (0.8 W + 0.8 W)

Playback via USB: Yes

Speaker unit: Full range x 2

Playback via aux-in: Yes

Speaker sound level: 65 dB(A)

TUNER

Frequency: 100 – 16,000 Hz

RADIO / CLOCK

Digital tuner: – DAB
– DAB+

Analogue tuner: FM

Radio: – DAB: 174.928 –239.200 MHz
– FM: 87.5 – 108 MHz

Internet radio: No

Presets: – 10 DAB presets
– 10 FM presets

Radio bandwidths supported: – DAB: BAND III 5A-13F
– FM: 87.5 MHz-108 MHz

Auto tuning: Yes

Auto tuning: Yes

Display: LCD display with white backlight

Radio presets: – 10 DAB+ presets
– 10 FM presets

Clock: Yes

Antenna: Extendable, fixed

Alarm: – Buzzer alarm
– Radio alarm
– Dual alarm
– Daily / weekday / weekend / once

POWER

Snooze function: Yes

CONNECTIVITY

Power source: – Mains
– Battery

Battery type: Rechargeable

Inputs: 3.5 mm jack

Battery life: Up to 76 hours

Outputs: 3.5 mm jack

Auto power off / dimmer: Yes

WiFi: No

CONNECTIONS

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0

POWER

Inputs: 3.5 mm jack x 1

Outputs: 3.5 mm jack x 1

Power options: – Mains
– AA battery x 4

USB: USB 2.0 x 1

Battery life: Up to 5 hours

USB charging: Yes

Auto standby / power off mode: Yes

USB play & charge: Yes

GENERAL

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0

Maximum wireless/Bluetooth range: 10 m

Box contents: – Sandstrom SL-DBTC18 Portable DAB+/FM Bluetooth Radio
– Line-in cable
– User manual

NFC: Yes

Dimensions: 155 x 265 x 111 mm (H x W x D)

App: – View Quest app
– For iOS & Android

Weight: 1.53 kg

App features: – Switch source
– Skip tracks
– Change volume
– Manage EQ presets
– Standby/wake up

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 1 year

App store: – Apple App Store
– Google Play Store

CLOCK

Buzz alarm: Yes

Radio alarm: Yes

Price: £129.99

Price: £39.99

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 8.3 / 10

Review Score: 8.8 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Clock Radio or SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Radio, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 101 products in the same category as EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Clock Radio, which is the Radios category. Of these 101 products the average price was £95.37, the most expensive was £269.99 and the cheapest was just £2.97. We then looked at the price of the 101 in the same as the SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Radio, which of course the average was £95.37, top price was £269.99 and cheapest £2.97.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from Vq and Sandstrom, the average was £114.60 for Vq, £37.15 for Sandstrom. The max for each was £249.99/£129.99 and minimum was £19.99/£3.97

Price analysis of EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABﱓ Bluetooth Clock Radio

Price analysis of SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABﱓ Bluetooth Radio

  • EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Clock Radio
  • LCD display
  • 10 presets
  • Alarm / snooze function
  • Mains / battery powered
  • Up to 76 hours battery life
  • Top features: – DAB, DAB+ and FM radio so you can tune in to digital and analogue broadcasts – Wireless connection for you to enjoy music from your own playlist or from streaming services – Exciting vintage design with colours and patterns to match your style – VQ App on Android or iOS so you can control your radio hands-free DAB, DAB+ and FM radio Listen to news, views, sports, music and much more on the Emma Bridgewater VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DAB+/FM Bluetooth Radio. Enjoy access to an unlimited range of digital and analogue stations across the UK and Europe. Select from popular pre-set stations or discover your own niche programs. Exciting vintage design Take the portable radio on picnics in the park or to relax by the sea. Wherever you listen to your VQ Hepburn Mk II, the vintage design, and exciting colours and patterns will be noticed. Embellished with quality leatherette, this radio compliments any interior d√©cor. Wireless connection In addition to the endless list of radio stations, you can connect your smartphone, tablet or MP3 player to the Emma Bridgewater DAB+/FM Radio’s Bluetooth speakers to enjoy your own playlists and streaming services such as Spotify. Plug your CD player into the 3.5 mm aux input or USB charging port for even more music options. VQ App on Android or iOSThe VQ App lets you control the radio’s functionality with your Android or iOS phone. With your entire listening experience in the palm of your hands, you can control your radio from the other side of the room.
  • Product codes: 5060169715035
  • SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Radio
  • 20 presets
  • Alarm / snooze function
  • Mains / battery powered
  • Up to 5 hours battery life
  • Aux-in
  • Top features: – DAB+ offers crisp and clear radio playback- Bluetooth 5.0 lets you play music from your phone, without draining power- Dual alarm helps you and your partner wake up when you both need to – Portable playback with four AA batteries, ideal for days in the park DAB+ Wake up to the sound of your favourite radio DJ with the Sandstrom SL-DBTC18 Portable DAB+/FM Bluetooth Radio. Featuring a DAB+ tuner, you’ll hear new music and talk shows in much better quality. And with an FM tuner too, there’s plenty of stations to listen to. 20 presets for both DAB+ and FM stations mean you can switch to the show you want to hear with easy navigation. Bluetooth 5.0Whether you want to hear your favourite album, DJ mix or podcast, your auxilliary cable isn’t necessary. Bluetooth 5.0 means you can hook your phone up wirelessly and hear the artists you love in crystal clear quality, without draining your device’s battery. Free from the hassle of cables, you’re not tethered to the Sandstrom SL-DBTC18 when you’re selecting a song. So, it’s the perfect function when you’re getting ready for the day.Dual alarm Whether you look forward to a lie-in on weekends, or you leave the house at a different time to your partner, the Sandstrom SL-DBTC18’s dual alarm makes life easier. Set two separate alarms so that you both wake up when you need to. And with snooze control, you’re easily able to steal those precious extra minutes of sleep. Portable playback The Sandstrom SL-DBTC18 Radio isn’t just great for waking you up in the morning. With space for four AA batteries, the radio is great for listening in the garden, picnics in the park and summer outings. With up to five hours battery life, you’ve got plenty of time to hear your own tunes and discover new songs on the radio. With a carry handle, the SL-DBTC18 Radio is easy to take with you wherever you go.
  • Product codes: 5017416767033

What’s better EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Clock Radio or SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Radio?

There are obviously a number of differences between EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Clock Radio and SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Radio, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £129.99 cost of EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Clock Radio is closer to the expectation you had than the £39.99 pricep point of SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Radio.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Clock Radio and SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Radio. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Clock Radio scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas SANDSTROM SL-DBTC18 Portable DABÔ±ì Bluetooth Radio scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Radios as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



EMMA BRIDGEWATE by EMMA BRIDGEWATEr VQ Hepburn Mk II Portable DABﱓ Bluetooth Clock Radio



Rating:
8.97 out of
10