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Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio

Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio
alaScore 73

63 reviews

May, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 63 reviews of Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the battery and durability. The usability and sound also get good views.

portability, sound, usability, durability, battery

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 73/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Sony S2 Sports Walkman SRF-M85W - Personal radio from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the sound and headphones. The size and portability are also mentioned favorably. Many are critical about the usability.

portability, size, headphones, sound

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Nathaniel Wilkins (cnet.com)

Sony S2 Sports Headphones review

 

Editor's note: We have changed the rating in this review to reflect recent changes in our rating scale. Click here to find out more. Intended for active pursuits such as jogging and exercising, Sony's MDR-A35G headphones ($19.99 list) are lightweight...

Lightweight and compact sports design; secure, comfortable fit; collapsible headband; decent sound quality.

No carrying case; dual-cord design more prone to tangles.

The MDR-A35G headphones are ideal for active pursuits, such as jogging.

Jul, 2004

Consumer review (sony.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.

Light weight, durable comfortable

Nov, 2011

Consumer review (sony.com)

Real Disappointment

 

I like listening to radio when I exercize. So, I was really happy to see this product come on the market. However, it has not lived up at all the high quality I have experienced in Sony products owned previously.

None

The whole thing

Apr, 2011

Consumer review (sony.com)

I think People forget how AM radios work.

 

This is a great AM radio. I think people forget how AM radios work. The antenna is internal, and requires constant positioning, to achieve optimal reception. Unless you live in a large city with multiple, high-strength AM stations nearby, you won't be...

intuitive

none

Dec, 2010

Consumer review (sony.com)

Junk

 

The S2 model has very poor reception, and I will not buy another S2. It is useless. A radio with no reception? Sony, what were you thinking? I was able to locate a refurbished older model, so I am okay for now. Unless Sony corrects the reception...

None

Very Poor Recption

Aug, 2010

Consumer review (sony.com)

Garbage

 

This is a waste of your money. Their older models which had 2 AAA batteries had more power to capture a signal and produce a great audio tone. This is a one battery waste of money. I purchased as a gift and can't return since its more than 30 days....

It's little, but then again so is a small rock

Weak power. Static and unable to capture any signal causing horrible audio

Jan, 2010

Consumer review (sony.com)

SONY SRF-M85W SPORTS WALKMAN REVIEW

 

A morning commute to the city on the Staten Island ferry, a relay track event, the sailboat race on the lake, an aerobic exercise routine at the gym, the morning jog, up-to-date weather forecasts on the fishing trip, a handy car ride companion for a...

FM/AM/WB Reception, Mega Bass Sound, High Output Power, Water-Resistant

N/A

Consumer review (sony.com)

Very weak reception in major metropolitan area

 

Doesn't receive FM stations very well at all. Must be the one AAA battery or the antenna design. Something is flawed in this device

Armband, clock, timer

WEAK RECEPTION ... Disappointing

Consumer review (abt.com)

The Best!

 

Bought this to enjoy my daily walks as I recover from heart surgery. Love it! Great reception and plenty of presets. Easy to fit, comfortable to use. Would recommend to anyone who seeks an entertainment source while exercising!

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

May, 2015

Consumer review (abt.com)

Armband Radio

 

I have owned several of these radios. I usually end up replacing them within a couple years because the Velcro band wears out. You cannot replace just the band, unfortunately.

Durable ; Good Sound Quality ; Lightweight

Strap does not hold well

May, 2015

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