Best Record Players

Most Comprehensive

High-quality player with easy controls, good sound quality, and a reliable and durable tonearm.

Record player with good build quality to promote durability. Tonearm is durable and protects records from getting scratched. Sound itself is detailed and expansive. Removes the need for manual speed changes.

Bluetooth Stereo Record Player

Sound volume is not very dynamic.

Best Bang for the Buck

Audio-Technica

Bargain Pick

Great starting record player that has Bluetooth capabilities and can make digital copies of records.

Digital copying is a useful feature for anyone borrowing different records. Bluetooth connectivity means the sound does not rely on the in-built speakers. Easy-to-use player for beginners.

Does not have a dynamic range.

Sony

PS-LX310BT Record Player

Trusted Brand

Solid record player from a trusted brand that is easy to use and can be connected to multiple devices.

Bluetooth capabilities of the player are great as it can pair to 8 different devices to provide better quality through multiple speakers. Simple, plug-and-play player that requires very little setup.

In-built speakers are not the best.

Denon

DP-300F Record Player

Fully Automatic Player

A fully automatic record player with powerful sound and features to extend the life of the needle.

Auto start/stop feature extends the life of the needle. Included cartridge produces detailed sound. Automated features are great for protecting records, especially with the simple tonearm lifter that avoids scratches.

Build quality feels cheap.

Fluance

RT81 Record Player

Best for External Speakers

A reliable player that comes with an in-built phono preamp, high-quality cartridge, and dynamic sound quality.

Cartridge is well designed and produces high-quality sound. In-built preamp for better connections to external speakers. Produces dynamic range of sounds and has a durable build that increases longevity of the player.