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Our Personal Tech Radar survey found that our users view battery life as a critical factor. Most hard-drive-based players come with non-removable lithium ion batteries, which typically last tw... Read more [+]
Our Personal Tech Radar survey found that our users view battery life as a critical factor. Most hard-drive-based players come with non-removable lithium ion batteries, which typically last two to four years. Many manufacturers have some sort of return/repair plan, so check the warranty policy before you buy (the typical replacement cost is about $100).
Flash and MP3 CD players are split between those using AA or AAA batteries and those with an internal rechargeable cell. Since flash players need to be synced more often and it's easy to recharge as you sync, flash players with rechargeable batteries are usually preferable. Generally speaking, the larger the player, the longer the battery life; but this isn't always the case, so be sure to read the battery-test results in our reviews before you pull out your wallet.
