10 Excellent Portable Record Players – Let the Good Times Roll!

If you are always on the go and don’t have a ton of time to baby your record player, then this just might be the best one for you. Its rugged design is all about protecting the player. When the case is closed, it is stylish, yet tough. When in use, the records do not hang over the sides of the player, making it unlikely that they’d get bumped or scratched while playing.
When fully charged, the player has a 3-hour battery life, and it can be played at three speeds. It also will give you plenty of listening options, as you can use it with the built-in speakers, which sound nice and clear, connect it to external ones, listen with headphones, or play your music from a smart device through Bluetooth. This combination of features makes this model one of the best turntables under 200 dollars.

What are our favorite features?

• Durable
• Records don’t hang over the side of the player when in use
• Good battery life
• Plenty of listening options
• Supports external speakers

What could be better?

• Heavier than some rivals

This player is a great choice if you are looking for maximum durability, portability, and a high quality of sound. The briefcase design is not only great for transporting the player, but also adds a bit of protection when it is actually in use. Unlike other briefcase style players, this one does not have the records hanging out over the edge while in use. This will help to protect them from being bumped, jostled, or knocked to the ground.

It is one of the heaviest portable record players in our list, but still not too heavy to carry, and the features included are worth it. You can use the player at three speeds (33, 45, and 78 rpm) and easily connect it to external speakers and Bluetooth devices, or you can simply listen in with the built-in speaker, which will provide adequate audio. You can also back up your vinyl records to computer. If you want to listen to your music in private, just listen to it with your headphones.

What do we love it for?

• Durable and protective briefcase design
• High portability
• Three-speed turntable
• Record protection
• Bluetooth
• Connects to external speakers

What were we disappointed with?

• Larger size case

The first thing that catches your eye when you look at this case is its distressed style. It is a vintage turnable, regardless of which color you choose. This makes it an ideal accent piece to either keep in your home to match with your décor or to take out and about with you and coordinate with your style.

This isn’t just a showpiece, however. It backs up its good looks with high-quality sound from the internal stereo speakers and plenty of listening options. You can listen to vinyl at three speeds (33, 45, and 78 rpm) or use your smart device with Bluetooth to listen to any of your music, anywhere. Like most other briefcase style players, you need to be careful when you are playing your records, since they will overhang the edge a bit.

What makes it stand out?

• Vintage style
• Three speeds
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Rechargeable battery

Which disadvantages must you keep in mind?

• Records overhang the sides when in use

This briefcase style player will provide you with plenty of listening options. Of course, you can listen to your vinyl records at three speeds, or connect it to your computer to put them into an MP3 format. The built-in stereo speakers will give you crisp, clear audio, wherever you are. You also can connect this player to external speakers for a bolder listening experience, or connect it to headphones for a more intimate session.

The best feature, however, is the autonomous arm. Instead of having to set up the record each time you play, this player will do all of that work for you. Unlike some other autonomous players, however, you won’t need to worry about this one scratching your vinyl. It operates very smoothly and should keep your records in tip-top shape.

What makes it special?

• Safe and steady autonomous playing
• Vinyl-to-MP3 recording
• Supports external speakers
• Three-speed turntable

What cons did we find?

• Records overhang the sides when in use
• No Bluetooth

The beauty of this player from JORLAI is all in its packaging. When the player is closed up for transport, it is extremely small, discrete, and easy to manage. This makes it a good choice for someone who already has a lot of other things to carry, since it won’t take up that much room on its own. Of course, you need to be careful when playing records, since, due to the smaller case size, the records will overhang the sides a bit and are apt to be bumped.

Along with its small size, this player can play records at three speeds (33, 45, and 78 rpm), making it ideal for most vinyl. You can also connect it to your computer to back up your music, or connect it to your smart device with an aux jack or Bluetooth so that you can listen to any music, anywhere. While it does have a rechargeable battery, the battery life is a little short, as it will only allow you to use it for about 2 hours before it needs a recharge. The internal speakers give a rich sound, which is surprising for their small size.

Why did it make our list?

• Small size
• Three-speed turntable
• Vinyl-to-MP3 option
• Bluetooth

What is not ideal about it?

