Radio for the bathroom: built-in and portable types of radios (70 photos)

04/10/2018 Anastasia Prozheva

As a rule, there is a radio in every home. It improves your mood and allows you to relax or, conversely, recharge your batteries. It is logical that there should be a radio in the bathroom, because this is the room where you can be alone with yourself and listen to good music.

Types of radios for the bathroom

In order to decide on the choice of a suitable shower radio, you need to familiarize yourself with the existing types:

Portable. The radio receiver housing is sealed, therefore it is a completely safe device. You can take it straight into the shower or leave it on the edge of the bathtub without worrying about getting it wet. This type of radio is affordable and runs on batteries. The disadvantage of such a radio is instability, it cannot be attached, and therefore unsuccessful falls are possible.

• Floating. It is attractive because it has a variety of shapes: it could be a boat or a penguin, or a favorite cartoon character. Water protection is similar to the previous type. This radio may have additional functions such as a clock or a backlight. However, such a radio also has disadvantages - it is high cost and the problem of mechanical damage, for example, falling under a strong stream.
• Built-in. If you are still in the process of renovation and are just thinking about how to make a bathroom and what original things to add to it, a built-in radio would be an excellent option. Firstly, you will receive truly high-quality music with excellent sound, and secondly, your guests will appreciate the uniqueness of your music. As for installation, usually a niche in the wall or in a suspended ceiling is used for a built-in radio; the speakers can be attached to the wall. This radio has obvious disadvantages: installation complexity, high price, limited design choice.

Types of radios for the bathroom, which device to choose?

There are only three main types of receivers that are produced specifically for the bathroom - these are portable, floating and built-in bathroom radios.

Portable radio. As a rule, it is manufactured in a sealed case, which is given a special shape. This radio receiver is absolutely safe for use in conditions of high humidity. It operates exclusively on batteries - you can place the receiver in any place convenient for you. You can just as easily hang it on a ledge inside a shower stall or place it on the edge of a bathtub without worrying about the radio falling into the water. The main advantage of such a bathroom receiver is its low cost. The cheapest device in this series of bathroom devices is an analog radio, which, compared to digital, has one drawback - such a device does not remember channels.

Floating radio. In principle, it is practically no different from its portable counterpart. It also operates on batteries; in a similar way, such a receiver is protected from water. Their only difference is the original design. In shape, such radios can resemble a submarine, a waterfowl, or a favorite cartoon character from childhood. This bathroom radio is in most cases equipped with a clock, lighting and even a mirror with an anti-fog effect. The disadvantage of such a receiver is the cost - we can safely say that this type of radio is the most expensive among all similar devices. Built-in radio in the bathroom. If you want to equip your bathroom with really high-quality music, with clear and rich sound in all frequencies, then you can’t think of anything better than a built-in radio. The only thing that can confuse you about such a device is its installation. You will have to provide space in the wall not only for the receiver itself, but also to find small niches for mounting the speaker system. In most cases, speakers are installed in a suspended ceiling - some models of radios are even equipped with special acoustics. According to the method of installation in the ceiling, it is similar to spotlights. An equally common option for mounting speakers is wall mounting. In this regard, the simplest acoustic devices for radio are speakers that are simply hung on the walls

In general, if you do not notice the complexity of installing a built-in radio for the bathroom, then it can be considered the best solution, especially if you take into account the functionality and sound of the speakers correctly distributed in the room.

In general, there is plenty to choose from, and this is everyone’s personal choice. And we, having dealt with the types of bathroom receivers, will move on and consider the criteria for choosing these devices.

Precautionary measures

The equipment should not be immersed in water or directed at the body by a stream from a shower head (except for floating models). Sealed radio housings are not designed to withstand the directional flow of hot liquid from the mixer jib. Impacts against the sides of the bathtub and the walls of the room lead to damage to electronic components and failure of the product. If the receiver is equipped with suction cups for wall mounting, the mating surfaces must be degreased, then moistened with clean water to improve contact and pressed firmly with your hand.

Review of manufacturers

In order to make the right choice of radio manufacturer, you need to understand their basic concepts, as well as find out what advantages the popular models have.

EIS

A Spanish radio manufacturer that produces five different models, differing in richness of sound reproduction, functionality and design.

