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- Most popular: Apple iPod
- Runners up: SanDisk Sansa, Creative Labs Zen and MuVo, Microsoft Zune, and Samsung
- Popular review sources: CNET, PC World, PC Magazine, Consumer Reports, Engadget, Consumer Guide
- Most expensive: i.Beat Organix Limited Edition Gold ($19,999)
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With over 70% market share in 2007, Apple's iPod has dominated the MP3 player field since its 2001 introduction. However, it was not the first on the market (1997's Korean-made MPMan), nor is it the only highly rated line available. This page is a guide to reputable sources of MP3 player reviews, featuring both iPod and its competitors.
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Flash MP3 Players:
Though sometimes considered to be on the lower-end of the MP3 player market, players that use flash-based memory are typically smaller, lighter and more reliable, making them ideal for athletes. Higher storage capacities have made them more appealing. Some well-reviewed models include the iPod Touch and the Samsung S5.Hard-Disk MP3 Players
MP3 players that use hard drives have achieved very high storage capacities. Top rated models include the Microsoft Zune 80GB and the iPod 80 GB.
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MP3 Player Reviews Questions
My brother is looking for an mp3 player for listening to podcast. 1 AnswerThe reason that the ipod is so popular is that it's so darn good. There is very good integration between the iPod and iTunes. For listening to podcasts I would... read more
How many people worldwide own an mp3 player as of December 2008? 2 AnswersFor 2008 the number is an estimate of 14.5 million in the US which is currently 75% of the market which puts global sales about 18.125 million world wide read more
Should I buy an Ipod, or a different MP3 player? 18 AnswersYou can certainly get more bang for your buck with other MP3 brands than going with the Apple equivalents. But while you get might get more storage, more featur... read more
iPod alernatives: Whats the best MP3 player besides the iPod/iPod touch? 2 AnswersThere is a lot of buzz about the new Sony Walkman NWZ-S738F MP3 player. I have included a link to the Washington Post review but some of the highlights include:... read more -
iPod Touch Top Reviews
- Official Site: Apple iPod Touch (8 or 16 GB)
- Apple Store: iPod Touch
iPod Nano Top Reviews
- Official Site: Apple iPod Nano (3rd Gen) (4 or 8 GB)
- Apple Store: iPod Nano
iPod Classic Top Reviews
- Official Site: Apple iPod Classic (80 or 160 GB)
- Apple Store: iPod Classic
iPod Shuffle Top Reviews
- Official Site: Apple iPod Shuffle (3rd Gen) (1 GB)
- Apple Store: iPod Shuffle
Creative ZEN V Plus Top Reviews
Creative ZEN Top Reviews
- Official Site: Creative ZEN (4, 8, 16 GB)
- Amazon.com: Creative ZEN
Creative ZEN Vision W Top Reviews
Creative ZEN Stone Plus Top Reviews
- Official Site: Creative ZEN Stone Plus (2 GB)
- Amazon.com: Creative ZEN Stone Plus
Top SanDisk Sansa MP3 Player Reviews
Sansa View Top Reviews
- Official Site: SanDisk Sansa View (8 or 16 GB)
- Best Buy: SanDisk Sansa View
Sansa Connect Top Reviews
Sansa Shaker Top Reviews
- Official Site: SanDisk Sansa Shaker (512 MB or 1 GB)
- Best Buy: SanDisk Sansa Shaker
Sansa Clip Top Reviews
- Official Site: SanDisk Sansa Clip (1 or 2 GB)
- Best Buy: SanDisk Sansa Clip
Sansa Express Top Reviews
- Official Site: SanDisk Sansa Express (1 or 2 GB)
- Amazon.com: SanDisk Sansa Express
Top Microsoft MP3 Player Reviews
Microsoft Zune 30GB Top Reviews
- Official Site: Microsoft Zune 30GB
- Amazon.com: Microsoft Zune 30GB
Microsoft Zune 80GB Top Reviews
- Official Site: Microsoft Zune 80GB
- Amazon.com: Microsoft Zune 80GB
- CNET: Zune: a rant in 5 parts
Microsoft Zune 4GB/8GB Reviews
- Official Site: Microsoft Zune 4GB/8GB
- Amazon.com: Microsoft Zune 8GB
- Amazon.com: Microsoft Zune 4GB
Top iriver MP3 Player Reviews
iriver Clix Top Reviews
- Official Site: iRiver Clix (2, 4, 8 GB)
- Amazon.com: iRiver Clix
Toshiba Gigabeat U-Series Top Reviews
- Official Site: Toshiba Gigabeat U-Series (2 GB)
- Amazon.com: Toshiba Gigabeat U-Series




