← All Turntables

Best Turntables (2026)

We analyzed 120 experts across 161 models to find the best turntables.

#1Also Great

VPI Prime

5 expert reviews$4850

93

Outstanding

Non-finicky and easy to use

Excellent build and finish

Upgradeable

Expensive at $4000

Optional ads power supply recommended for best performance

See full review

#2Also Great

Technics SL-1000R

$24700

Low wow and flutter (0.015% w.r.m.s.)

Easy to use with quick start function

Expensive (£13,999)

92

#3

Best for most

Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2

$719

Great sound quality

Good value

Limited features

89

#4

Upgrade pick

$5999

Good value for the price point

Excellent build quality and design

Expensive with many cost options

86

#5

Low cost

Audio-Technica Sound Burger

$199

Reliable connection

Great sound quality

No headphone jack

86

Quick Comparison

#	Product	Score	Price	Top Pro	Top Con
1	VPI Prime	93	$4850	Non-finicky and easy to use	Expensive at $4000
2	Technics SL-1000R	92	$24700	Low wow and flutter (0.015% w.r.m.s.)	Expensive (£13,999)
3	Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2	89	$719	Great sound quality	Limited features
4	EAT C-Dur	86	$5999	Good value for the price point	Expensive with many cost options
5	Audio-Technica Sound Burger	86	$199	Reliable connection	No headphone jack

See all 161 turntables →