Best MP3 Players for 2026
The best MP3 players (aka digital audio players or DAPs) sound great and let you listen to music offline without paying for a subscription.
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Written by Geoffrey Morrison
Article updated on May 14, 2026 at 3:29 AM PDT
If you don't want to use your phone to listen to music, you can still find plenty of what were once called MP3 players. These digital audio players can be tiny, simple devices or larger, almost phone-like ones that run Android. With the latter, you can even install streaming apps like Spotify and Apple Music. Personally, I use these devices while hiking and for international travel, including on planes. You can also just use an old phone. Here are the best options in 2026.
What's the best MP3 player overall?
Generally speaking, the Shanling M0sis the best MP3 player overall because it's small, simple, and inexpensive. However, if...
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