They have a simple but elegant design that will look perfect in any bathroom style.

The device can be built into walls, furniture, shower stalls, ceilings or niches. Connection and setup are done quickly and without problems, since the design and controls are intuitive.

All available options are always at hand. The standard delivery includes the necessary fasteners, wires and the receiver itself.

Gira

Connoisseurs of German quality will appreciate radios from Gira, which is famous for creating reliable electronic technology for over 100 years.

The models are characterized by maximum functionality with compact body sizes.

A distinctive feature is the visual similarity of the control panel with a switch, next to which there is an informative display.

The decorative and intermediate frames are available in several colours, allowing you to achieve a perfect match with the design of the room.

Two popular series offer design in the form of white and black glass or a green plastic frame.

The advantages of the Gira radio are:

• presence of display backlight;
• high-quality reception of stations with a minimum signal level in the bathroom;
• memory of previous settings;
• wait function.

Disadvantages include only a small number of design styles for external panels, high cost and the presence of one speaker for sound reproduction.

Peha

Peha is also a German brand that has been producing stylish devices for over 80 years.

The technical features of built-in bathroom radios are as follows:

1. The ability to change the position of the display, placing it horizontally or vertically. Therefore, any shower cabin will look modern and stylish, and using the device will be practical and convenient.
2. The presence of a sound port with a built-in WHD stereo amplifier will allow you to connect two additional speakers and enjoy the unsurpassed sound of your favorite programs.
3. Improved function control with an ergonomic, waterproof remote control.
4. Top models include a docking station for iPhone, connection of wireless speakers, and installation of an LED frame.

A shower stall or bathtub will be significantly transformed by installing a radio by creating a unique atmosphere.

However, to obtain a high-quality and reliable device, it is necessary to conduct a thorough analysis of its technical characteristics and capabilities.

This will allow you to get a lot of pleasure while using it, and make the moments of ablution extremely positive.

Benefits of buying a shower radio

The positive side of buying a shower radio is that it sets the mood. Be it in the morning, when you need to wake up quickly, be cheerful and in good shape. What could be better than cheerful favorite music?! Or is it an evening after hard work, when you want to lie down, relax and enjoy a calm, quiet melody. Or maybe it’s a date that smoothly transitions into a bath with fragrant foam; in this case, romantic music that creates the appropriate mood is perfect.

• We also must not forget that such a radio will definitely add zest to the overall image of the bathroom, and if it is a built-in radio with well-placed speakers, then the interior of such a bathroom can easily be called exclusive.
• Another small but pleasant advantage is the ability to listen to the news or the horoscope for the coming day during your morning shower. As they say, you can combine business with pleasure.
• Radios with a flash drive connector are also available for sale. This will allow you to record your favorite songs and play them depending on your mood. No advertising, no news - just music.

Radio Peha (PEHA)

This company is also German. They have been designing and manufacturing high quality electronics for the past 80 years. The advantages of Peha products include:

1. There are several options for installing a radio from this company. The display can be mounted both horizontally and vertically.
2. The radio has the ability to connect an additional music port, speakers, and other audio devices.
3. Huge variety of models. Thanks to the fact that the radios are made in different colors, you can easily choose the style that you need without the slightest problem.
4. Some models also have an mp3 radio transmitter and a memory card on which you can save your favorite songs.

Overall, Peha radios are great for both large and small bathrooms. Devices from the specially released Sea Idok series are simply the ideal solution for the bathroom, however, you may be put off by the rather high cost of such a device.

As you can see, there is a huge variety of the most incredible bath radio models. We really hope that our article will allow you to choose the best option that is exclusively suitable for you and will fill your every day with pleasant music.

Why are built-in structures suitable?

A bathroom or shower stall is characterized by high humidity, under conditions of which it is quite difficult to ensure the operation of acoustic devices, and even more so to transmit high-quality sound through open speakers.

The built-in radio is devoid of these disadvantages due to the use of moisture-resistant diffusers and acoustic wave emitters, complete hiding of electronic boards and cable laying inside the walls.

Control elements are made in the form of touch-sensitive moisture-resistant panels or surfaces that are sensitive to finger pressure.

