Last updated: 20 October 2025

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Reviewed by Carly James, Posh.co.uk Editor and former Which? magazine contributor. With years of hands-on testing experience, Carly specializes in evaluating bathroom electronics for real-world performance and durability.

If you just want to get clean, then having a shower is probably a better option than having a bath. If, however, you want to enjoy getting soaked in hot water, then you need more than just a quick spell under a spray. You need some decent shower products and time to enjoy them. You also need music and for that, you need a shower radio. The good news is, shower radios have been getting better and better over the years so you can now get some great ones.

If you're in the market for a shower radio and just want some recommendations, then please head straight down to our review section. If you'd like to know a bit more about shower radios, then please keep reading.

How We Evaluate Shower Radios

Our recommendations combine manufacturer specifications, verified UK retailer data, independent testing sources, and where we've had access, direct hands-on experience. We focus on the factors that matter most for safe, reliable performance in wet bathroom environments.

What We Look For

• Performance & reliability: Water resistance ratings (IPX4-IPX7), battery life, signal reception quality (DAB/FM), and audio clarity in wet environments
• Build quality: Materials, waterproof sealing, construction standards, and expected lifespan with regular bathroom exposure
• Ease of use: Intuitive controls when wet, mounting options, visibility of displays in steam, and setup requirements
• Value: Features and performance relative to typical UK pricing, including battery type and connectivity options
• Safety: IP certifications, electrical safety standards, and known issues with specific models

Note: Where exact measurements aren't available from manufacturers, we provide clearly marked estimates. We never list live prices—our focus is on function, features, and value.

A buyer's guide to shower radios

Shower radios have to be waterproof. Most of them are designed to be placed out of the direct range of the spray, but they're invariably going to get some water on them. Speaking of water, some shower radios have headphone jacks. Never use these in the shower. You could be electrocuted!

They also have to be able to work independently of the mains. Most shower radios use batteries. A few work on kinetic energy (wind-up radios). These do save on replacing batteries and are therefore better for your wallet and the environment. 

Battery-operated shower radios are available in both DAB and FM formats (some even support both). DAB gives you more station choices and better audio quality. It does, however, need a lot more power than FM. Also, DAB is basically "on or off", whereas FM will generally give you some sort of reception even if it's not perfect. No-battery shower radios are, currently, always FM and it's an open question if they'll ever support DAB.

Likewise, some battery-operated shower radios will support Bluetooth so you can stream audio from a mobile device while keeping it well clear of the steam and spray from the shower. This may be convenient but it's also a significant drain on the battery. The power consumption is (at this point) way too much for wind-up shower radios.

Most shower radios have just one speaker, again, this is to minimize power drain. Even though they're intended to be used when water is running (and making a noise) one speaker is generally fine because you'll generally be standing quite close to your shower radio.

Some shower radios are designed to be fixed to the wall. Others will have suction cups or hooks (or both) so you can take them in and out of the shower. This means you can also use them as regular portable radios. They can be particularly handy if you want music outdoors as they can stand up to a bit of light rain. 

Many shower radios have clocks and a few have alarms. If this matters to you, make sure that you look for a shower radio which has a clear screen and an alert you're going to hear over the noise of the shower. Last but not least, the best shower radios are also easy to work.

Best shower radio - roundup

Here is our selection of what we think are the best shower radios on the UK market. We've picked a selection for different needs, tastes and budgets. We think they all offer great value for money.

Editors Pick

AZATOM DAB+ FM Shower Radio Shower

Runner Up

Majority IPX-5 Waterproof Portable DAB Radio

Best Budget

I-Box Portable Shower DAB Radio

Best shower signal radio

Sony ICFS80.CE7 Splash Proof Shower Radio

Best for: Long battery life in signal-poor areas

If you live in a signal black-spot, but still want music in your shower, then this is the best shower radio for you. It sticks to AM/FM (presumably because it's meant for places which can't pick up DAB), but that still gives you a decent range of channels. It also means the battery life is great. Since this is a Sony shower radio, it looks as good as it sounds and the controls are very intuitive.

What We Like:

• FM/AM reception with auto power-off timer
• Up to 100 hours on 3 × C batteries
• IPX4 splash-proof design with hanging strap
• 5 station presets for quick access
• Compact 145 × 128 × 62 mm footprint

What Could Be Better:

• No DAB support
• Sound quality limited by single 7.7 cm mono speaker

Specification	Value
Radio formats	AM, FM
Bluetooth	No
Water resistance	IPX4
Power source	3 × C batteries
Battery life	Up to 100 hours
Speaker power	0.5 watts
Mounting options	Strap holes/suction cup
Presets	5
Alarm clock	Clock/timer
Weight	375 grams
Dimensions	145 × 128.4 × 62.1 mm

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Best no-battery shower radio

Draper Wind Up Waterproof AM/FM Radio - Silver

Best for: Battery-free emergency shower use

Although this is sold as a wind-up radio, it also comes with a USB to DC charging cable. We think the general idea is that you use the charging cable to do most of the work and then just use the hand-crank for top-ups. It's up to you if you do. We'll be the first to say that this shower radio isn't exactly the most stylish we've ever seen and the sound quality is decent rather than great. On the other hand, it's priced reasonably and it's the best wind-up shower radio we've found.

