Editors' Top Home audio
updated May 15, 2006

Are you sick of homogenized music, endless commercials, and spotty reception from your local Clear Channel outlet? Step into the 21st century with satellite radio. Check out our quick guide to satellite radio to find out which service--XM or Sirius--is best for you. Both will provide digital clarity, coast-to-coast coverage, and specialized listening choices that AM and FM just can't match. -- John P. Falcone, senior editor

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Satellite radio receivers (XM)

Home audio	Editors' rating	Price	Summary
Polk XRt12 (XM) Released: 11/15/2004	7.3 Very good	Email me when product is available	Polk's homebound XM radio sets a new standard for satellite radio sound quality. Specs: XM radio tuner , Stereo , Remote control (Infrared) , Black , 17 in x 10.5 in x 2.3 in , 5.1 lbs

Delphi XM MyFi Released: 11/15/2004	7.0 Very good	$129-$175 from 2 stores	Though not without its flaws, the MyFi is a groundbreaking portable audio product. Specs: XM personal radio , Stereo , 7.3 oz, LCD

Delphi XM SkyFi2 Released: 11/15/2004	7.2 Very good	$275	Smaller, cheaper, and more capable, Delphi's new and improved SkyFi2 XM radio is markedly better than its predecessor. Specs: XM radio tuner , Stereo , 5.2 oz, 1 year warranty , LCD

Delphi Roady XT (XM) Released: 10/19/2005	7.1 Very good	$150	The world's smallest plug-and-play XM satellite radio may be the most affordable route to satellite radio at home. Specs: XM radio tuner , XM antenna , Audio line-out

Delphi CD Audio System (XM) Released: 04/01/2004	6.6 Good	$188	Awkward design and controls mar this otherwise full-featured XM Radio all-in-one boombox. Specs: Boombox , AM/FM , 4.6 Watt, Stereo , 5.7 lbs, 1 year warranty , LCD

Delphi XM SkyFi Radio Released: 09/25/2002	5.6 Average	$189	Delphi's affordable satellite-radio receiver and home-adapter kits deliver crystal-clear reception. Specs: XM radio tuner , Stereo , 6.7 oz, 1 year warranty