Our pick
Energizer Vision HD+ head torch
A head torch leaves both hands free. Takes AAA batteries.
See it on Amazon: Energizer Vision HD+ head torch (opens in a new tab)AdPower cut kit: torch, radio and a power bank
If the power goes, you'll want light, news and a way to keep a phone going. Be Ready says torches are safer than candles.
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What you need
A torch
Be Ready says torches are safer than candles.
On a budget
Lepro LED head torch, pack of 2
Two head torches, so nobody has to share.
See it on Amazon: Lepro LED head torch, pack of 2 (opens in a new tab)AdA battery or wind-up FM radio
For news when the mobile network and internet are down.
Our pick
iRonsnow wind-up and solar FM radio with torch
Wind it, leave it in the sun or charge it by USB-C. FM, as Be Ready asks.
See it on Amazon: iRonsnow wind-up and solar FM radio with torch (opens in a new tab)AdOn a budget
PRUNUS J-166 portable FM radio
Simple, picks up FM and runs on AA batteries.
See it on Amazon: PRUNUS J-166 portable FM radio (opens in a new tab)AdSpare batteries
For the torch and the radio. Check the sizes.
Our pick
Amazon Basics AA batteries, pack of 48
For the radio, with plenty spare.
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Amazon Basics AAA batteries, pack of 40
For the head torch.
See it on Amazon: Amazon Basics AAA batteries, pack of 40 (opens in a new tab)AdA charged power bank
To keep a phone going.
Our pick
Anker Zolo power bank, 20,000 mAh
Enough for several phones over 3 days. A known brand matters with lithium batteries.
See it on Amazon: Anker Zolo power bank, 20,000 mAh (opens in a new tab)AdOn a budget
Anker power bank, 10,000 mAh
Enough for one or two people.
See it on Amazon: Anker power bank, 10,000 mAh (opens in a new tab)AdWhat to look for
- FM, not DAB only. Be Ready asks for FM.
- Torches and radios that take AA or AAA, so the spares fit both
- A power bank from a brand you've heard of. It's a lithium battery.
What we'd skip
- Generators and power stations. Lovely. Not on the list.
- Anything sold as "tactical". You want a torch.
- Candles as your main light.