What We Like:

• Hand-crank plus USB charging options
• AM/FM tuner—no reliance on digital reception
• Compact dimensions for portability
• Decent sound quality for voice/audio alerts

What Could Be Better:

• Limited battery backup (hand-crank yields ~20 min per minute crank)
• No presets or alarm clock

Specification	Value
Radio formats	AM, FM
Bluetooth	No
Water resistance	IPX4
Power source	Hand-crank + USB + AAA (optional)
Battery life	Variable (~10 hours on 3 × AAA or USB charge)
Battery capacity	~300 mAh Ni-MH
Speaker power	1 watt
Mounting options	None
Presets	None
Alarm clock	No
Weight	308 grams
Dimensions	157 × 74 × 53 mm

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Best DAB shower radio

Majority Eversden DAB/DAB+ Digital & FM Rechargeable Portable Bathroom Shower Radio

Best for: Children's and basic bathroom listening

There are lots of novelty shower radios out there, but to be blunt, all the ones we've seen have been way overpriced for what they offer. This shower radio is basic but it's priced accordingly. The sound quality is decent, certainly good enough for children. It's easy to use and you get a reasonable five hours of battery life. Basically, if you want something to put at "kid-height" to keep them happy in the shower, we'd choose this shower radio over any novelty shower radio we've found.

What We Like:

• DAB+ / FM tuner with 20 presets
• Up to 15 hours battery on 3000 mAh Li-ion battery
• Bluetooth streaming + 3.5 mm jack for private listening
• IPX5 waterproof silicone exterior
• Dual alarms and dimmable LCD display

What Could Be Better:

• Mono speaker only
• Buttons small and fiddly when wet

Specification	Value
Radio formats	DAB+, FM
Bluetooth	Yes
Water resistance	IPX5
Power source	Rechargeable Li-ion (3000 mAh)
Battery life	Up to 15 hours
Speaker power	Mono (unspecified)
Mounting options	Silicone loop / flat
Presets	20
Alarm clock	Dual alarms + sleep timer
Weight	490 grams
Dimensions	53 × 138 × 159 mm

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Best shower radio for students/young renters

Hydro-Beat Bluetooth Portable Waterproof Shower Radio

Best for: Mood-lighting and calls during shower

First up, this shower radio comes with a decent suction cup. That makes it easy to attach to a bathroom wall (and lots of other places). It's easy enough to get off again too. That means if you're in a student hall or share-house, you can stick it on the wall when you're in the shower and take it with you when you leave. It also means it has extra functionality as a portable radio.

Speaking of functionality, it only offers FM radio, but that's boosted by Bluetooth which lets you play even more content over the IPX7 speaker. There's also an integrated microphone for those calls you must take. The fun touch is the 10 LED mood lights and the sensible one is a very decent six hours of battery life. We love the fact that it charges over a standard micro USB connection. That means if you lose the included cable, it should be easy to replace.

We were very impressed with the build quality. It definitely justifies the price, especially when you consider how good the sound quality is. This shower radio is clearly meant to stand up to being used. We also approve of the very intuitive user interface.

What We Like:

• IPX7 fully waterproof rating for submersion safety
• 6 hours battery life per charge
• Integrated LED mood lights (10 colours) for ambiance
• Built-in microphone for hands-free calls
• Strong suction cup and hook for flexible mounting

What Could Be Better:

• Only FM + Bluetooth (no DAB)
• No presets or alarm features

Specification	Value
Radio formats	FM
Bluetooth	Yes
Water resistance	IPX7
Power source	Rechargeable Li-ion (~1000 mAh)
Battery life	Up to 6 hours
Speaker power	3 watts
Mounting options	Suction cup / hook
Presets	None
Alarm clock	No
Weight	250 grams
Dimensions	ø75 × 75 mm

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Best shower radio for kids

Neuftech Mini Portable Waterproof Resistant Wireless Bluetooth Stereo Shower Speaker

Best for: Shower-height children's listening

There are lots of novelty shower radios out there, but to be blunt, all the ones we've seen have been way overpriced for what they offer. This shower radio is basic but it's priced accordingly. The sound quality is decent, certainly good enough for children. It's easy to use and you get a reasonable five hours of battery life. Basically, if you want something to put at "kid-height" to keep them happy in the shower, we'd choose this shower radio over any novelty shower radio we've found

What We Like:

• IPX7 waterproof protection for drops into water
• Compact 'tactile rubber' housing for durability
• Bluetooth + FM reception for mixed listening
• 5 hours battery life per charge
• Very loud, clear audio given small driver size

What Could Be Better:

• Voice prompts can be loud/obtrusive
• No digital tuner (no DAB)
• No presets or alarms

Specification	Value
Radio formats	FM
Bluetooth	Yes
Water resistance	IPX7
Power source	Rechargeable Li-ion (~600 mAh)
Battery life	Up to 5 hours
Speaker power	3 watts
Mounting options	Suction cup
Presets	None
Alarm clock	No
Weight	200 grams
Dimensions	90 × 90 × 45 mm

Our recommendation is based on features and performance—not price. If you buy via our links, we may earn a commission.

Best shower radio - in short

In short, the best shower radio for you is the one which offers the right balance of features, sound quality and battery life at a reasonable price. You need it to be easy to use and good looks are a nice bonus.