Best Walkmans of 2025

"I've been using this product for over a month, and everything about it has been great. I've added over 300 songs without it repeating any. Sound quality is important to me, and it's been solid so far."

"While it does come with 64 GB memory, I found the screen visibility a bit lacking and the controls somewhat confusing. To navigate, I have to use the left and right buttons, which isn't intuitive. I bought it for my granddaughter, and she loves it, but it's not as good as a Sony MP3 player."

"I appreciate that it works as a player, but every time I shut it down, it forgets my playlist. I have to search for my songs again upon restarting. The included headphones were pretty much useless, but considering the price, I wasn’t expecting much. The button functionality could be improved, but overall, it seems to work well for now."

"I've had this player for months and love the good battery life. I mainly use it for loading MP3 files and listening to the radio. The sound quality is great, especially for my hearing issues. Loading MP3 files from my PC is also very easy!"

"Everything is great with this device, but it drops connection to my Bluetooth devices every few minutes, even when it’s just sitting still. I wouldn’t feel comfortable using it in public; I can just imagine Lady Gaga blaring out of my earbuds!"

"I find the sound quality of this MP3 player absolutely impressive! The 64GB memory is perfect for my favorite songs and videos. The Bluetooth 5.3 works flawlessly, and I love the built-in speaker. It's also very lightweight, making it easy to carry around. I'm really happy with this purchase!"

"This is a great little media player, but it deserves more information. Tip #1: AMV video conversion software is included! I found it on the device and used it to convert videos successfully. After testing, the battery lasted 4 hours of playback with 75% remaining. It's fun to listen to movies and glance at the screen."

"I got this MP3 player for my 9-year-old so he could enjoy audiobooks and music without using a phone. It's simple to use and works well enough, although I’m not a fan of the screen layout compared to my Apple products. Overall, it’s a decent choice for kids at a reasonable price."

"I primarily bought this for its MP3 capabilities while working in the forest. It has lots of features, but I faced some sound quality issues and a cumbersome file navigation system. The Bluetooth range is only about 4 feet, making it less practical. With some firmware improvements and a better sound experience, it could be more user-friendly."

"I found this to be a great MP3 player. It was easy to use and worked well until recently when it just stopped charging, which was disappointing."

"I bought this for my dad during his hospital stay so he could listen to music and lift his spirits. It was simple to load music on and had good sound quality."

"I use this device to play music through my bass guitar amplifier's aux input. It's perfect for my practice sessions."

"I bought this device for my car since it lacks Bluetooth capability, and I needed something that could connect with an aux cable. However, it doesn't seem to read the music I put on it—sometimes it plays a song then just stops. If you're looking for a music player, this isn't the right choice."

"I got this for my daughter for Christmas, but she only used it three times before the headphones stopped working. To be honest, it feels like a wasted purchase."

"I've loaded 2GB of podcasts onto this MP3 player, and the sound through earbuds is decent. It charges quickly and offers about 25 hours of playback when fully charged. The volume controls are precise, but I haven't tested the Bluetooth or the screen for photos and videos yet. It's the perfect size for walking while listening."

"I've found this little MP3 player to be an indispensable companion. Its solid feel and premium look make it stand out. With 128 GB capacity, I can store my whole music library worry-free. The voice recorder feature has boosted my productivity, letting me capture important meeting notes easily. Plus, the radio feature is a nice addition, providing variety to my listening experience. Overall, it has exceeded my expectations in performance and versatility!"

"I got this for my mom since she’s quite old school and prefers not to deal with online purchases. The battery life is impressive, and it holds a good number of songs. It was easy for me to explain to her how to use it. She loves that it’s lightweight and durable, perfect for her walks and bus rides. The fact that she can still listen to the radio makes her very happy!"

"For the price I paid, this MP3 player is surprisingly good. When I first took it out, I noticed the metallic feel and decent weight, which I appreciate. The screen visibility is better than expected, even in daylight. Though the volume isn’t that powerful, it sounds decent with good headphones. Overall, it’s a solid device for its cost!"

"I love how music enhances my swimming experience. I chose the previous generation Sony NWZW273S, which worked well, but the new model has fixed the volume issue. The controls are different but seem like they will improve with time. The ear pods fit comfortably and stayed in place while swimming. I've used mine around 40 times in the pool, and it’s holding up great!"

"These headphones are fantastic! I appreciate that I don’t have to carry my phone while running or swimming. After a few days of not using them, they go dormant, but a simple push on the ON/OFF button for 15 seconds resets them. The sound quality is clear, and I’m really happy with this purchase."

"I was looking for something to listen to while swimming laps, and this product met my needs. The loading music interface felt clunky, and the controls weren't the best, but I managed to make it work. The sound quality is fine, but my biggest issue is that after just nine weeks, it no longer turns on despite charging."

"I find it really frustrating with Bluetooth. When I try to put it in my pocket, the signal just cuts out. Sometimes it even makes painful noises in my ears. However, it works great without Bluetooth! It's nice and small, plus very durable. All the apps function well, but I can only give it a 3-star rating due to the Bluetooth problems."

"I was surprised by how well it works! The Bluetooth connection is really strong, but I do find the screen quite small, which can be a bit confusing at times."

"I initially wanted a separate device for music, and I’m glad I purchased this one. The build quality is decent for the price, and it fits nicely in my pockets. Downloading songs is a breeze if you have basic computer skills."

"After finding the MP3 players we bought for our kids, I was disappointed to discover that one wasn't working. Upon inspection, the headphone port had disconnected from the main board. It's frustrating to have such a failure after limited use."

"This was a Christmas gift that lasted through two wash cycles! The software is a bit tricky, but I've gotten used to it. The battery life isn’t great, but it impressed me by surviving the washing machine. That’s why I’m getting another one!"

"I bought this for my wife, who loves country gospel music. It holds a huge amount of music and audiobooks. The sound can get incredibly loud; I had my earphones on and the volume turned high, nearly blowing out my eardrums! I turned it down to level 2, and the music was just perfect. I highly recommend this MP3 player!"

"I had a great experience when I first purchased the unit; it worked flawlessly with good sound and relatively simple controls. However, a couple of weeks in, I started hearing slight crackling while playing music, and the control buttons failed, leaving the screen locked. After some troubleshooting, the unit is now back to working perfectly, but I would still advise caution as I had issues."

"This product is straightforward to use, but it lacks the ability to categorize music by genre, title, or artist. I ended up creating folders by genre and organizing the songs alphabetically, which was quite tedious. Additionally, it doesn't connect to my wife's car stereo via USB or Bluetooth, which would have influenced my buying decision if I had known beforehand. On the bright side, the battery life is excellent."