The volume, presets, power and mode/menu button are in the middle. Volume up and down buttons are situated in the middle of the buttons and slightly larger. The On/Off power button is on the top left above the Menu/Mode button. Pressing the button once opens the menu while holding it switches between the DAB and FM modes. All of the radio’s controls and the display are positioned on the slightly angled top of the radio. Another point to note about the Pure Elan BT3 portable, is that it’s one of the few DAB+ radios in its price range that comes equipped with not only Bluetooth connectivity but a full-colour display too. Simple, attractive and easy to use, The Pure Elan BT3 portable is one of the most appealing devices in the current Pure portfolio.

Unlike on some radios the time isn’t permanently shown. The station name, scrolling text, time, date and other information can be toggled by pressing the Tuning/Select knob. The display looks slightly old fashioned but the large text makes tuning very easy. Three dedicated preset buttons are next to the tuning control. The radio only has six presets with three for digital stations and three for FM. Saving and recalling presets is very easy. While some of the Pure radios on the market are a little pricier – you do get what you pay for. Take a look at the Pure Avalon N5 for instance – one of the most compelling digital radios available. Today, we’re going to be looking at a slightly smaller and more affordable item in the Pure portfolio – the Elan BT3. This also occurred with the radio not finding BBC Radio Tees during a scan, while the Sony did with RDS. The Roberts Play 10 did however perform better than a supermarket DAB/FM radio. Many radio stations are available digitally, but some local commercial and most community radio stations are not. One other massive benefit of the Elan BT3 is that like many Pure products, it comes with access to a 3-year guarantee. That means that you have the peace of mind that comes with knowing your radio is protected – no matter what might happen.

In this review we’ll set up the radio, see how it sounds and evaluate how easy it is to use. Setting up the Roberts Play 10 The radio can be powered with the included adapter or AA batteries. On first impressions the radio is smaller than it looks in photos. The radio measures around 18cm wide (excluding the power adapter when it is plugged in) by 10cm tall. Controls are all on the top of the Play 10 There’s also a kitchen timer (in case you’re using it while you cook), and two alarms built-in. Whether you keep it in your bedroom, kitchen or living room, the Pure Elan BT3 will come in handy.

When it comes to sound performance, the Pure Elan BT3 radio has plenty to offer in that regard too. The device comes with a tailor-made 3-inch speaker that’s powered by a digital amplifier. The Pure Elan BT3 is a simple but effective portable DAB radio with Bluetooth streaming and a full-colour touchscreen. Available in a range of colours to suit your sense of style, this Pure portable DAB radio is ideal for any room of the house. There are a number of features that make this device really stand out from a visual and design perspective. First, the Elan BT3 comes with a sleek, lightweight design – something you’ll be accustomed to if you’ve seen other products like the Pure Siesta Rise before. The Elan is compact enough to carry with you around different rooms of the house – and battery power is available if you don’t want to rely on the mains for your energy supply. Explore the world with your favourite tunes. Pure offers a range of portable radios, music systems and speakers that fit your lifestyle. The portable radios can be powered by the supplied main adapter or an extra battery or ChargePAK. That way you can listen on the go or in the comfort of your home. Most of our portable radios have power for up to 20 hours or more, letting you go as far your adventures take you. Outdoor funThe Pet Shop Boys’“What Have I Done to Deserve This” sounds full and somewhat detailed with headphones on a cheaper DAB radio. On the Play 10 tuned into Heart 80s it sounds less clear. Compared to its closest rivals from other brands the Roberts Play 10 is starting to look a little dated. But the small footprint, good sound and large station selection knob all mean it’s practical and easy to use. This device is all about simplicity. Connecting the device to your smartphone is a doddle with excellent Bluetooth pairing, and you can easily search through radio channels using the colour display too. A flexible wrist strap and the light weight of the radio makes it easy to take between rooms. Verdict on the Roberts Play 10 portable radio The single line display with large characters, an included mains adapter and simple operation make this an ideal radio for many users. Not everyone will want or need displays with lots of information or Bluetooth connectivity. Batteries can be inserted at the rear of the radio

The Pure radio brand is excellent at creating devices that are intuitive and easy to use. You won’t need to spend hours pouring over a Pure digital radio manual before you can start listening to tunes on the Elan BT3. One of those companies is Pure. Pure Radios pride themselves on delivering state-of-the-art audio solutions to radio lovers around the world. Pure products aren’t just stunning – they’re designed to combine form and function into the perfect audiophile experience. Aside from DAB/DAB+ and FM radio functionality, the Pure Elan BT3 Bluetooth radio also comes with the option to connect your phone to the speaker. You can either use the Bluetooth setting or link your device up using the available aux-in port. The power lead is longer than most we’ve seen with a portable radio. The battery cover is also easy to open for the insertion of four AA batteries. The Roberts Play 10 has a useful instruction manual Okay, so the Pure Elan Portable DAB radio looks great – and it’s lightweight enough to use in any room of the house too. But, what can we expect when it comes to features?News and talk radio stations like the BBC World Service sound fine from the speaker and headphones. User interface and features

We loved how intuitive and user-friendly this device was and appreciated the fact that we could listen to music using a variety of different connection options.