Built-in models have a number of advantages over portable bathroom models:

1. Power is provided not through batteries, but from the mains or hybrid, which allows you to listen to programs for as long as you need.
2. The built-in radio has significantly greater functionality, since there is no need to reduce the size of the device as much as possible.
3. Availability of remote control.
4. The body, with the exception of the front panel, is completely hidden, and the shower cabin is maximally protected from electrical breakdowns.
5. The risk of damage to the radio in the bathroom is minimal, since it is securely attached to the wall and has a shockproof function.
6. The ability to use high-quality acoustics, which can be built into walls or ceilings outside the main radio body and enjoy high-quality surround sound.

In the event of a breakdown, it can only be repaired on site and not in all models, which will cause additional costs.

The shower cabin will allow you to install a device only with certain dimensions, and the installation procedure itself can only be performed by specialists.

Types of models

Today in stores you can find completely different radios for the bathroom. Buying them is not difficult, but choosing quality ones is problematic.

There are several different types of radio... Let's try to give a comprehensive description of each type.

Built-in radios

Built-in bathroom radios are small in size and can be installed:

• On the walls like a socket or switch
• In a suspended ceiling, as well as recessed lights
• Directly inside the shower stall

Controlling such radios is not at all difficult - this can be done either using buttons or using a remote control.

In addition to the main functions, some built-in models also have a “slip” mode and an automatic switching function when the light is turned on at the same time.

With certain “slip” mode settings, the radio may turn itself off 30 minutes after the end of the radio program.

If you connect it to a room switch, it can independently turn on and off simultaneously with the light.

No matter how convenient built-in bathroom radio models are, they also have some disadvantages:

• based on their location, there are not so many options for their manufacture;
• the possibilities for their movement are very limited.

Portable models

Portable bath radios have a simple design and are easy to operate.

Thanks to its special waterproof housing, the portable radio can be used completely safely in wet conditions. In addition to this, the radio operates using standard AAA batteries.

While bathing, you can take the portable radio with you into the shower stall, or conveniently place it on the edge of the bathtub.

Its compact size allows you to take it with you on various trips and trips. In addition, some models of portable radios are equipped with an unusual colored backlight, which is very convenient to use in the dark.

The undoubted advantage of such receivers is their fairly low cost. Analogue models are even cheaper, but do not have a function that allows you to save the necessary radio channels.

Floating on the water

Floating bathroom radios are presented in a very unusual and interesting design. In stores specializing in the sale of such equipment, radios come across in the form of:

• Submarine
• Favorite cartoon characters
• Ducks
• Various colors
• Inhabitants of the deep sea
• Other forms

In addition, manufacturers made the functions of the device more universal - they equipped the floating radio with a mirror with a non-fogging coating and a clock with colored backlighting, equipped with a cyclic color change.

These additional features will help create a pleasant bathroom environment that is more conducive to romance.

The only drawback of these models is their higher cost compared to the prices of conventional radios.

In this article, we tried to tell you everything you need to know that may be useful to you when buying a radio for your bathroom.

What parameters to consider when choosing a receiver

Having decided on the type of radio receiver, it is worth paying attention to the details that are less significant at first glance. There are not so many signs by which you can choose a functional and convenient radio for the bathroom.

Technological characteristics

When choosing a radio receiver, pay attention to the following parameters:

• Purity of sound reproduction. You can be content with a device with mono sound, or pay a little more and purchase a model with stereo sound.
• Reception quality. The device must perceive even weak signals, while successfully resisting interference that often occurs at adjacent frequencies.
• Frequency range. The wider the range of radio frequencies that the device can pick up, the more radio stations you can listen to.
• Device power. It largely determines the volume of the sound.
• Number of speakers. To enjoy full sound when listening to songs, you should choose devices that come with at least two speakers.
• Setting method. Tuning radio channels can be automatic or manual. It’s great if the selected radio receiver is able to remember the set frequencies and tuned radio stations.
• Remote control. The presence of a remote control is especially important for built-in models.
• Availability of a connector for connecting removable gadgets and storage media. A radio with the ability to connect a flash drive is convenient to use not only for listening to your favorite radio stations, but as a player for playing your favorite songs. The connector for a flash card can be located either on the case or inside the device.
• Presence sensor. The automatic switch-on function starts the device when sensors are triggered, which react when a person enters the bath. While in the room, you will listen to the sounds of music, and as soon as you cross the threshold of the room, the device will automatically turn off.

