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Looking for alternatives to Fiio X3? Compare the top Playa options ranked by our AI scoring system.

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Fiio X3

Fiio X3

Playa Compact Historical Budget Audiophile Fiio

The FiiO X3 is a portable digital audio player introduced by Chinese manufacturer FiiO in 2013. It was designed for local playback of high-resolution and lossless music files, including formats such as FLAC, and used physical controls with a small color display rather than a smartphone-style touchsc...

6.9 Fair

apps Top Fiio X3 Alternatives

The top alternative to Fiio X3 in 2026 is Astell&Kern AK100 with a score of 8.2/10, followed by Apple iPod mini (2nd generation) (8.0) and Fiio X7 Mark II (7.9).

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Astell&Kern AK100

Astell&Kern AK100

The Astell&Kern AK100 is a portable high-resolution digital audio player released by the South Korean company iRiver in...

Compact Audiophile Historical Ak
8.2 Great
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Apple iPod mini (2nd generation)

Apple iPod mini (2nd generation)

The second-generation Apple iPod mini is a portable digital audio player released in February 2005. It retained the comp...

Compact Apple Historical Mini
8.0 Great
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Fiio X7 Mark II

Fiio X7 Mark II

The Fiio X7 Mark II is an upgraded portable digital audio player from Chinese brand Fiio, released in 2017, noted for it...

Android Audiophile Historical Modular Amp
7.9 Good
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Apple iPod mini (1st generation)

Apple iPod mini (1st generation)

Apple's first iPod mini, released in February 2004, was offered with a 4 GB capacity in five anodized aluminum colors—si...

Compact Apple Historical Mini
7.8 Good
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Astell&Kern AK Jr

Astell&Kern AK Jr

The Astell&Kern AK Jr is an entry-level portable high-resolution audio player released around 2015, positioned at a sign...

Compact Touchscreen Budget Audiophile Ak
7.8 Good
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Fiio M6

Fiio M6

A compact Android-based portable audio player from FiiO, the M6 supports high-quality Bluetooth codecs including aptX HD...

Compact Wifi Touchscreen Budget Audiophile
7.8 Good
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Fiio M7

Fiio M7

A mid-range portable digital audio player from FiiO released in 2018, the M7 combines Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity with ap...

Compact Modern Budget Audiophile Fiio
7.8 Good
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Cowon iAudio 7

Cowon iAudio 7

The Cowon iAudio 7 is a portable digital audio player released by Cowon Systems in 2007. It utilizes flash memory for st...

Compact Historical Flash Memory Iaudio
7.5 Good
9
HiBy R3 Pro

HiBy R3 Pro

The HiBy R3 Pro is a portable digital audio player (DAP) manufactured by the Chinese audio brand HiBy. It features a tou...

Compact Modern Budget Audiophile Balanced Out
7.5 Good
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Fiio M9

Fiio M9

The FiiO M9 is a portable digital audio player introduced in 2018 by Chinese audio manufacturer FiiO. It combines local...

Compact Budget Audiophile Balanced Out Fiio
7.4 Good
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HiBy R3 Pro Saber

HiBy R3 Pro Saber

The HiBy R3 Pro Saber is a specialized digital audio player from Chinese company HiBy, distinguished by its implementati...

Compact Modern Budget Audiophile Dual DAC
7.4 Good
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HiBy R3

HiBy R3

The HiBy R3 is a compact digital audio player manufactured by the Chinese electronics company HiBy. Designed for budget-...

Compact Touchscreen Modern Budget Audiophile
7.3 Good
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Fiio X1 (2nd generation)

Fiio X1 (2nd generation)

The Fiio X1 (2nd generation) is an entry-level portable digital audio player manufactured by the Chinese electronics com...

Compact Budget Dap Fiio
7.3 Good
14
Cowon iAudio 9

Cowon iAudio 9

The Cowon iAudio 9 is a compact digital audio player launched by Cowon Systems in 2009. It uses a touch-sensitive contro...

Compact Historical Touch Pad Iaudio
7.2 Good
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Fiio M3K

Fiio M3K

The FiiO M3K is a small, lower-cost digital audio player that updated FiiO’s original M3 design. It uses a physical cont...