• Battery life shorter than some rivals'
• Records overhang the sides when in use

Now, this is a player that was built for portability! The briefcase style housing makes this the best portable record player in the market. It is easy to set up, break down, and take with you anywhere that you want to go with it. It is extremely lightweight, making it an ideal companion, wherever you might want to listen to your vinyl.

Not only is it easy to transport, but the 1byone player is also built to give you the best listening experience possible. It is belt driven, which will give you vibration free audio. The built-in stereo speakers will give you great sound on their own, even if you don’t want to connect it to separate speakers. It can also be used to play at three speeds, which are 33, 45, and 78 rpm. This gives you the right array to play any vinyl you can find. You can also connect this player to external speakers for a bolder sound, or to headphones for a private session.

What are our favorite features?

• Easy to carry design
• Belt driven for vibration free audio
• Three-speed turntable
• Easy connection to speakers or headphones

What could be better?

• Cannot be played with lid closed for dust protection
• No Bluetooth

If you are looking for a budget-friendly player, then this might be the right choice for you. It comes with built-in speakers, which provide clear audio on their own, and a USB port. This allows you to connect it to your computer and save your vinyl records as an audio file. This is a great way to preserve your classics in a safe location, while still maintaining their classic sound.

The case that the player is built into is sturdy as well, though not quite as stylish as some other models. It definitely serves its purpose, however, making transportation of the player quick and easy. The player also allows you to utilize the three most popular speeds (33, 45, and 78 rpm). This gives you the ability to play tons of records. This player also has one of the best battery life out there, as it can last up to 4 hours when fully charged, so you can take it anywhere.

Why is it special?

• Low cost
• Three-speed turntable
• Long battery life

What are the flaws?

• Basic design
• No Bluetooth

This is by far one of the best-looking record players out there. If you want a player that will not only give you great sound but will look great too with your décor, then this is a good choice. The wood case is beautiful and would be a great accent piece in any room.

The case is also nice and slim, making it easy to transport. The records will hang over the edge a bit when you play them though, so be careful not to bump them. This is a three-speed player that connects to external speakers, headphones, and smartphones with the proper cords. You also can listen to it through its built-in stereo speakers, which are surprisingly clear for their size.

What makes it special?

• Beautiful design
• Slim case for easy transport
• Vinyl to MP3 recording

What cons did we find?

• Slim case could lead to increased chance of damage to records
• No Bluetooth

If you are in the market for a professional style turntable that is also extremely easy to transport, then this just might be the perfect fit. The Handy Trax has an ultra-thin design, which makes it very easy to transport, as long as you have a case to carry it in. It also has a built-in mono speaker and a headphone jack, making it easy to listen to wherever you are.

Aside from its sleek design, what makes this player a good choice for a professional is the amount of control it provides you with when you are listening to your records. Not only can you control the volume and play speed, but you can also control the pitch and tone of the music. This will allow you to create a unique sound that is all your own, making this a great choice for someone looking for a unique listening experience. The player has a built-in mono speaker, which will work in a pinch, but you would be better served to connect it to some external speakers for better sound quality.

Why are we impressed?

• Sleek and slim design
• Volume, pitch, and tone control
• Three-speed turntable

What negatives must you be aware of?

• No carrying case
• Higher price segment
• No Bluetooth

The first thing that jumps out at you when you look at this record player is its sleek, minimalistic design. Not only will this player provide you with excellent sound quality when you listen to your records, but it will also serve as a great accent piece to your room décor. The dust cover, which can be closed overtop of the record when it is playing, is another nice feature. It does not have any speakers of its own, however, so be sure to get some of your own if you choose this player.

The automatic operation is smooth, and the belt-driven design provides a vibration-free listening experience. The one thing that you need to be aware of, however, is that, unlike many other portable record players in the market today, this one is only dual speed, being able to run at 33 and 45 rpm. This might limit the types of records you can play. It also doesn’t have any sort of carrying case, so portability might be tricky unless you get a separate case.

Why are we impressed?

• Sleek, minimalistic design
• Fully automatic operation
• Replaceable diamond stylus
• Dust protection

What negatives must you be aware of?

• Dual speed only
• No carrying case
• No in-built speakers
• No Bluetooth