Definitely go with the Sansa Clip+ because:
- inexpensive - $35 at Amazon
- highly rated by most tech review sites
- small w/ built-in clip (no need for a case)
- expandable memory (mSD card slot)
- FM radio w/ recorder
- voice recorder
It also supports multiple formats - MP3, WMA, secure WMA, Audible, FLAC, Ogg Vorbis. It will also play audiobooks, podcasts, and most music subscription services like Rhapsody.
In terms of audiobooks, it will play MP3 audiobooks, WMA audiobooks, and Audible audiobooks. Libraries generally have both MP3 and WMA, with WMA being the dominant format by a wide margin.
The one format the Clip+ won't handle is AAC (iPods use this). Sansa just released an updated Clip. It's called the Clip Zip and it added AAC support, easier access for audiobooks and podcasts, and a tiny color display for album covers. Everything else remains the same. It's selling at full retail; so it'll cost you $50, instead of $35 for the Clip+.
I currently own 2 Clip+s and they're my favorite gadget. I carry one with me everywhere I go. It'll easily fit in the coin pocket of a pair of jeans. When I want to listen to it, I just clip it to my shirt.
I highly recommend this player