Compact Modern Budget Budget Audiophile
7.2 Good
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Fiio X5 Mark III

Fiio X5 Mark III

The FiiO X5 Mark III is a portable digital audio player introduced by FiiO in 2017. It runs a customized version of Andr...

Android Touchscreen Audiophile Historical
7.2 Good
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Fiio X3 Mark III

Fiio X3 Mark III

The FiiO X3 Mark III is a portable digital audio player released by Chinese audio company FiiO in 2017. It is the third-...

Compact Touchscreen Historical Budget Audiophile
7.1 Good
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Fiio X1 Mark II

Fiio X1 Mark II

The FiiO X1 Mark II is a portable digital audio player released by FiiO in 2016. It is the second-generation model in th...

Budget Historical Budget Audiophile Fiio
6.6 Fair
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Fiio M3

Fiio M3

The FiiO M3 is a compact portable digital audio player introduced by Chinese audio company FiiO in the mid-2010s. It was...

Compact Budget Screen Budget Audiophile
6.5 Fair
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Fiio X1

Fiio X1

The FiiO X1 is a compact portable digital audio player introduced by the Chinese electronics company FiiO in the mid-201...

Budget Historical Click Wheel Budget Audiophile
6.4 Fair

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Fiio X3 Action
Astell&Kern AK100
Astell&Kern AK100
Playa Compact Audiophile Historical
8.2 Great +1.3 Compare
Apple iPod mini (2nd generation)
Apple iPod mini (2nd generation)
Playa Compact Apple Historical
8.0 Great +1.1 Compare
Fiio X7 Mark II
Fiio X7 Mark II
Playa Android Audiophile Historical
7.9 Good +1.0 Compare
Apple iPod mini (1st generation)
Apple iPod mini (1st generation)
Playa Compact Apple Historical
7.8 Good +0.9 Compare
Astell&Kern AK Jr
Astell&Kern AK Jr
Playa Compact Touchscreen Budget Audiophile
7.8 Good +0.9 Compare
Fiio M6
Fiio M6
Playa Compact Wifi Touchscreen
7.8 Good +0.9 Compare
Fiio M7
Fiio M7
Playa Compact Modern Budget Audiophile
7.8 Good +0.9 Compare
Cowon iAudio 7
Cowon iAudio 7
Playa Compact Historical Flash Memory
7.5 Good +0.6 Compare
HiBy R3 Pro
HiBy R3 Pro
Playa Compact Modern Budget Audiophile
7.5 Good +0.6 Compare
Fiio M9
Fiio M9
Playa Compact Budget Audiophile Balanced Out
7.4 Good +0.5 Compare

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best alternatives to Fiio X3?
The top alternatives to Fiio X3 in 2026 include Astell&Kern AK100, Apple iPod mini (2nd generation), Fiio X7 Mark II, Apple iPod mini (1st generation), Astell&Kern AK Jr. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Fiio X3 compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Fiio X3 scores 6.9/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Fiio X3 worth it in 2026?
Fiio X3 scores 6.9/10 in the Playa category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Fiio X3?
Several alternatives to Fiio X3 offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Fiio X3?
Common reasons users look for Fiio X3 alternatives include pricing, specific feature gaps, better integration needs, or simply exploring newer options. Our objective scoring helps you compare without bias.
How many alternatives to Fiio X3 are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Fiio X3 in the Playa category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Fiio X3 alternative has the highest rating?
Astell&Kern AK100 currently holds the highest rating among Fiio X3 alternatives with a score of 8.2/10.
Can I use Astell&Kern AK100 instead of Fiio X3?
Astell&Kern AK100 is one of the top-rated alternatives to Fiio X3. While they serve similar purposes in the Playa space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Fiio X3?
Pricing varies among Fiio X3 alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Playa category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Fiio X3 alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
Fiio X3 vs Astell&Kern AK100: which is better?
Fiio X3 scores 6.9/10 while Astell&Kern AK100 scores 8.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Fiio X3 vs Apple iPod mini (2nd generation): which is better?
Fiio X3 scores 6.9/10 while Apple iPod mini (2nd generation) scores 8.0/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Fiio X3 vs Fiio X7 Mark II: which is better?
Fiio X3 scores 6.9/10 while Fiio X7 Mark II scores 7.9/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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