Radios are becoming a popular promotional item, and while they may never take the place of the tried-and-true promotional pen, there are some very unusual and eye-catching designs that make them a firm favorite for a wide variety of events and promotions.

Some great-looking personal promotional radios include the Challenger and the Matrix. Each is lightweight, portable, and small enough to easily fit inside a bag, backpack, or even a pocket. Each radio is an affordable option, starting at ₤1.48 and ₤1.69 respectively for a single color print, and both are available in a vibrant range of colors that will make a well-designed company logo or promotional message stand out prominently.

A particularly eye-catching radio design is exemplified by three different models?the Chill Out, the Emotion Printed Radios, and the Mood Radio. Each of these features a cube-shaped radio that is distinguished from the other models by some interesting accents. The Chill Out, for example, sits atop four sturdy legs, while the Mood Radio includes an unusually-shaped antenna. Within each cube, a light flashes with ever-changing colors, providing the perfect accompaniment to the radio.

Available in nine vibrant colors, the Statos Radio is an equally attention-grabbing model. This design features a conical radio with integrated speaker, sitting atop a domed base. The two are attached by a short wire that mimics the look of the radio's antenna. This is really a great-looking radio, and with a small footprint of just 40 x 20 millimeters, it's an excellent choice for a promotional item, as there is little chance of this radio going unused due to lack of space on a desk or table-top.

Another interesting radio design is the Bean Radio. This is a short, cylindrical radio with curved ends that does look a little like a very large bean. Available in silver or silver and blue, this may not be a brightly colored radio, but it is an attention-grabbing design none-the-less.

The price of every radio design is inclusive of a single color printed design, and most models have sufficient room for your company logo, slogan or brand name. An eye-catching radio is a great option if you're looking for a portable, practical gift idea that's a little unusual?practical items are always excellent promotional purposes, as any item that gets used frequently is sure to be a constant reminder to your recipients of your thoughtfulness in giving the gift.