VQ Dexter DAB/ DAB+ Digital FM Radio - Navy Blue

Looks great

This radio looks good and is such good quality . Its easy to use and works well . I love the fact it's DAB because it means i can get any radio station i want ! I like the contrast between the flowers and the navy blue too .

Rash79, 45 - 54, Edinburgh

Great quality

This little radio is lovely with a very pretty design. The radio was easy to set up and tune. Instructions are easy to read and follow. The sound quality is great and the volume turns up very loud without affecting the quality. The radio is also very small and light so easy to move around the house

Rlouisemag, 35 - 44, York

Poor

Over priced for what it is. Only accepts Bluetooth from other devices. Very disappointed. Would not recommend anyone to purchase.

Unhappy Man, 55 - 64, Glasgow

Laura Ashley DAB radio

This Laura Ashley themed radio/bluetooth speaker was super easy to set up. The instructions are easy to follow. It comes with a usb(c) charging cable, though no plug. It looks really stylish too. Would recommend.

Mumofsix, 45 - 54, East Yorkshire

Stylish little radio with multiple functions

I love the design of this radio with floral print. I was surprised by how small it was in size. It is lightweight too so great if you want a portable radio/speaker. Initially I was concerned it wasn’t picking up many radio channels but when placed next to my other DAB radio they picked up the same amount (which I was pleased about as momentarily thought it wasn’t going to have my favourite!). It must have just been the location initially and also changing position of the aerial. I was also pleasantly surprised to see the Bluetooth option. I have got both a DAB radio and a Bluetooth speaker but it’s great that this is combined and you can switch between the two. You can also set time and alarm. Positive points - radio and bluetooth settings, alarm, small in size, stylish design, easy to use without needing to refer to manual. Negative points - it was light and therefore didn’t feel as high in quality possibly for that reason, mine had a few marks on when unboxing (received free so may be why), sound not as clear as my Bluetooth speaker but that is high end model so unfair to compare. Overall - nice little speaker with multiple functions. It works well and looks good.

Smileyjo08, 25 - 34, Devon

Small but cute radio

The Dexter Laura Ashley radio is a stylish little radio but the pattern around with radio would not be to everyone’s taste. Also I’m not impressed with the trim as in parts it’s coming away from the edge . I struggled to get any radio stations down stairs but when moved upstairs was ok. The radio can be charged up with the cable provided, the cable isn’t very long at all . But when charged can easily be moved anywhere. I would say it’s more suitable for a smaller room , ideal for a caravan as the sound quality would be lost if the volume is turned up too much . You can connect your phone with Bluetooth so can listen to Spotify or other streaming apps . Over all it’s not a bad little radio .

Children, 55 - 64, Midlands

Radio happiness

Reviewed as part of testers program. This is an excellent item that is easy to use and set up. I didn't have to stray to the manual for much which is how I like things as they should be designed to be fairly intuitive. The radio has a decent speaker and sounds good in the room. It finds stations well and stays with them. My wife loved the styling of it and has adopted it for herself while she is sunbathing. It charged up using the usual USB C cable in around 3 hrs and so far seems to retain a good level of charge.

Peter, 55 - 64, Yorkshire

Looks ok, but sound quality not great

The Dexter Laura Ashley radio is a stylish little radio with DAB, DAB+, and FM reception, 60 presets, auto-scan, a single full-range 3W speaker, plus mains via Micro-USB or battery power. It is marketed as a decorative and portable radio that suits a modern and vintage home aesthetic. If you care about how a radio looks in your room, this one scores highly. It has charm, colour, and a visual style that many other bare radios lack. The option to run either off mains via Micro-USB or using batteries is useful. You can move it around, use it outdoors or in places without a socket. For basic functions (switching stations, turning on/off, volume) it is fairly simple. Unfortunately the radio feels lightweight, maybe even a bit cheaply made. The buttons don't feel solid. It gives less of a “premium” feel. Sound over the built-in speaker is adequate for casual listening, but it is not as good as you would expect. Overall the sound lacks depth or clarity when compared with other models. Ans since there is only one speaker, it's mono output; the sound does suffer. For larger rooms or noisy environments, it may struggle to get loud enough without losing power. This radio would be good for someone who wants a radio that looks nice rather than sounding perfect. Would probably be best for use in a small room or places where loud volume is not essential. And for someone valuing portability and aesthetic design over performance. Overall, the VQ Dexter Laura Ashley radio is a good style-focused radio. It gives you a pleasant look and enough functionality for typical casual use. But it does compromise on sound and build quality. If you want a “good enough radio that looks lovely”, this does the job; if you want more in terms of sound, you might need to explore alternatives.

Mumof2, 45 - 54, Lancashire

Modern classic

In a time everyone is using streaming for music the VQ Dexter DAB radio brings back the classics looks with laura Ashley design great lightweight rechargeable making it portable great for camping garden workshop etc

Oz36, 45 - 54, Staffordshire

Cute and stylish

Stylish and cute. Includes DAB, FM and Bluetooth with rechargeable batteries. Perfect for the office environment as it’s nice and compact, it also goes quite loud. FM stations weren’t very clear in my area but I used the DAB and it all worked perfectly.

Denise, 35 - 44, Lancashire