Submitted by models are compact and lightweight, making them easy to take with you. Some players have a minimum of additional features, but you can choose a model with an FM tuner or voice recorder. In the full catalog, you can independently choose and buy an MP3 player that will fully meet your requirements.

Low price, 8 GB of built-in memory, 15 hours of playback, relatively high sound quality.
Charging only from a PC, no display, no voice recorder and FM tuner, searching for the right songs takes a lot of time.

Transcend T.sonic 300 8Gb

Transcend T.sonic 300 is convenient to take with you on the road and for a run. After all, it will fit even in the smallest pocket and weighs 15 grams. The player does not have a display, so you will not be able to quickly select songs or create thematic folders. The key on the bottom side is responsible for turning on the player, as well as for choosing the mode of replaying the playlist or shuffling tracks.

The player also does not have a voice recorder and an FM tuner. At the same time, this compact Transcend model does an excellent job with its main task - playing music : the sound is of high quality and the volume margin is normal for portable headphones. The model supports popular MP3, WMA and WAV formats. 8 GB of internal memory will be enough for many music lovers. By the way, if desired, this compact player can be used as a USB drive for storing and transferring files.

Users note that the main advantage of the Transcend T.sonic 300 is a powerful battery. And the manufacturer reports that the device is designed for 15 hours of operation without recharging. According to reviews, with daily use, the charge lasts 1-2 weeks, depending on the intensity of use. With this player, you can listen to music while traveling for several hours and not worry that your phone will run out of power. This is an important argument in favor of MP3 players, if you choose what is best for listening to music on the road - a phone or a player. Overall, the Transcend T.sonic 300 is a great solution for those who are looking for a device to listen to their favorite music at a bargain price and do not like listening to the radio.

20 hours battery life, wireless connection to PC, backlight, FM radio, Bass Boost to boost bass.
No slot for a memory card, no clip, no possibility to charge from the mains.

Sony NWZ-B183F 4Gb

The NWZ-B183F is one of Sony's most popular compact MP3 players. The device received all the "chips" characteristic of Walkman series devices - a good battery, a reliable body assembly, good sound quality. With this player, you can listen to your favorite radio stations, as well as record programs and songs. And this model does not have a full-fledged voice recorder.

The buttons are located on the case in such a way that it is difficult to control the player without looking (for example, without taking the device out of your pocket). To adjust the sound settings in the player there is an equalizer with 5 modes. Users in the reviews note that this is not enough to fully customize the sound and it is difficult to achieve the desired sound with an equalizer. Among the settings, the Bass Boost function stands out, the activation of which provides the power and depth of the bass even when using not the coolest headphones.

The built-in memory in the Sony MP3 player is 4 GB and there is no way to expand its volume. The model connects to a PC via a USB connector, like a flash drive, which greatly simplifies the process of writing files. The NWZ-B183F does not require pre-installation of drivers: after connecting to the USB port, the device is immediately recognized by Windows. The player supports the most common audio files - MP3, WMA, AAC.

The Sony MP3 player battery charges in just 70 minutes. After that, you can continuously listen to music for as long as 20 hours! There is also the possibility of fast charging: in 3 minutes the battery is charged to a level sufficient to listen to tracks for 1.5 hours. This is very convenient if you urgently need to recharge the device, for example, before leaving the house to study or work.
OLED screen, FM and voice recorder, a variety of user settings, a convenient clip for attaching to clothing, 5 color options, the presence of "Sleep mode".
There is no possibility of charging from the mains, the average quality of the headphones, the low quality of the recording of the voice recorder.

SanDisk Sansa Clip+ 4Gb

The manufacturer Sandisk is known to customers for its quality USB drives and memory cards. In addition, the company decided to try its hand at developing MP3 players and released a series of compact and inexpensive Sansa devices. In our opinion, and according to reviewers of reputable sites (eg www.mobile-review.com), Sandisk's efforts were not in vain. SanDisk Sansa Clip + will delight its owner with a compact and lightweight body (the player weighs 23 grams). At the same time, the model is equipped with a 4-line OLED screen with a resolution of 320x240 pixels. It clearly shows all the necessary information for easy menu navigation and song selection. The manufacturer has equipped the device with a customizable timer to turn off the screen backlight, and its brightness can be adjusted.

