Best MP3 Players

The Sony NW-A45/B has the 3.1’’ full-color touch screen with Sony’s proprietary interface. It looks pretty nice and is bright enough to be well-read under sunlight. The control buttons (back, now playing, home, and settings) are on the bottom of the unit, as well as the equalizer and sound enhancements. The album image is displayed on the top.

As for the software, it is quite simple and user-friendly. For example, you can plug the player in your PC or tablet without installing a special program. The player appears as a USB storage drive so that you can drag and drop your files effortlessly. There is also a separate breakout menu for Hi-Res audio files and convenient classification by the album/ artist. Importantly, it doesn’t break the album if there is a guest singer. All songs stay together.

The NW-A45/B also supports Bluetooth connection, so you can pair it to your wireless earphones or try Sony’s noise-canceling headphones and enjoy really great sound.

The Sony mp3 player feels nice in hands and is quite small to fit in the pants pocket. The location of the control buttons is on the right side, while the MicroSD slot is on the left (this Walkman is compatible with 128GB cards).

The metallic housing has a matte finish, so it doesn’t collect fingerprints that easily. The build quality is perfect, as always with Sony. There are no creaks and gaps.

Indeed, the NW-A45/B player can please a user who demands the best build and audio quality. After all, with Sony, you always get what you pay for.

One of the nice features that many users will appreciate about this MP3 player is that it includes Bluetooth functionality, which lets you take advantage of wireless capabilities by pairing it with other devices. If you have a Bluetooth speaker, for example, you can easily pair the device with it to use it as a virtual jukebox for you and your friends. If you're more into listening to music on your own, you can also pair a set of wireless headphones with the device, giving you a full wireless experience. Those who like listening to music while engaging in activities such as sports or exercising will truly appreciate not having any wires getting in the way.

If the 16 GB capacity of the player, which allows storing up to 4000 songs, doesn't give you the song selection that you want or need, you can take advantage of the built-in FM tuner in order to listen to your favorite radio stations. The FM tuner supports the full range of the spectrum, so you won't have to worry about missing any radio stations, and the built-in memory lets you save up to 30 different stations for quick access to them. The device can run for up to 20 hours on a full charge with wired headphones, giving you plenty of juice to last you all day and then some. In short, if you're looking for a tried and true MP3 player that gives you the full wireless experience, then this model from SanDisk will be your best choice.

As we stated before, this MP3 player is good for more than just listening to music. The player also supports the playback of video files, allowing you to enjoy visual entertainment at any time. The 2.4 inch LCD display has a high resolution of 240 x 320, so any videos you watch should appear in high quality, without any grainy distortion like what appears on low-resolution screens. In addition, this player also supports wireless functionality through Bluetooth 4.0, so you can use wireless headphones or speakers with the device, which can be paired up in just a few seconds. Those who appreciate not having any wires to get tangled in will certainly love this feature.

With all of the functionality that this player provides, some users may think that it might be a bit complicated to control, but that is far from the case. The player has well-marked, easy to use controls that will take you no time at all to get used to, with clearly laid out visual elements on the screen that let you navigate through the player without any problems. The player can run for up to a whopping 55 hours on a full charge, giving you more than 2 full days of continuous use, so those who want to take this device with them on a short trip can do so without worries of the device running out of battery power. You can even expand the 16 GB of internal storage by adding a micro SD card, so there are virtually no limitations to how much music and videos you can hold on the device. In the end, this highly capable MP3 player can meet almost all of your entertainment needs while on the go.

The AGPtEK MP3 player is a compact and lightweight unit engineered with a durable shock absorption surface, making it able to withstand rigorous activities. It is perfect for people who go running, workout in a gym or just for everyday use. In addition to music playback, this multifunctional device features a timer option and a noise cancelling voice recorder that is great for recording memos throughout your day. The device automatically scans and saves FM stations and can be connected to a car via the AUX port, so you can enjoy your music collection while driving.

This music player features the longest battery life on a single charge in comparison with the other MP3 players in our review. Thus, the built-in battery can last for about 70 hours of continuous audio playback. In a more likely scenario, this means that the player could possibly last people for most of a week before needing to be recharged. Moreover, this MP3 player offers a fast charge feature, so a 30-minute charge will work for 10 hours use. We are sure that this option is not just important, it is extremely necessary for every user. And a full- charge time is about 3-4 hours, so you won't have to wait all day to resume listening to your favorite music. For those who find the extremely long battery life to be the most important aspect of any player, then this model simply can't be beat.

The Berennis A30 mp3 player has a sleek high-tech design. It looks nice and feels expensive. The player is very convenient for one-handed operation. It is ergonomic and thin, so it fits a hand perfectly.

There are only 3 buttons: two for volume control on the left side and an on/off button (with the microSD slot) on the right. Most operations can be done with 7 touch-sensitive buttons on the front panel. They are very responsive and LED backlit for use in dim light. Plus, the player is featured with a one-key lock function to help you avoid accidental song switch.

As for the battery, the A30 is equipped with a Li-poly battery that fully charges in 2.5 hours. After that, it offers up to 30 hours of continuous music streaming.

In addition to all the handy options, the Berennis A30 offers, it is equipped with a sensitive microphone for voice recording. It is quite powerful and makes clear recordings from a distance. This is especially handy for recording a lecture or any other speech.

All in all, this is a fully-featured player that won’t let you get bored. Audio, video, text, FM, and recording support in addition to a very good sounding make it a very decent mp3 player. It costs less than $30 and but it's easily one of the best models in its price range.