While there isn't much competition at this price, Audio-Technica's LP60-XBT offers similar features for around the same price – but its softer performance means the Sony PS-LX310BT inches ahead.

Simple to set up and use; Phono stage and Bluetooth; Entertaining sound

Wireless performance suffers just a little compared to the wired alternative

Oodles of features, effortless usability and entertaining sound make this Sony a real winner

Entertaining sound; Bluetooth; Easy to use; Plug and play set-up

Purist alternatives sound better

The benefits of owning the Sony PS-LX310BT are multiple. With this record player, there’s no need a separate preamp or amplifier, wired speakers or the space required to house all of that equipment. The sound is not ground-breaking but certainly hold its own among its peers in this price range.

Affordable price tag; Quick and easy to set up; Automatic operation; Good sound for the money

Dedicated turntables offer more detailed sound at this price; Larger than you'd expect; Buttons feel a little cheap

There will be howls of derision from audiophiles, as they regard Sony’s new turntable. Everything shouts “toy”, from the fully automatic design to the relatively lightweight and plasticky build. Oh, and then there’s the tonearm, which has an integral counterweight.

My Pioneer turntable From the 70s had finally given up. So needing a new one I perused PBTech and found the perfect item in this Sony turntable as I can now Bluetooth it to my smart TV sound bar. It was easy to set up and has good sound quality considering the age of many of my records.

With a pair of wireless headphones and Sony PS-LX310BT, you're ready for your first vinyl collection.

Super easy player with approved sound and Bluetooth.

Tame dynamics with weak resolution and colorless sound image.