The SD card on my Echo Mini was full. I didn’t like the idea of navigating even more music on one device, so instead of a bigger SD card I just got another device.
This device isn’t perfect, but I can’t think of better alternative for my tastes except maybe an iPod. But those are crazy money to get upgraded to today’s standards (larger storage, lossless support, etc).
A new device, the Snowsky Echo (not mini) has been announced and also looks gorgeous. But I like the idea of having a few identical devices. I might get a third for meditations, audiobooks (despite the lack of chapter support) and ASMR.
I had no idea that existed, thanks for the additional option to consider! I’m kinda thinking about an iPod mini since those are also moddable, I think they look cute, and are a fair bit cheaper, but I think I might kinda miss color, higher resolution album art, at least a little bit
5th gen kinda seems like the mid-teir price wise, but I’ve heard they’re not as stable with rockbox which Id be kinda interested in potentially running. And 6th gen or later seems really pricey
It’s a tough choice. I like the nano for mobility and the larger classic for comfort if use. Then there’s the cost. I’d be going for Rockbox too for lossless support. The Y1 supports Rockbox.