Microdrive MP3 players

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a small MP3 player with a stylish and ergonomic design--and you don't need a ton of storage--consider Archos's Gmini XS 100.

Specs: Microdrive, MP3, WAV, WMA, 3 GB, 1 x Lithium ion Rechargeable Player battery

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a small MP3 player with a stylish and ergonomic design--and you don't need a ton of storage--consider Archos's Gmini XS 100.

Specs: Microdrive, MP3, WAV, WMA, 3 GB, 1 x Lithium ion Rechargeable Player battery

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a small MP3 player with a stylish and ergonomic design--and you don't need a ton of storage--consider Archos's Gmini XS 100.

Specs: Microdrive, MP3, WAV, WMA, 3 GB, 1 x Lithium ion Rechargeable Player battery

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a small MP3 player with a stylish and ergonomic design--and you don't need a ton of storage--consider Archos's Gmini XS 100.

Specs: Microdrive, MP3, WMA, WAV, 3 GB, 1 x Lithium ion Rechargeable Player battery

The Bottom Line: Most users will be pleased with the Lyra's sleek, lightweight design and easy-to-use interface, but serious audiophiles will be unimpressed by the sound quality.

Specs: Microdrive, MP3, WMA, Protected WMA (DRM), 5 GB, Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryInternal

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a beautiful, versatile, long-lasting audio player, you should definitely consider the Rio--but not necessarily this Rio.

Specs: Microdrive, MP3, WMA, Audible, 2.5 GB, 1 x Rechargeable Player battery

The Bottom Line: Samsung's YEPP YH-820MC isn't quite as slick as the iPod Mini, but it's smaller and offers features that the Apple player lacks, such as recording capabilities and a photo-friendly display.

Specs: Microdrive, MP3, WAV, WMA, Ogg Vorbis, 5 GB, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

The Bottom Line: The Rio Carbon Pearl largely lives up to the hype. This mini hard drive player has a great design, an excellent interface, and Energizer-like battery life.

Specs: Microdrive, MP3, WMA, Audible, 6 GB, 1 x Rechargeable Player battery

The Bottom Line: The Rio Carbon Pearl largely lives up to the hype. This mini hard drive player has a great design, an excellent interface, and Energizer-like battery life.

Specs: Microdrive, MP3, WMA, Audible, 5 GB, 1 x Rechargeable Player battery

The Bottom Line: In the iPod Mini redux, Apple offers two capacity options and a more competitive pricing scheme--welcome improvements in an already fantastic player.

Specs: Microdrive, No built-in memory, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, 6 GB, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated