Best Wi-Fi Internet Radios to Buy
Internet radio puts tens of thousands of live stations in your kitchen, office or bedroom — local news from your hometown, jazz from Paris, salsa from Cali. A dedicated device makes it as simple as the old kitchen radio: switch it on, press a preset, done.
We compared the devices people actually use for this: classic-looking Wi-Fi radios with real buttons, smart speakers you can ask for a station by name, and small streamers that turn the speakers you already own into an internet radio.
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Our picks
- 1Best overall
Como Audio Solo
A handsome tabletop radio that does it all: internet radio over Wi-Fi, FM, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect. The cabinet sounds fuller than its size suggests, and the remote and presets make daily listening effortless.
- Internet radio, FM, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect in one box
- Warm, room-filling sound
- Physical preset buttons and a remote
Best for: A living room or kitchen radio you will use every day.
- 2Best classic design
Sangean WFR-28
Sangean has been making radios for decades, and it shows: the WFR-28 is a compact, no-nonsense Wi-Fi radio with FM, a clear colour display and dedicated preset keys. It is the closest thing to a traditional radio, just with the whole world on it.
- Simple, familiar controls
- Wi-Fi internet radio plus FM
- Compact enough for a bedside table
Best for: Listeners who want buttons, not apps.
- 3Best for music lovers
Roberts Stream 94i
A larger, stereo-capable radio from the British brand Roberts, combining internet radio with DAB+ and FM and Spotify Connect. The bigger cabinet gives it more bass than typical kitchen radios.
- Internet radio, DAB+ and FM
- Spotify Connect built in
- Bigger sound than compact radios
Best for: Music listening in a larger room.
- 4Best budget
Ocean Digital WR-336N
One of the most affordable ways into dedicated internet radio. It is small and basic, but it connects over Wi-Fi, stores your favourite stations as presets and also receives FM.
- Low cost of entry
- Wi-Fi internet radio plus FM
- Small footprint
Best for: A second radio for the office, garage or workshop.
- 5Best all-in-one
Pure Evoke Home
An all-in-one music system that puts internet radio, DAB+ and FM alongside a CD player and Bluetooth. Ideal if you still own CDs and want one tidy box instead of a stack of devices.
- Internet radio, DAB+ and FM
- Built-in CD player
- Replaces several devices
Best for: Households with a CD collection.
- 6Best for the bedroom
Grace Digital Mondo+
A compact Wi-Fi internet radio from a brand that has focused on internet radio for years. Its alarm and sleep features make it a natural replacement for a clock radio.
- Dedicated Wi-Fi internet radio
- Alarm and sleep timer
- Compact bedside size
Best for: Waking up to your favourite station.
- 7Best sound
Sonos Era 100
Not a radio in the classic sense, but one of the best-sounding compact speakers you can buy. The Sonos app includes internet radio services, it streams over Wi-Fi, supports AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth, and can grow into a multi-room system.
- Excellent sound for its size
- Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth
- Expandable to multi-room
Best for: Listeners who care most about audio quality.
- 8Best voice control
Amazon Echo Dot
The easiest way to say "play" and a station name and have it start. Alexa can play thousands of internet radio stations through services such as TuneIn, and the Dot is small enough to put anywhere.
- Hands-free station requests
- Very compact
- Doubles as a smart-home hub
Best for: Kitchens and anyone with busy hands.
- 9Best for existing speakers
WiiM Mini
A tiny streamer that plugs into a stereo, powered speakers or an old hi-fi and adds Wi-Fi streaming. It supports AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect, and its app gives you access to internet radio services.
- Reuses speakers you already own
- AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect
- Very small and discreet
Best for: Giving an old hi-fi a second life.
How to choose an internet radio
Internet radio vs DAB+ vs FM
FM and DAB+ are broadcast over the air: they work without internet, but you only hear the stations that reach your area. Internet radio streams over Wi-Fi, so you can listen to stations from any country as long as you are online. Many devices combine all three, which is handy if your connection drops or you want local traffic and news over the air.
Where the station list comes from
Dedicated internet radios don't host stations themselves: they rely on an online station directory chosen by the manufacturer, and smart speakers rely on services such as TuneIn. If a niche station you love is missing, check whether the device lets you add a stream URL manually or use a companion app.
Presets matter more than you think
The feature you will use most is the preset button. Look for physical presets (or a remote) so that switching to your morning station takes one press instead of scrolling through menus.
Sound and size
Small cabinets are fine for talk radio and news. For music, a bigger cabinet, a stereo model or a quality smart speaker makes a real difference. If you already own good speakers, a streamer like the WiiM Mini is often the best-sounding option for the money.
No device? Listen in your browser
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Frequently asked questions
Do internet radios work without a subscription?
Yes. Live internet radio stations are free to listen to; you only need a Wi-Fi connection. Some devices also offer optional paid music services.
How much data does internet radio use?
It depends on the stream bitrate. A typical 128 kbps stream uses roughly 60 MB per hour, which is negligible on a home Wi-Fi connection.
Can I listen to stations from other countries?
Yes — that is the main advantage of internet radio. A few stations restrict their stream by region for rights reasons, but the vast majority can be heard worldwide.
Is a smart speaker as good as a dedicated internet radio?
For voice control and sound quality, often yes. A dedicated radio wins on physical presets, FM/DAB+ backup and simplicity for people who prefer buttons to apps or voice commands.
Can I listen to internet radio without buying a device?
Absolutely. On ArtisFind you can play thousands of live stations for free in any web browser, on a computer, tablet or phone.
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