„The nifty CD-receiver CR-L5, which is available in the fashionable measurements of 70mm, should be able to meet this demand. The combined stereo, which looks a bit like the CR-70 and is available for 600 Euros, impresses both with its inner and outer design. The CR-L5 is well-manufactured and compared with other surround sound machines it is very easy to handle….”„
”First and foremost the CR-L5 has been designed as an uncomplicated and powerful CD-player. The unit, which includes a tuner that features technology against over-amplification and offers cable compatibility, is more convincing than a combination of single units available at a similar price. The CR-L5 literally provides more musical bonding...“
„Offering a HiFi combination such as the CR-L5 takes a lot of courage these days as the system is not only more expensive than a lot of the other cheap bangers, it also sticks out of the junk corner.  However, Onkyo has shown this courage and it has proved a winning formula! In combination with quick and electronically modest loudspeakers and powerful cables the CD-receiver is also able to meet the high demands of stereo fans.“

"Verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. Superb value thanks to excellent sound, great build and ease of use..." "This little system does offer terrific sound quality for the price. I have heard separates at twice the money which deliver less." "...the Onkyo CR-305 receiver unit has a definite edge over it (competitor's product). ... I was sorry to see it go back!"

“There’s a sleek silver style common to all the new classy sound-oriented micro hi-fi systems, and this Onkyo number has got it. “… and that puts the Onkyo CS-210 firmly in the top league of mini hi-fi systems.” “…this one comes soundly recommended.”
Overall T3-Verdict: 5 stars; Performance: 4 stars; Value: 5 stars.