Best Waterproof MP3 Players

Updated February 2019
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Best of the Best
Underwater Audio
Waterproof iPod Shuffle
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Bottom Line

The iPod functionality you love is now pool-ready in this classic iPod shuffle waterproofed by Underwater Audio.

Pros

15 hours of battery life, hundreds of songs, multiple playlists. Resists water and corrosion. Depth tested. Comes with starter waterproof short-cord headphones. Order also includes pre-swim hair product and open water protection system. Syncs to iTunes library. Easily clips onto goggles. Intuitive to use. Choice of color.

Cons

Buttons may be hard to press at first because of waterproofing procedure, but they will loosen up over time. Batteries can fail over time.

Swimbuds
Headphones and 8 GB SYRYN Waterproof MP3 Player
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The clip for this waterproof MP3 player is specially designed to stay in place through flip turns and other underwater moves.

Pros

Product comes with some great accessories. Short cord prevents catching and snags. Optional shuffle feature keeps your music in a mix. Supports MP3 and WMA audio formats. Clip keeps unit in place. Earphones attach easily to goggles. Fewer buttons means fewer places for water to enter. Great for lap swimming.

Cons

May have difficulty playing files from iTunes. Seals can deteriorate and fail.

AudioFlood
Waterproof Apple iPod Shuffle
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This waterproofed iPod shuffle comes with headphones with four different tips, so you're sure to find the perfect fit.

Pros

Comes with extension cable for versatility. Includes swim cap, USB charger/sync cable, and swim bag. 15-hour battery life and 2GB storage. Depth rated to 200 feet. Clips easily to goggle strap. Choice of color.

Cons

Headphone tips can remain in ear when you remove the unit. Consider gluing the tips to the headphones.

Best Bang for the Buck
Diver
DB-10 4GB Waterproof MP3 Player with Waterproof Earphones
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This 4GB MP3 player holds double the music of competing 2GB models. Just be prepared to tolerate or replace the headphones.

Pros

4GB built-in memory and roughly 16 hours of playtime. Comes with hooked earphones. Battery is rechargeable. USB cable included. Plug-and-play for Mac and Windows. Can stay underwater for more than 24 hours without damage. Good value and great battery life.

Cons

Headphones are not great for sound or function; consider upgrading them .

H2O Audio
100% Waterproof Stream MP3 Music Player
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Bottom Line

If 8GB of music isn't enough for you, this MP3 player lets you stream music wirelessly from your phone via Bluetooth - as long as you're not underwater.

Pros

8GB capacity with 10 hours of playback time. Pre-loaded with free relaxing music. Device and headphones withstand moisture from heavy perspiration to being submerged as deep as 12 ft. Ergonomically designed. Snap clip attaches to goggles, swimsuit, or trunks and rotates for your best angle. Many different earpieces for perfect fit.

Cons

Some owners say volume seems a little low for listening in a pool.

How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

11 Models Considered
6 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
265 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Why trust BestReviews?
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Waterproof MP3 players offer a solution for those who want to hang near the water while continuing to listen to quality audio. Most waterproof MP3 players are compact and portable so they can accommodate situations like swimming or water training. You’ll typically find them without digital faces or screens because that means there are fewer parts that can be affected by water. Be mindful of waterproof headphones that claim to stream audio or Bluetooth while underwater as even a few inches of water will degrade the high wireless frequencies used to connect and/or transmit audio.

The team that worked on this review
  • Kristin
    Kristin
    Writer
  • Melinda
    Melinda
    Web Producer
  • Melissa
    Melissa
    Senior Editor
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Swimbuds

Headphones and 8 GB SYRYN Waterproof MP3 Player

Swimbuds

Headphones and 8 GB SYRYN Waterproof MP3 Player

The clip for this waterproof MP3 player is specially designed to stay in place through flip turns and other underwater moves.

$59
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Underwater Audio

Waterproof iPod Shuffle

Underwater Audio

Waterproof iPod Shuffle

The iPod functionality you love is now pool-ready in this classic iPod shuffle waterproofed by Underwater Audio.

$240
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AudioFlood

Waterproof Apple iPod Shuffle

AudioFlood

Waterproof Apple iPod Shuffle

This waterproofed iPod shuffle comes with headphones with four different tips, so you're sure to find the perfect fit.

$199
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Diver

DB-10 4GB Waterproof MP3 Player with Waterproof Earphones

Diver

DB-10 4GB Waterproof MP3 Player with Waterproof Earphones

This 4GB MP3 player holds double the music of competing 2GB models. Just be prepared to tolerate or replace the headphones.

$40
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H2O Audio

100% Waterproof Stream MP3 Music Player

H2O Audio

100% Waterproof Stream MP3 Music Player

If 8GB of music isn't enough for you, this MP3 player lets you stream music wirelessly from your phone via Bluetooth - as long as you're not underwater.

$79

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