Appearance and Design

There is no need to rush to buy the first radio you like. Think about how appropriate it will look in the bathroom, whether it will harmonize with the finishing elements and accessories. The range of offers is extensive and allows you to choose the best option.

Designers never cease to amaze by giving radios an original design. Often you can even find “disguised” devices on sale, for example, designed to look like a regular shampoo bottle.

The bottle cap allows you to adjust the volume, and the band selection and frequency adjustment buttons are “hidden” at the bottom of the bottle

The buttons located on the radio body should be comfortable. It is better if they have a rubberized non-slip surface so that wet palms do not slip when changing channels.

Additional functions

Modern technology is equipped with a lot of additional functions. For example, “smart mode” will automatically adjust the volume so that the noise of the water in the bathroom does not drown out the sound of the radio. The same alarm clock will remind you that it is time to complete your water procedures.

Particularly popular are models that look like a regular mirror, in the lower part of which there is a display in the form of a luminous pictogram.

The mirror surface, which serves as an FM receiver, looks very rich and futuristic, thanks to which it can fit perfectly into a modern interior

Additional illumination of the device will not be superfluous. It can be used as an auxiliary light source when creating a romantic, intimate environment.

The presence of additional features in the radio can make the interior more functional and make your stay in the bathroom as comfortable as possible.

Selection criteria, what you need to focus on when buying a radio for the shower

So, you've decided to buy a bathroom radio, but where to start in your choice, and which features are really important, and which ones are more of a nice addition.

• First of all, we choose the type: portable, floating or built-in radio. This point is all clear; it is discussed above.
• Budget. After choosing the type, you need to decide how much you are willing to spend on this device. And here it should be noted that you should not save money, since this is an electrical device and you must be confident in its safety and durability.
• Next you need to select a manufacturer. And here it is better to rely on a popular, proven brand. Yes, perhaps such a radio will be more expensive, but it will be a reliable product with a guarantee of quality. Manufacturers such as GIRA, EIS and Peha are definitely leaders in their industry. It’s worth stopping at this point and taking a closer look at all the manufacturers. Outline the advantages and disadvantages.

EIS

This Spanish brand has five new built-in radio models, KBSound

The first and important advantage is the ease of assembly and ease of installation in any niches, be it furniture or walls. Connect directly to the network

This model has high quality and clear sound. The original design of the speakers in the form of lamps will complement the elegant image. It is also worth noting the ease of use and the presence of an improved remote control. Another significant advantage of this system is the presence of the so-called “Intelligent Mode” - this is the ability to adjust the volume in accordance with the noise level in the bathroom, this happens automatically. That is, when the water is turned on, the radio reacts to noise and increases the volume. The disadvantage of this radio is its high price.

Gira

This German company has been on the market for a very long time and has established itself as a mark of quality. A small built-in radio in the form of a switch will definitely fit into your interior, and its reliability will delight you for many years. The advantages of this model will be its capabilities: memory of previous settings, automatic switching on and off, a wide range, thanks to which you are guaranteed high-quality reception. And finally, a variety of designs that will perfectly complement the interior. The disadvantage, if you can call it that, is the mono set, that is, there is only one column, but if you want two or more, you can always order additionally.

How to choose

Considering the positive qualities, you should not forget about those moments that may cause you inconvenience. If you use a portable and floating radio, most likely you will constantly forget it on the countertop of the bathroom mirror; children can take it and then lose it, or use it for other purposes. Also, you can accidentally brush it with your hand onto the tiles (another floor covering) and hit or break it.

But this does not mean that a built-in radio is the best option, because if it suddenly breaks or you just want to replace it with a better, new one, you will need to do a lot of work to dismantle and reinstall it. At that time, a compact portable device that has become faulty can simply be thrown into the trash.

If the aesthetic side is important to you, you should pay attention to a floating radio, because this particular type comes in a wide variety of shapes, colors, and has additional functions.

When choosing a built-in radio system, you need to consider how it will harmonize with other things and the interior.

The designers of the floating (since it is very often used underwater) and built-in radios were most concerned about the power and purity of sound.