Customer Reviews
Wouldn't travel without it! 
2008-09-18
We ordered this radio prior to our six week road trip from California to Georgia and back this late spring. We not only used it in the truck when there were no radio station signals to warn of impending weather, but also in our travel trailer at night. More than once we were alerted to a tornado warning (Texas & Louisiana) and severe weather warning (Georgia). It saved us from damage when we were alerted to a severe hailstorm and high wind warning one afternoon and got our awning down just in time, others were not as lucky. Great product!
Weather raidio 2008-09-17
For anyone looking for a small weather radio, this is the best I have ever seen. It is smaller than a cell phone, easy to carry, has adjustable sound, and does what is advertises.
I recommend it highly for anyone looking for this type of device.
Did not work 
2008-08-15
I had high hopes for this based on other reviews. I was looking for a small weather alert radio for camping with the Boy Scouts so we could be alerted to thunderstorms. Out of the package, this radio did not work....if you jiggled the power switch enough, you might hear NOAA broadcasts for a couple of minutes, then it would die again. The alert function never worked with a severe storm aproaching.
good, inexpensive weather radio 2008-07-19
This isn't the fanciest weather radio in the world, but it is inexpensive and very portable. There is sometimes some static on the broadcast, but I'm pretty sure that is coming from the broadcast itself and not being caused by the radio, since my last weather radio sounded about the same. There are a couple things to keep in mind about the "alert" feature, if you are buying it for that.
1) It will drain your batteries while it is in the alert mode, and you won't know when you run out - so if you're looking for one to be constantly on alert mode in your home, you should look for one of the ones that plugs into the wall.
2) It isn't limited by location or type of alert, just if there is any alert being broadcast by the station it is picking up, it will go off - for instance once it gave me an alert for thunderstorms in a city 50 miles from here.
However, for my purposes this radio is perfect - I leave it completely off most of the time, but when I hear the severe weather sirens go off outside or there are really strong winds blowing things around, I turn it on and listen to the broadcast. Then if it's bad and I have to seek shelter I can carry the radio with me and know when it is safe to come out.
Right Product ... Easy Price 
2008-07-09
I've only had this little weather radio for a few days but, so far, it works well. Nice to get a product that is what you need without unnecessary extras and find it at a very affordable price.
This little (think 'palm sized') weather radio pulls in your local NOA weather recording. You can set the alert button and adjust the volume and that's about it. It has a decent antenna (the nature of weather channels is to have some static).
The instructions are microscopic but adequate. HINT: To insert the three AAA batteries, it is best to remove the belt clip (simply unscrew it). I discarded both the belt clip and the hand strap as they just get in the way.
This is a little plastic weather radio that probably won't last forever ... but, for the price and what it does, it is enough to tell me if a burricane is comin' and whether it is time to batten down the hatches (storm shutters). Good enough.
Does the Job 2008-07-07
Midland Pocket Weather Alert Radio, SAVE TODAY! Dependable weather monitoring you can take just about anywhere. When the sky starts looking like trouble, get the 411 with help from the experts at Midland. Receive 24-hours-a-day National Weather Bureau broadcasts from this handheld Radio. Operation is easy even in a crisis... the ALERT system turns on when a dangerous weather or civil emergency is reported and automatically scans all NOAA weather channels. 6" telescoping antenna keeps the signal loud and clear, even if you're seeking shelter. Small enough to fit in a pocket, purse or backpack. Measures only 7 x 4 1/2 x 2 2/3"h. Weighs just 5 ozs. Stay safe. Plan ahead and order this Pocket Weather Radio today! Midland Pocket Weather Alert Radio
weather radion 2008-06-23
While the size is nice, the durability is suspect. The back side
sliding battery door pin broke and now the panel won't stay on.
The reception is poor and very scratchy. I would suggest you forget
this model and buy a home unit with battery backup that allows it to
become portable.
mixed feelings 
2008-06-22
It is lightweight, can be attached to belt or waist band. I prefer a stronger signal, with a louder warning alarm.
I had bought a pocket size weather alert radio from Radio Shack a fair number of yrs ago which shames this Midland hands down. With the current technology I don't know why Midland didn't make a better product.
My 2 cents; If you live in Tornado Alley, do not depend on this as your only weather alert radio, esp. for home. It's ok for the field -better than nothing (altho better to have something with lightning detection added if used for the field). In this case you get what you pay for. Just my opinion.
midland weather NOAA radio HH50 2008-06-19
Just received this radio this morning, inserted 3 AAA batteries, and bingo. Picked up all stations in this area. this little radio by Midland is just SUPER. It does it all, very simple, and works like a charm.
Recommend buy rechargeable batteries and charger for the long haul.
Buy this radio, sound is A1, nothing complicated at all....BUY-BUY----
Small, but powerful 2008-06-14
This radio is much smaller than I thought it would be, but it works great. I live in an area where reception stinks, but this radio gets terrific reception. Now that thunderstorm season is here, this radio will come in handy. It's a basic weather radio, which is just what I wanted.
