Customer Reviews for MIDLAND RADIO Deluxe Weather Alert Radio with Dual Alarm Clock, Black (WR400)
Item # : 2728949
Model # : WR400
Receive weather alerts and warnings for your specific area with the Midland Radio Deluxe Weather Radio
- Emergency Power Back Up and Continuous Backlighting Option
- Program up to 25 different counties or provinces All 7 NOAA/Environment Canada Weather Channels
Price is $99.99
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129 reviews
Most helpful positive review
Posted Nov 5, 2025
Real nice unit
Our WR100 stopped receiving broadcasts so we purchased the Midland WR400 online. So far, we are receiving the weather broadcast for our area clear and crisp from the closest transmitter. There is one problem we encountered that wasn't stated in the owner's manual, and that is the fact that the WR400 expects to receive a test alert from NOAA every ten days. If it does...
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Posted Nov 22, 2024
BUYER BEWARE !
I am an I.T. guy and have spent over an hour trying to program this Unit. The Directions do not match up with what the MENU keeps displaying. Incredibly difficult to set up !!
GussNemo
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midlandusa.com
Posted Nov 5, 2025
Real nice unit
Our WR100 stopped receiving broadcasts so we purchased the Midland WR400 online. So far, we are receiving the weather broadcast for our area clear and crisp from the closest transmitter. There is one problem we encountered that wasn't stated in the owner's manual, and that is the fact that the WR400 expects to receive a test alert from NOAA every ten days. If it does...
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Maverick4527
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Posted Mar 15, 2025
amazing tool
Best weather radio ever! good thing to invest money in.
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NELSON D.
Posted Nov 22, 2024
BUYER BEWARE !
I am an I.T. guy and have spent over an hour trying to program this Unit. The Directions do not match up with what the MENU keeps displaying. Incredibly difficult to set up !!
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HamboneFHP2
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midlandusa.com
Posted Sep 2, 2024
reseting the wr 400 weather radio
I purchase this radio 1 week ago and found the radio had lot of nice features.But the setup instruction are vary confusing
I found how to reset the radio from a You Tube post unlike the rest on my other WR 120 on which you told owner how to do it.
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Also why 2 different setup instruction
One is on the battery door and the other in the owners manual.?
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Also the An...
I found how to reset the radio from a You Tube post unlike the rest on my other WR 120 on which you told owner how to do it.
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Also why 2 different setup instruction
One is on the battery door and the other in the owners manual.?
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Also the An...
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Rod BOOoooOOMM
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Posted Aug 30, 2024
My little town depends on this weather radio W400
I had the previous model of this radio I purchased in 1999. Just now, 25 years later, have I needed to replace it. As mayor of a small town, I monitored severe weather and sounded the outdoor siren. I lowered my rating to 4 due to the fact I use the external alert jack. On my new W400 it seems the jack is a closed switch and is never off. Not 1 mention of this fea...
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Posted Aug 25, 2024
Excellent Midland wr400 Radio 📻
Easy to set up, excellent MW, FM and NOOA Weather Band reception but it eats 4 AA batteries 🔋 in less than 24 hours. All my other Midland Radio ER-50, ER-210, ER-10 And other have rechargeable batteries. They should have that feature with the ER-400. So I decided to plug it in all the time with no batteries. Problem solved but it is annoying 😑
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TravisM
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Posted May 7, 2024
Battery drains while it is plugged in
What kind of emergency weather radio has such a design flaw that it drains its backup batteries while it's plugged into the wall? This one does apparently. I put batteries in it 3 days ago and already it's down a bar, unplugging it from the wall also has such a delay on it switching power sources that it loses the time. Also the viewing angle on the display has such atr...
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Response from Staples :
This is not just a Midland radio issue with batteries depleting. This happens with all electronics. If you are unhappy with your purchase we would be happy to work with you on options. [email protected]
Jennifer, May 7, 2024
Burtus Bocks
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Posted Apr 20, 2024
New design is a fantastic upgrade
Easy to set up and easy to read the new display. USB is nice too. The output switch is a great way to trigger an alarm system or home automation system.
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USRoute66
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Posted Mar 1, 2024
Best Weather Radio Currently On The Market
Two years ago, I decided to buy a Midland WR400 radio receiver for my kitchen. I love the fact I can listen to local AM/FM radio stations in the morning when I am eating breakfast, or in the evening during suppertime. However, the best part about this radio is that even when I listening to the local news or music on the broadcast bands, if a weather alert for my area is...
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S.M.
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Posted Feb 25, 2024
Terrific weather alert radio
This radio does all they say it does and does all of it very well. It has very good reception and clear instructions on how to program its many features. If needed Midland Radio Customer Service is top notch - prompt helpful responses. This radio will give you peace of mind.
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Marq
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midlandusa.com
Posted Jan 23, 2024
Basic, Simple, and Good Quality
I got this radio for the main purpose of alerting my family in the event of a tornado, especialy overnight. I've only had the radio for a few weeks now, and thankfully no threats have come, but the radio has picked up local county weather alert tests which confirms it's ability to sound the alarm in a real event unique to my area. In all, it is basic, simple, good quali...
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HaroldR
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Posted Jan 1, 2024
WR400 Deluxe NOAA Weather Radio
everything works fine....except the weather channel.... no matter where I put it, how I aim the antennae, the sound is scratchy, and barely understandable...disappointed
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Patterson
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Posted Nov 14, 2023
Midland WR400
After investigating the features and the reviews of others about this radio I decided to purchase it. I found the shipping to be quick and the shipment packaging to be adequate to prevent possible damage during shipment. So far the radio works as advertised. I have clear NOAA and AM-FM reception. However with radio on a flat table you cannot see the display clearly fro...
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Dan Householder
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Posted Oct 1, 2023
Needs some work. No reliable alerts.
Poor reception. Programming was easy, but the rx needs some help. Very difficult to gain good reception in my house. My 5w HAM handhelds have crystal clear NOAA reception sitting next to it, but this radio from it has a lot of static. Does not reliably sound alerts. Currently researching a better antenna, or may just return or sell it. It’s a shame. I really like the cu...
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Response from Staples :
Please reach out to [email protected] for one on one help setting up your radio either by email or phone call.
Jenny, October 2, 2023
Otis B. Driftwood
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Posted Aug 8, 2023
an upgrade we would buy again.
Great upgrade from our 20yr Midland WR100, which we had to replace as we had worn out the on/off button.
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Bigguy22
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Posted Aug 1, 2023
noaas weather station
Weather does it job. As soon as I plug in within two hours it was giving severe weather updates..
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Eric L
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Posted Jul 25, 2023
Helpful for rural living
Compact, feature-filled weather radio that is useful for off-the-grid and/or rural living.
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VDMA
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Posted Jul 23, 2023
Best Weather Radio
Best weather radio I've owned yet. The WR400 is a digital clock radio integrated with a SAME-capable weather radio. The added features are very handy (built in cellphone charger & adjustable brightness nightlight). The instructions are clearly written and user preferences are easily set. Receiver sensitivity for FM and WX bands is sufficient that no external antenna is ...
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Jihay
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Posted Jul 14, 2023
WX400
Highly recommend for keeping up with the weather in your area. Very handy for keeping up with local lake forecast before launching the boat.
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Posted Jun 15, 2023
WR400 Delux
Since unboxing we have received one watch and two warnings so it works as intended.
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