The quality of sound reproduction is good (taking into account the cost of the player), although users in the reviews of this model are advised to immediately purchase new headphones in order to enjoy it. The number of supported formats is also pleasing - MP3, OGG, Audible, WMA, as well as lossless FLAC format, which is not typical for players in this price category. For lovers of audiobooks, the advantage will be the ability to play the file from the point where it was stopped before turning it off. The player also has a calendar, an FM tuner that allows you to store up to 40 radio stations.

The MP3 player holds a charge of up to 10 hours of music playback. The Sansa Clip+ is powered by a computer and is not designed for mains charging. People who are used to charging gadgets from USB ports will not regard this as a disadvantage. The cable to connect to the PC is short, but buying the right cable will solve this problem. The player has a so-called "Sleep Mode" - the ability to set the time after which the device will turn off. For example, this is useful if you like to fall asleep to soothing music. All in all, the Sansa Clip+ is one of the best players in its price range, although it's not perfect.

Aluminium housing with 8 color options, voice control, clip for attaching to clothes, 15 hours of playback, sound quality, good headphones included.
Only 2 GB of internal memory, no screen, voice recorder and FM tuner, no charging from the network, linking to iTunes.

Apple iPod shuffle 4gen 2Gb

iPod shuffle 4Gen is Apple's smallest player yet. The gadget is much smaller than the Apple iPod Touch 5Gen and iPod nano 7Gen (it weighs 12 grams and measures 31.6 x 29 x 8.7 mm). The body is made of aluminium, which allows you to count on its durability even with intensive use. Customers can choose one of eight cheerful body colors: silver, orange, blue, pink, green, etc. It is convenient to carry the player while walking and traveling, attaching it to a bag or clothes using a clip.

The buttons on the iPod shuffle 4Gen are larger and more comfortable than the previous generation iPod shuffle. The device recognizes voice commands, so you can simply name a song or artist to quickly find the desired file in the library. This VoiceOver feature recognizes 25 languages, including Russian.

The player plays files in the following formats: AAC, MP3, Audible, Apple Lossless, AIFF, WAV. Therefore, iTunes users do not have to convert files from their music collection to MP3 format. The player offers an interesting Genius Mixes feature, which allows you to automatically create playlists of similar songs based on the interests of the listener and his iTunes collection.

It is a pity that such an extraordinary model has only 2 GB of internal memory without the possibility of expansion. Nevertheless, buyers in the reviews note that this volume is enough for them to listen to their favorite music. Although, there are those who wanted to be a similar player with a large amount of memory. Both those and others are pleased that this miniature "hard worker" works up to 15 hours without recharging.

iPod shuffle is a player for those who are looking for a model exclusively for listening to music and are familiar with iTunes. There is nothing superfluous in it, and a miniature body with a pleasant design and well-thought-out ergonomics will please music lovers and especially lovers of Apple technology.

8 GB of built-in memory, dust and water protection, wireless headphones.
Only 8 hours of battery life, no mains charging.

Our TOP-5 player completes with built-in Sony NWZ-W274 headphones. The company positions its model as an perfect option for sports and outdoor activities. The body of the player is protected from moisture and dust according to the IPX8 standard. Therefore, with the NWZ-W274 you can listen to music in the pool or take a shower after a workout. With it you can dive to a depth of two meters (but contact with sea water is not recommended). The earphones fit snugly to the ears, their temples are adjustable, and there are 2 pairs of interchangeable earbuds included. Therefore, they do not fall off during training.

Control of the Sony NWZ-W274 is simple and intuitive: with a flick of your finger, you can find the desired song and pause the music. You can switch tracks and folders using the rotary lever, which is very convenient during a workout when you do not want to be distracted from your workout. The Sony player has interesting features. For example, the Zappin function allows you to select the song you want by playing small excerpts of tracks in the playlist.

Without recharging, the device works for 8 hours. Compared to the battery life of the NWZ-B183F and iPod shuffle 4Gen. In defense of this Sony model, we can say that it is designed for athletes and 8 hours of battery life is enough for several runs, trips to the gym or pool. If the player is suddenly discharged, and you are already going to a workout, plug it into the network and in three minutes the device will charge to listen to one album.

Sony NWZ-W274 is one of the best players for sports. However, it is convenient to use it whenever you want to enjoy music in comfort, and not just at the stadium, fitness center and swimming pool.
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