Pure One Flow Review

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As digital radio signals spread around the country we look at what's on the market.

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The Pure One Flow looks old-fashioned even by the retro standards of the digital radio market. But looks matter nothing to us - it's all about performance. The Pure One Flow has certainly packed in the features, with internet radio, wireless connectivity and an in-built charger - and all at a reasonable price. But all this counts for naught if our lab testers didn't like it.Find out what our expert testers thought of the Pure One Flow

Pure One Flow Test Results
CriteriaOur test results
Price$199 AUD
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Pure One Flow Specifications
CriteriaSpecifications
BrandPure
ModelOne Flow
StatusActive
Price ($)199
Dimensions (cm, H x W x D)15 x 21 x 8.5
Weight (kilograms)0.8
Claimed power output, total,W2.5
Number of speakers1
Ethernet inputNo
Stereo 3#5mm Aux input1
USB input1
SD card inputNo
3#5mm headphone1
3#5mm line outNo
Additional speakerNo
Warranty (years)not stated
Power cable length, m1.9
Antenna typetelescopic
AMNo
FMYes
internet radioNo
Number of DAB+ presets30
FM presets10
StreamingYes
Wireless802.11b/g
Live radio pause/ rewindNo
RecordingNo
Clock (in standby)Yes
Display typemonochrome LCD
Info shows bit rate & codecbitrate only
Lines x characters6 x approx. 22
Dimensions (WxH, mm)61 x 25
AC powerYes
Battery typeChargePAK E1 (8800mAh)
RechargeableYes
Batteries suppliedNo
Claimed battery life, (DAB+, h)24
Claimed power output, total, W2.5
Carry HandleNo
Clock has alarms2
Clock has wake to buzzer/toneYes
Clock has wake to DAB+Yes
Clock has wake to internet radioYes
Clock has wake to FM radioYes
Surround sound or other effectsNo
On/Off controlNo
Standby controlbutton
Volume controlknob
Tone controlNo
Tune/scan controlknob
Select controlpress knob
Menu controlbutton
Back controlbutton
Info controlbutton
Dimmer controlNo
Alarm setvia menu
Alarm on/offvia menu
Alarm 2via menu
Alarm mode controlvia menu
Audio source controlbutton
Sleep controlbutton
Snooze controlNo
Play/pause controlNo
Presetsvia button & dial
Country of manufactureChina