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MP3 players

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Best MP3 players 2023: Hi-res, pocket-sized music players from Apple, Sony and more
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Sony Walkman NW-WS413 lead
Sony Walkman NW-WS413 review – waterproof all-in-one MP3 player
£80
The Sony Walkman NW-WS413 is a go anywhere all-action MP3 player that doubles up as a pair of waterproof headphones

Latest MP3 players

Philips Ariaz 16GB
Philips Ariaz 16GB review
MP3 players

The Ariaz doesn't feel very robust, but it's great value - £75 is a bargain for a 16GB portable audio player.

Published :
£75 inc VAT
Cowon E2 2GB
Cowon E2 2GB review
MP3 players

Cowon's E2 is a cheap MP3 player, but it's entirely outclassed by the competition.

Published :
£30 inc VAT
Cowon i9 16GB
Cowon i9 16GB review
MP3 players TVs

Cowon's gimmicky i9 isn't a bad portable audio player; it's just there are far better designed models available at similar prices.

Published :
£120 inc VAT
Archos 5 Internet Tablet
Archos 5 Internet Tablet review
MP3 players

Android makes it more than just a media player, but we recommend waiting for an update to version 1.6 before you buy.

Published :
£245 inc VAT
Sandisk Sansa Clip+ 4GB review
MP3 players

Sandisk's Sansa Clip is a well-equipped MP3 player. If you're on a budget, it's the player to buy.

Published :
£40 inc VAT
Speedo LZR Aquabeat 2GB review
MP3 players

The Aquabeat will appeal greatly to swimmers, but its general usefulness is lessened by a number of design compromises.

Published :
£70 inc VAT
ViewSonic VTV35 review
Mobile phones MP3 players

A simple portable TV player; the lack of media file playback is offset by its low price.

Published :
£66 inc VAT
Apple iPod Classic 160GB review
MP3 players

It has plenty of storage and excellent battery life, but niggling audio quality issues prevent it getting an unqualified recommendation.

Published :
£189 inc VAT
Philips GoGear Muse 16GB review
MP3 players

It isn't cheap, but Philips' GoGear Muse is an excellent MP3 player with great image quality and good video support.

Published :
£150 inc VAT
iRiver B30 8GB review
MP3 players

The B30 is packed full of features, including a DAB radio, but it's expensive for the amount of storage space.

Published :
£139 inc VAT