There are more iPod nano challengers on the market than we’d care to mention, but not many put up too much of a fight, except this one.

If the lack of a display or hold button don’t bother you, this is a superb player

It’s more tweaky and involved than most players, but it’s also got far more features

The PC peripheral finally hits the mainstream with this easy-to-use touchscreen device offering loads of extras

Once you’ve mastered the touch-screen you’ll have plenty of fun with this great effort from LG

The Vision M is something of an iPod imitator, but it doesn’t quite match its inspiration

An excellent player from Samsung, combing outstanding innovation with great sound and picture clarity

If you want an alternative to Apple, here’s a great (and cheap) place to start

One of the best performers in this category – if you’re a PC user on a decent budget, you must hear this sporty Walkman

Good to have WMP compatibility, but it needs better sound.

It may be pricey, but Sony's Walkman is a fine MP3 player and a good alternative to everything Apple