I have back two weeks over sets, made the pros and cons lists, the question was: I-Pod Mini or Zen Micro? After exact balance I have come to the conclusion that the Zen Micro is simply the better choice. The following points convinced me: 1.austauschbarer battery (no need to send in him, as the I-pod) 2.1GB more memory than the I-pod 3.more accessories (shell, belt clip, stand, bag, power supply (beautifully designed), headphones (not as bad as is always claimed !!), USB cable 4.The equipment is not as expensive as I-pod accessories 5.The machine is not fixed on a trunk computer as the I-pod 6.man can also files that are not from Creative pull it (comparison: i-tunes!) The only thing that spoke in my considerations for purchasing the I-pods, was the design and the cult associated. Ultimately, however, I came to the conclusion that if I can have more performance for the same money, should not decide the look. In addition, the Zen Micro looks in natura really nice, it is available in 10 place in 4 colors and everything is designed, the power supply to the USB cable. Problems such as hanging or a wobbly headphone jack can also be seen after a month not, the sound is compared to the I-pod, really better (I have both listened to), additionally, you can adjust the Equallizer the Zen Micro. The touchpad is not such a problem, you have to get used to this new operation way to the Apple Click Wheel, even if it sometimes leads to misunderstandings between the thumb and Zen Micro. In addition, you can buy for his new favorite even speakers in 10 different colors (Vivid and Vivid 60 80) and these are not as horrendously expensive compared to Apple. Who sound, technology and durability are more important than the cult status of the I-pod, should opt for the Zen Micro!