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Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio

Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio

104 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Sound (42)
Battery (17)
Design (8)
Portability (4)
Headphones (1)

Negative
Value for money (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 104 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the usability and portability. The design and battery also get good views. Comments are divided on the size, and many are critical about the value for money.

sound, battery, design, portability, usability

value for money

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other MP3 Players the Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon review summary for the Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio

alaTest has collected and analyzed 38 user reviews of the Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

portability, usability, sound, build quality, value for money

47% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: fromCT (bestbuy.com)

Great for Treadmill/Running

So lightweight with headphones that stay on even when running at high speed on the treadmill. Perfect complement for my iPod as I like to listen to AM radio talk shows at times.

Lightweight, excellent reception

None that I've found so far

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review by: Niki from Richmond, (abt.com)

I love this radio, works great!

i use it at the gym.

Great Reception, Lightweight, Good Sound Quality

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review by: 3dtheaterman (pcrush.com)

Great radio!

This radio is a refurbish and it looks brand new. It came very quickly from SONY direct online and I am very satisfied. The AM reception is excellent and outperforms my older SONY CD/AM/FM/TV/Weather Walkman. The volume on the CD player was toggle and...

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review by: (pcrush.com)

Great radio!

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review by: Ranunculas (pcrush.com)

Great radio

Brought this a couple of years ago for my husband. He hadn't used a Walkman before, but since he started jogging, I thought it was a great idea. HE LOVES IT. He jigs almost every day and loves it. Great simple design. Easy to use.

Nov, 2011

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Consumer review by: Ranunculas (sonystyle.com)

Great radio

Light weight, durable comfortable

Nov, 2011

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Consumer review by: (pcrush.com)

Great radio

Nov, 2011

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Consumer review by: KATHY (abt.com)

LIFE SAVER FOR ME

I SUFFER FROM PANIC ATTACKS SO THIS IS A LIFE SAVER FOR ME. LISTENING TO THE MUSIC AND TAKING A WALK HELPS CALM ME DOWN.IT'S GREAT BECAUSE I JUST PUT IT AROUND MY ARM, TURN ON AND WALK. LOVE IT. THANK YOU

Long Battery Life, Durable, Lightweight, Great Reception, Good Sound Quality

Nov, 2011

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Consumer review by: MeeMa (abt.com)

Wonderful product!

I gave this to my husband and he loves the quality. I would buy this again and again for gifts!

Great Reception, Durable, Lightweight, Good Sound Quality, Long Battery Life

Oct, 2011

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Product Specifications

This lightweight and sleek SRF-M85W S2 Sports Walkman digital stereo armband radio is just what you need to add a serious soundtrack to your exercise routine. The convenient LED display is positioned at the perfect angle for easy glancing during rigorous activity. And featuring an innovative stop watch that lets you record split times, it makes a perfect companion while jogging or competing in any activity where time is a factor. You'll also enjoy the Mega Bass sound system that pumps thrilling sound to the supplied vertical-type sports headphones.