These are the best budget turntables money can buy, whether you're dipping a toe with your first turntable, wanting to rip your vinyl using a USB deck or simply upgrading an ageing entry-level model.
Feeling flush? You can check out some more expensive models in our complete round-up of the best turntables to buy in 2018...
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Lenco L-85
Hands down, one of the best budget plug-and-play turntables we've seen. And yes, other colours are available (six in total). If your budget can't budge, it's a no-brainer.
Audio Technica AT-LP3
Excellent performance meets a great set of features, and all wrapped up in a cracking budget package.
Also consider
Pro-ject Essential II
Rega Planar 1
It might be an entry-level model, but it wouldn't be out of place in a more aspirational hi-fi set-up, thanks to its spritely, entertaining sound.
Also consider
Pro-Ject Essential III
Sony PS-HX500
Want to rip vinyl to hi-res? This five-star turntable has that unique ability.
