SanDisk Sansa e260 (4 GB) MP3 Player

I just bought the e260 for my daughter (Christmas gift). She insisted on the Nano but I found that this unit was not only more affordable but had much more to offer than its more expensive counterpart. Once she got over her initial disappointment and opened the package, she was surprised at how much alike they look. Since a few of her friends have the Nano she was familiar with its operation and downloading process. She quickly commented that the e260 was more user friendly in both the downloading and song searching arenas. She was most impressed that the batteries lasted far longer than the Nano's (very important to the kid who can't stand to be without tunes for very long).
I can honestly tell you that my research led me to purchase this unit above all others given both price and functionality but what probably means more to you is that my daughter who just "had to have a Nano" is thrilled that she recieved the e260 instead. It doesn't take long for the kids to pick out the short comings of the paper champs when it comes to electronics. I'm not saying that this is the best MP3 on the market because that is a very subjective thing but I can tell you that I was satisfied it was the best "bargain" on the market and that it passed the toughest test of all. The kid test.