Reddit reviews Emergency Radios, Esky Hand Crank Radio Weather Radios Solar Self Powered AM/FM/NOAA Radio with 2000mAh Rechargeable Battery, 3W Flashlight and Loudly Alarm (Orange)
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Boost Up The Brightness! Esky’s built in 3W flashlight is now 3 times more powerful than the previous model4 charges in 1 - means Esky is always charged up and ready to go when you need it. With USB docks, solar panel, hand crank, or 3 AAA batteries (not included)Power you can bank on – never let your phone battery go flat! Esky comes with USB and Micro USB so you can amp up your charge even when the wall outlets are outBigger better battery capacity – Upgraded 2000mAh rechargeable battery provides up to 10 hours of light or 8 hours of radio time on a single chargeSos alarm and AM/FM/nova radio – send out emergency signals and keep informed on latest weather reports when the black outs are rolling
I have this one made by Esky - it's actually below your price range; but I've used it a fair amount and can vouch for it. Has crank, solar, and battery and can charge USB devices.
I have had very good luck with this.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LYYUJAT/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
So, if you are going to use headphones, like at all I would suggest getting this.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01L1NP7YI/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Handy for any headphone application. I carry one in my edc.
Eh, I'd spend $10 more and get something like this with a built-in radio and crank/wall charging/solar charging/AA battery charging capabilities. It's a few dollars more for a lot more flexibility and functionality.
Between that, an 18650 headlamp, a solar-chargeable LED lantern, I've got reliable electronic light for months.
Ultimately it's up to what you think you need. Something like that hand-crank flashlight may be a good backup light source for a get home bag ... but I think there are better options for a multi-day bugout, especially if you need to keep on the move as much as possible.
I tossed in a bic mini and a clippers lighter. I personally prefer clipper lighters over bics and bought a bulk set online ages ago when I used to smoke. They are really good quality, refillable, and have a removable and replaceable Flint. From experience, they are better with wind too.
I also tossed a set of diamond greenlight matches I had laying around. They aren't waterproof but I know they are decent and last a long time since I just replaced them after buying bulk set 3 years ago.
As for radio, sadly this kit didn't come with one but I plan to find one to toss in. Looking for a quality mechanical light and radio combo. Like this one but wanting one that's an AOE one and not a targeted one.
Yea, there definitely things in this kit I would have never thought about