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๐Ÿ“ป Convenient and Compact iLive Wireless Under Cabinet Bluetooth FM Radio with Mounting Hardware (IKB318S) Review

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Details

Power SourceBattery Powered
BrandILive
ColorBlue
Hardware InterfaceBluetooth
Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth
Item Weight2.2 Pounds
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Description of ๐Ÿ“ป Convenient and Compact iLive Wireless Under Cabinet Bluetooth FM Radio with Mounting Hardware (IKB318S)

Included components: Owner's Manual. Power source type: Battery Powered.

Reviews

Global ratings 8
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Type of review

This is exactly what I wanted and at a great price - no frills or extras, just what I needed: a basic radio and bluetooth speaker under the kitchen cabinet. The presence of an additional timer is convenient. I already have lighting under the closet, but it would be nice if you didn't have it. My closet takes up about an inch of space underneath and thankfully fits almost flush without the use of the included spacers. The screws are the right length so they can be used without spacers.

Pros
  • GOLS certified
Cons
  • The list will be long.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Wouldn't buy again

The sound isn't the best, there isn't enough bass. The watch's display is a bit odd, if you get too close you won't be able to see what it's showing (see photo), if you're around 5ft 6in or smaller this shouldn't be a problem. I'm 5'10", so standing directly at my counter at the angle I'm looking at it is a problem. Small tip - don't use a drill and don't get too "tight" when installing. The Jamb popped up while tightening it I need to find some epoxy to fix it now before I can install it Inโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Looking forward to it
Cons
  • Can't remember

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Excellent purchase! best among radios

i've wanted something like this for a long time, but with all the mixed reviews and quite expensive radios i kept putting it off. Then I found this radio with pretty good reviews and an amazing price. I didn't come by. Husband installed in 10 minutes! Super easy setup and the radio is awesome! I couldn't be happier. Clear signal, simple step-by-step guide, and you can even connect your phone and play music from Spotify. I would definitely buy this again and again! I'm very happy with it andโ€ฆ

Pros
  • nice packaging
Cons
  • sad packaging

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Control does not work

Looks good. Sounds ok, don't expect much from the size. But the kicker is how awful it is to use. There are twenty presets, and the only way to switch between channels is to use the preset button. And creating presets is not that easy. It automatically dials any unused number, not the preset number you're on. I hate this. Hate it. Which market has twenty stations you want to listen to? We spent a lot of time tuning in to the same 6 channels we keep scrolling. but if the power goes out, it's all

Pros
  • Weight
Cons
  • Some small things

Revainrating 3 out of 5

The radio works. Thoughtless design.

I'm returning the radio. While it has its good points, I found the way the radio was set up just silly. I liked how the radio looked, how well it picked up stations, that it had loads of presets, and that it was very well priced. In my opinion, there are far more bad moments than good ones. The sound is pretty basic and a lot worse than the previous radio I've had in the last 30 years. Radio tuning is annoying because you can't move freely around the dial. It will just "search" for the nextโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Price
Cons
  • Little things

I gave the three main items high marks because they were easy to install, the price was hard to beat and the quality was decent for what was paid. I think the overall score of 3 is fair even with that score. Yes I would buy it again. For my mom, for example. Three main complaints: 1) I don't understand why there is a battery compartment. I figured it was supposed to save time in the event of a power outage, but I've tried three sets of new batteries (all tested well), turned off the power andโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Trial for one year
Cons
  • Only available in white

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Below average but relatively cheap (in many ways!) Under Cabinet Radio

I thought I was buying a new set but turns out I bought a used one. Nowhere in the order was there an indication that I was buying a used device, but I don't rule out operator error. The radio itself was in good condition but without fittings. Anyway, I was able to mount it under the cabinet with my own hardware. In terms of use and operation, my opinion is: Insanely small selection buttons that are difficult to see without a flashlight and magnifying glass (round, tiny black circles with evenโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Don't waste too much time
Cons
  • 0

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Excellent reception/sound quality

I received this unit to replace an old radio under a cupboard because the one I had before didn't receive radio stations well. I chose this model because it has an external antenna cable and not an antenna hidden in the power cord. I really think it changed everything. After installing the unit, I secured the Boundary Wire along the back edge of my kitchen cabinet with rounded wire ties and lifted it up. This gives me excellent reception on my 7 favorite channels without any interference, inโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Nice looks
Cons
  • Some flaws