Apple iPod Nano (fourth generation, 16GB, silver)
The fourth-generation iPod Nano is easy on the eyes and the wallet, and you can't beat its hardware and user interface design. Just be sure to give iTunes 8 a spin before committing.
Price: $189.94 - $199.99 (check prices)
Review date: Sep 10, 2008
Excellent
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SanDisk Sansa Clip (2GB, candy apple red)
The SanDisk Sansa Clip is an incredible value that's set to edge out the competition with a user-friendly interface, gym-worthy design, and great sound quality.
Price: $49.86 - $64.99 (check prices)
Review date: Oct 8, 2007
Very good
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Creative Zen V Plus (2GB, black)
The Creative Zen V Plus is a superb choice for anyone looking for a compact and feature-filled flash MP3 player with great sound quality. If you're looking for a more sophisticated design (or have large thumbs), look elsewhere.
Price: $69.83 - $94.05 (check prices)
Review date: Jun 20, 2006
Excellent
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Cowon iAudio 7 (4GB, silver)
The Cowon iAudio 7 beats the industry heavyweight iPod Nano in price, features, battery life, and sound quality. The user interface could use some refinement, but all-in-all this is a very impressive MP3 player.
Price: $103.31 - $114.95 (check prices)
Review date: Jul 19, 2007
Excellent
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Samsung S2 Pebble (1GB, purple)
The Samsung S2 Pebble is a simple, cute MP3 player that offers a super affordable price tag, good sound quality, and some compelling extras. It's a great option for those who like to wear their devices pendant style.
Price: $39.95 - $41.99 (check prices)
Review date: Jun 19, 2008
Very good
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Creative Zen Stone (1GB, black)
The Creative Zen Stone is a fantastic choice as a secondary MP3 player or for first timers on a budget who want a simple, great-sounding device with limited features and a bargain basement price tag.
Price: $35.99 - $61.95 (check prices)
Review date: May 9, 2007
Very good
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Apple iPod Shuffle (third generation, 1GB, green)
If you like your music playback simple and your device nearly invisible, the third-generation iPod Shuffle will suit you well. But absentminded users should steer clear of this easy-to-misplace player.
Price: $45.25 - $99.99 (check prices)
Review date: Sep 12, 2007
Good
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