Black Radios

The Bottom Line: The Boston Acoustics Duo-i Plus is a great-sounding AM/FM/iPod clock radio with plenty of customization and connectivity options.

Specs: Clock radio, AM/FM, Stereo, Black, LCD

The Bottom Line: While its sound isn't so impressive, the iHome iH12's simple and attractive design gives it an appeal as a budget iPod clock radio.

Specs: Clock radio, AM/FM, Stereo, Black, 90 days warranty, LCD

The Bottom Line: The i765 adds DVD playback and a built-in iPod dock to the Cambridge SoundWorks' great-sounding tabletop radio, but less-than-intuitive controls and a rich price tag limit its appeal.

Specs: Speakers, AM/FM, Stereo, 11.9 lbs, Black, 1 year warranty, LCD

The Bottom Line: With the iH9, iHome Audio continues to improve its popular iPod clock radio while keeping it relatively affordable.

Specs: Clock radio, AM/FM, Stereo, Black, 90 days warranty, LCD

The Bottom Line: The Sony ICF-C1iP radio alarm clock for the iPod isn't the smallest or most stylish in the category, but decent audio quality, great radio reception, and a reasonable price point make it a fine option.

Specs: Clock radio, AM/FM, 6 Watt, Stereo, 4.2 lbs, Black, LCD

The Bottom Line: If all you have is $100 to spend on an iPod speaker system, the iHome iH8 iPod clock radio is one of your better bets.

Specs: Clock radio, AM/FM, Stereo, Black, LCD

The Bottom Line: The inclusion of a CD player makes the Cambridge SoundWorks Radio CD 745i easier to recommend than its discless step-down model.

Specs: Clock radio, AM/FM, Stereo, 11.9 lbs, Black, LCD

The Bottom Line: If you can live with some sacrifices, the i.Sound Time Travel iPod alarm clock offers an inexpensive and attractive way to wake up to music from your iPod.

Specs: Clock radio, Black, 120 days warranty

The Bottom Line: The Cambridge SoundWorks Radio 735i adds iPod support to this sweet-sounding tabletop radio, but you'll need to look elsewhere in Cambridge's product line for HD Radio and CD playback.

Specs: Clock radio, AM/FM, Stereo, 11 lbs, Black, LCD

The Bottom Line: While its sound didn't blow us away, the iYiYi offers improved bass over the iSongBook and decent features in an attractively styled package.

Specs: Speakers, AM/FM, Stereo, 6.6 lbs, Black, 1 year warranty, LCD