I did a lot of research before I purchased the Creative Zen. It is perfect! The only thing it doesn't do is take pictures and I have enough devices that do that. It is small, light weight, has great sounds, the ear buds are very comfortable, easy to use and I could go on.

I did my research before purchasing an MP3 Player - being one of these fuddie-duddies that has to get into this century....to purchase for my 15 year old son. Consumer Reports recommended this particular brand/make and we are happy with it. The ONLY reason I gave it three stars on the "ease of operation" is because it was supposed to come with a Quick Start Guide and that was no-where to be found. Luckily I'm not fuddie-duddie enough....and figured it out on my own (if I do say so myself). I'd recommend it. I'm a pretty tough critic.