Typical price: £230
What is it: Flash-based MP3 and video player with Bluetooth
What we think: Probably the best MP3 player we've seen in 2008, despite a number of annoyances
Compare the Sony Walkman NWZ-A829
Sony Walkman NWZ-A829 compared to all other players
 Sony Walkman NWZ-A829 |
 Apple iPod touch (2nd gen) |
 Sony Network Walkman NW-E507 (1GB) |
 iRiver Clix 2 Red Line 8GB |
|
| Review date | 14 Apr 08 | 12 Sep 08 | 10 Jun 05 | 12 Sep 07 |
| Editor's rating |
8.6
|
9.0
|
8.9
|
8.8
|
| Price range | £230 | |||
| Review summary | The Sony Walkman NWZ-A829 is a truly superb player in terms of usability, sound quality and design. It's not without its fair share of flaws -- notably the tricky video support -- but for most people it's an absolute must to consider, if not run out and buy Read full review |
This is one of the best iPods ever made -- seriously -- and it's definitely worth upgrading if you're using an old or basic MP3 player. But keep in mind that with all the new features, it could be too much for people just looking for a portable music player. Still, the design is better than ever and most of its features are miles ahead of the competition Read full review |
The NW-E507 looks fabulous and sounds just as good. Top volume falls well short of the iPod, but then you don't want to break your ears. If this almost immaculate player has a flaw, it's this: the jukebox software is poorly designed. You'll have the smartest looking MP3 player on the street, but when it comes to transferring songs, you'll be cursing the software Read full review |
Quite simply the finest flash-based MP3 player you can buy at the moment -- the second-generation Clix is feature-packed, easy to use and boasts stunning aesthetics, though it comes at a hefty price. If you can afford an iPod nano killer, look no further Read full review |
| User rating | ||||
| Full specification | Full specification | Full specification | Full specification |
Want to compare other products?
This page compares the Sony Walkman NWZ-A829 with top-rated products that have similar features. You can choose other products to compare it with on the Compare Products page
Tell us what you think
Do you own this product? Want to share your experiences with other CNET.co.uk users?
Write your own review of the Sony Walkman NWZ-A829
Can't find the product you're looking for? Want to suggest a product for review?
Latest MP3 player Reviews
Sony Giga Juke NAS-SC55
Great value and function as a package, but some products perform individual functions better
Philips MCI-500H
A solid offering for the price, but its feature set doesn't attempt going the extra mile
