Kaito KA500 Review
Kaito KA500L 4-Way Powered Emergency AM/FM/SW NOAA Weather Alert Radio with Solar,Dynamo Crank,Flashlight
$69.99 (price as of 2026-11-07)
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CA Fire Supply summarizes what owners report on Reddit. Follow official evacuation orders from your local authorities and CAL FIRE. Never run a fuel generator indoors.
Reddit score
3.3 Based on 2 Reddit owner comments · Top 50% of 6 tracked emergency radios & lights
| Owner sentiment | 4.2 | |
| Recommendations | 1.0 | |
| Spec score | Not rated | |
| Value | 3.2 |
How these are computed: methodology. Components without evidence show “Not rated” and their weight moves to the others.
Limited Reddit owner feedback. We need more owner experiences before this score is reliable, so this page is not yet in our sitemap.
Is the Kaito KA500 worth it?
Based on 2 Reddit owner comments, the Kaito KA500 scores 3.3 out of 5 (owner comments average 4.5 stars), and the theme owners raise most is battery charging (2 mentions).
Who it suits
- You care about battery charging (2 positive owner mentions)
Who should skip it
- Not observed: no recurring complaint theme yet.
What Reddit owners say
2 positive and 0 critical owner comments. Quotes link to the original Reddit comment.
Key specs
As listed on the Amazon product page we checked; missing fields are never estimated.
- No Standalone lithium batteries are sold with the product - A perfect radio for emergencies and disasters, it comes with all the features that you need in any emergency situation. It comes with a High quality AC type brush-less generator.
- The solar panel powers the radio by itself and charges the built-in batteries as well.
- To maximize the sunlight's rays, the solar panel is designed to tilt with the suns position to receive the energy during the day time.
- The radio is built with two lights, One is a reading lamp, very bright that is great to use in a tent, and one flashlight that works as SOS signal too
- The weather band receives 7 channels any in the USA and Canada, with weather alerts, you can be prepared for any emergency and disaster situation.
| Additional Features | Adjustable, Rechargeable Solar Powered |
|---|---|
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Tuner Type | AM, FM |
| Power Source | Solar Powered |
| Radio Bands Supported | AM, FM, Weather |
| Frequency | 108 MHz |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone, Tablet |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Color | Yellow |
| Style Name | Rugged Outdoor |
| Enclosure Material | Metal, Plastic |
| Brand | Kaito |
| Built-In Media | Owner's Manual, Warranty Card |
| Antenna Location | Emergency Preparedness |
| Model Number | 4330350828 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Mfr Part Number | KA500L-YELLOW |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3"L x 9"W x 6"H |
| Item Weight | 1.2 pounds |
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FAQ
Is the Kaito KA500 worth it?
Based on 2 Reddit owner comments, the Kaito KA500 scores 3.3 out of 5 (owner comments average 4.5 stars), and the theme owners raise most is battery charging (2 mentions).
What do Reddit owners complain about with the Kaito KA500?
We have not observed a recurring complaint theme in owner comments yet.
How much does the Kaito KA500 cost?
It was $69.99 on Amazon when we checked on 2026-11-07. Prices change, so check Amazon for the current price.
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Last updated 2026-11-07. Amazon listing ASIN B01GUMPKWY.