The best turntable deals 2025: lowest prices on great record players

Turntable with Ortofon Quintet Blue cartridge with records in background
(Image credit: Ortofon)

Looking for a new turntable? With vinyl record sales rising and artists releasing new (and old) albums on vinyl continuously, there's no better time to get into the ever-popular analogue format.

You might have already checked our guide to the best turntables, but if you're after a good record player with a tasty discount, or are wondering what the best low price for a five-star deck is, you've come to the right place.

While deals on turntables are few and far between outside of the big annual sales events, we have spotted savings and lowest-ever prices on some of our favourite turntables – all of which are listed below. From budget Sony and Pro-Ject decks that are still great value to an Award-winning turntable from Technics – there are some great deals to take advantage of if you're in the market for a new spinner or are upgrading your vinyl system.

So take a look below at the best turntable deal currently around, read our in-depth reviews to make sure they're the right choice for you, and happy shopping.

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Turntable deals (UK)

Pro-Ject Primary E: was £229 now £199 at Amazon (save  £30)
What Hi-Fi? Award winner

Pro-Ject Primary E: was £229 now £199 at Amazon (save £30)
Our favourite budget turntable is a steal at £199, and even when it isn't on a discount, it's worth considering for sheer value. The Primary E is a multiple Award winner that nails the basics at this price, delivering a detailed, spacious, balanced and entertaining sound. The set-up is minimal and while it looks plain, this 'purist' design is a great starter hi-fi turntable for those getting into vinyl.

Deal also at: Richer Sounds (VIP)

Sony PS-LX310BT was £239now £199 at Amazon (save £40)Deal also at: Sevenoaks, ElectricShop
Five stars

Sony PS-LX310BT was £239 now £199 at Amazon (save £40)
We love a good deal on this excellent Sony Bluetooth turntable. The PS-LX310BT is a plug-and-play fully automatic design that includes phono stage and can connect to up to eight Bluetooth headphones or speakers. The best price has settled at £199 in the last year, and it remains a great budget buy for modern vinyl fans looking for a versatile deck.

Deal also at:
Sevenoaks, ElectricShop

Technics SL-1500C was £899now £879 at Sevenoaks (save £30)five-star
What Hi-Fi? Award winner

Technics SL-1500C was £899 now £879 at Sevenoaks (save £30)
This Award-winning Technics is one of the best sounding, fuss-free direct drive record players we've heard for under a grand. We've seen its price drop to £799 only once last year, but any discount on this five-star deck with a phono stage built-in is worth a look in our books. If you want a solid, robust alternative to the belt-drive Regas and Pro-Jects, this Technics won't disappoint.

Deal also available at Peter Tyson

Audio Technica AT-LP5x was £349now £299 at Amazon (save £50)
Five stars

Audio Technica AT-LP5x was £349 now £299 at Amazon (save £50)
Audio-Technica’s excellent LP5x turntable is another deck that has stood the test of time, delivering a richly detailed, robust and sure-footed performance that's enjoyable. It comes with a very good built-in phono stage for both MC and MM cartridges, is easy to use and even has USB output to rip your record into MP3 files.

This £299 price has been stable for a while, and it remains a great-value option down from its original RRP.

Deal also available at Richer Sounds

Pro-Ject Debut Pro was £699 now £599 at Richer Sounds (save £100)What Hi-Fi? Award-winning
Five stars

Pro-Ject Debut Pro was £699 now £599 at Richer Sounds (save £100)
£100 off this two-time What Hi-Fi? Award-winning turntable is fantastic value. We've been deeply impressed by the Pro-Ject Debut Pro – here, Pro-Ject has taken all of its expertise and experience and condensed it into something brilliant, crafting a deck that blows you away with its clarity, precision and finesse. This Pro model is being discontinued, but don't miss out on getting your hands on a fabulous deck at a great discount.

Technics SL-1200GR2 was £1799 now £1749 at Richer Sounds (save £50)

Technics SL-1200GR2 was £1799 now £1749 at Richer Sounds (save £50)
Robust build quality with all the DJ trappings, it's no wonder Technics remains a go-to for vinyl fans. The premium SL-1200GR Mk2 version sounds clean, punchy and muscular, and is a delight to use. We've seen the price drop down briefly to £1499 before (a full £300 saving!), so you may want to keep an eye out to see if it goes beyond this current £50 saving.

Deal also available at Sevenoaks and Peter Tyson

Audio Technica AT-LPW50BTRW was £420 now £379 at AV.com (save £41)

Audio Technica AT-LPW50BTRW was £420 now £379 at AV.com (save £41)
This easy-to-use turntable comes with built-in phono stage and Bluetooth streaming, and delivers a smooth, easy-going sound that's enjoyable to listen to. The AT-LPW50BTRW looks lovely too, and worth the discount if you're after a trendy, capable and versatile Bluetooth turntable that you can connect to wireless speakers and Bluetooth headphones.

Audio-Technica ATLP120XUSB: was £299 now £245 at Amazon (save £54)Deal also available at Richer Sounds

Audio-Technica ATLP120XUSB: was £299 now £245 at Amazon (save £54)
The ATLP120USB we tested many years ago was a sturdy performer with a tonally even sound and ample features, including a USB output for ripping your vinyl into digital files to a Mac or PC. The updated 'X' model features a more efficient direct drive motor, anti-skating adjustment, a refreshed design and a switchable phono preamp. As a budget spinner, it's a solid design for vinyl newbies and amateur DJs. Lowest price on black finish.

Deal also available at Richer Sounds

The best deals on the very best turntables

Want the very best record player on the market at your chosen price point? Below you'll see the best prices currently available on all our favourite, five-star (and sometimes What Hi-Fi? Award-winning) turntables...

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Kashfia Kabir
Hi-Fi and Audio Editor

Kashfia is the Hi-Fi and Audio Editor of What Hi-Fi? and first joined the brand 13 years ago. During her time in the consumer tech industry, she has reviewed hundreds of products (including speakers, amplifiers, turntables and headphones), been to countless trade shows across the world and fallen in love with hi-fi kit much bigger than her. In her spare time, Kash can be found tending to an ever-growing houseplant collection and shooing her cat Jolene away from spinning records.

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