Satellite Radio Tuners

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic CQ-C8305U performs the basic functions of a digital-age car stereo well with great audio-tweaking options, intuitive file and folder navigation, and a worthwhile iPod interface. The stereo's full-motion color display adds little to its usability or attractiveness and its Bluetooth is disappointing.

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-in

The Bottom Line: If you can spend the extra money for a professional installation, the Audiovox XpressR offers one of the best-looking, fully loaded XM radio receivers on the market.

Specs: Stereo, 3.3 oz, 1 year warranty, LCD

The Bottom Line: The JVC KD-PDR30 looks and sounds good, and its standard iPod connectivity will endear it to those looking to take their iTunes on the road. However, its lack of a decent search mechanism for navigating large iPod lists means that it fails one of its primary usability functions.

Specs: Radio / CD / MP3 player, Radio tuner, CD / MP3 player, Audio line-in, Audio line-out

The Bottom Line: The XM Mini-Tuner is a convenient way to carry your satellite radio subscription with you--and it will become even more useful as more compatible XM-ready devices are released.

The Bottom Line: The intriguing Sirius Stiletto 100 is packed with useful radio and digital audio features, and it's easy and fun to use. However, some consumers may find the Stiletto too bulky, and battery life isn't stellar.

Specs: Sirius satellite radio tuner / network audio player / digital player, Stereo, 4.7 oz, 1 year warranty, LCD

The Bottom Line: If you want the most basic and affordable way into XM radio and don't mind surfing through channels, check out AGT's Sportscaster.

The Bottom Line: The world's smallest plug-and-play XM satellite radio may be the most affordable route to satellite radio at home.

Specs: XM radio tuner, XM antenna, Audio line-out

The Bottom Line: Sirius's first dedicated home satellite radio, the Sirius SR-H550, looks and feels more substantial than those teensy plug-and-play tuners.

Specs: Sirius satellite radio tuner, Stereo, Remote control (Infrared), 14.8 in x 10.7 in x 2.7 in

The Bottom Line: The Sirius S50 is a compact and attractive satellite radio player, but users must learn to live within its limitations. It's best for car commuters who occasionally want a portable unit. If you want live satellite streaming on the go, you'll need the Delphi MyFi XM2Go or Pioneer's Airware XM2Go, which work with XM satellite radio.

Specs: Sirius satellite radio tuner / digital player, Black

Editors' Take: The Kenwood Here2Everywhere boasts a larger display than most competing plug-and-play Sirius receivers.

Specs: Sirius satellite radio tuner, None