The best car FM-transmitters from buyers' reviews

Most modern cars, even in the relatively recent year of production, are equipped with standard cassette receivers or their variants with CD-disks. However, this method of storing sound is obsolete, the music libraries are stored digitally on removable media. The best and most cost-effective way to play audio from them is car FM transmitters( modulators), compact devices powered by a cigarette lighter. It converts files stored on memory cards or flash media into a radio signal, which is then played back by a regular car receiver. Let's talk about the most popular and high-quality models of these devices, focusing on the experience of using their consumers and their feedback.

FM transmitter which company choose

Most of the electronics market is occupied by Chinese manufacturers, but for some reason we received a wide distributionor domestic companies or companies from other countries except China. Thanks to a relatively simple design, there are often unknown brands for other electronic equipment. When choosing the best way to orient on the device of the brand that has the greatest demand. Today the most popular and enjoy the best reviews from users are the following brands producing automotive FM transmitters:

Ritmix

This is a young Korean company that started with the release of MP 3 players. The modulator has almost the same design as the player, but in addition an FM transmitter is mounted in it. Therefore, it is not strange that with such experience the brand has won a large sector of the market of transmitters and the recognition of consumers. Principles of the brand - availability of gadgets for everyone and broad user support.

Neoline

The company was founded in Russia in 2006, but production lines are in China, the assembly is carried out under the order of the brand and according to its conditions( OEM).The company specializes in the production of consumer electronics and accessories for vehicles. The brand claims that its priorities are the availability of goods and their permanent modification to user requests.

Rolsen

Korean company. It pays more attention to the development of new models based on the latest achievements of science. It strives to be as close to its customers as possible, therefore it has an extensive network of service centers and distributors.

Defender

Represents itself as an international brand, but management and production are concentrated in Russia and the Baltic States. The company began with the production of protective screens for CRT monitors in the 90s of the last century. Due to the fact that the products are actually domestic, at a price it easily competes with other brands. Particular attention is paid to the protection of devices from unwanted factors( dust, water, etc.), functionality and ease of use.

Mystery

Initially started as manufacturers of high-quality automotive audio and acoustics. Therefore FM - transmitters since the moment of occurrence have organically entered in a ruler of production of a brand. Also a relatively young company founded a decade ago in the US.The strategy of its development is based on constant improvement of the quality and convenience of using consumer electronics. Great attention is paid to the quality of sound reproduction.

Rating of the best automotive FM transmitters

To compile this rating, we selected the following criteria:

• Functionality of the instrument;
• Additional features;
• Versatility;
• Design;
• Reliability and durability;
• Price category;
• Reviews of people who have bought and are using the given model of transmitters.

The most inexpensive

One of the cheapest models is the Rolsen RFA-100.At the same time, the price reduction did not affect the functionality.

Advantages:

• availability of both a card reader and USB connector;
• has an equalizer;
• although it is an inexpensive model, but equipped with a remote control;
• reproduces not only MP 3, but also WMA files;
• nice design;
• is a small price.

Disadvantages:

• the range of the transmitter is only 3.5 meters;
• is critical to the on-board network voltage;
• body material is easily scratched.

If you need an inexpensive modulator for periodic use, it is best to give preference to this model as advised by people who have already acquired it.

The most beautiful model of

The best design differs Neoline Splash FM

Advantages:

• powerful transmitter;
• pleasant to the touch and non-mark material of the case;
• large color display;
• convenient location of control keys;
• software with additional functions;
• possibility to work in cars with voltage of on-board network 24 V;
• presence of connectors for input and output of analog audio signal.

Disadvantages:

• because of the large dimensions not in every model of the car it can be installed in the cigarette lighter;
• high price.

If you care about even the smallest details in the interior of the car, then the reviews are best suited for this transmitter.

The most convenient transmitter

The most convenient is Rolsen RFA-400.

Advantages:

• conveniently the location of the key;
• availability of a rotating handle for tuning and navigation;
• two USB connectors allow you to simultaneously connect media and charge the phone;
• availability of remote control;
• convenient equalizer;
• fast synchronization with the radio tape recorder.

Disadvantages:

• a small display brightness, it is often difficult to view in the sunlight its information;
• over a long distance the remote control does not work clearly enough;
• price.

It's very easy to make friends with the modulator's feedback from customers, and working with it is very comfortable.

Best playback quality

The most beautiful sound as written in reviews by motorists music lovers( of course, much depends on the radio and acoustics) from Mystery MFM-25CU.

Advantage:

• playback quality;
• conveniently located controls;
• the range of the transmitter is 10 m;
• large screen;
• convenient navigation.

Disadvantages:

• large sizes;
• branded case material;
• not bright enough screen.

This transmitter is most suitable for fans of good sound.

The most versatile

It fits into the configuration of the panels of any car Defender RT-Feet.

Pluses:

The

• connector to the cigarette lighter and the electronic unit are connected to a flexible metal sleeve, even in crowded circumstances( the lighter is hidden by the lid of the ashtray) it is easy to install;
• on the connector to the cigarette lighter is mounted another USB connector for recharging gadgets;
• supports external media up to 32 GB;
• has a mini-jack of 3.5 mm for signal input from any external sound reproducing device and for outputting the cable to a radio tape recorder( without radio channel);
• fuse protects against overvoltage of the on-board network;
• included audio cable;
• remote control;
• convenient control keys.

Disadvantages:

• on the metal sleeve is not always rigid fixation of the main unit in the specified position, sometimes it is difficult to press the control button;
• price;
• display of insufficient brightness.

According to users, if you need an FM-transmitter that can be installed in absolutely any brand and model of the car Defender RT-Feet is the best.

The most stylish

Not only, according to users in online stores, but also on the sites devoted to design the most stylish consider Neoline Rave FM.

Advantages:

• interesting design, there is no dedicated area of ​​the display, information about the mode is visible on the scoreboard from a material not differing from the transmitter body;
• two USB connectors;
• display brightness( LEDs are used);
• reliability;
• small size.

Disadvantages:

• insufficient information display;
• management functionality;
• no audio connectors;
• high price.

If you need a stylish and small modulator, this model fits best.

The most common( popular) model

According to sales statistics and reviews of motorists, most of all today buy and use Ritmix FMT-A710.

Pluses:

• excellent price;
• convenient and small control buttons;
• quality;
• excellent interface;
• rugged housing;The
• is not demanding on the supply voltage;
• is a powerful transmitter( up to 10 m).

Cons:

• supports only micro SD cards and instead of the usual is equipped with a micro USB connector;
• display is small in size;
• does not support other encodings except MP 3( although today other formats are practically not used).

Thanks to the combination of price / quality and most importantly the opinion of users it is probably the best transmitter for today.

Which FM transmitter to buy

1. If you are not a music lover and you just need just a musical accompaniment to cheer up, then it's best to choose the Rolsen or Ritmix brand transmitters. The products of this company are distinguished by low price, quality, reliability and most in demand among motorists.

2. If you are a music lover, your car has a high-quality recorder and an excellent speaker system worth buying either Mystery or Defender. The second brand also features the functionality of its gadgets.

3. In order for the transmitter not to spoil the interior of your car, take a closer look at Neoline products. This company works well for designers. The brand also differs in its excellent quality and reliability.

4. If the cigarette lighter is difficult to install even the smallest transmitter - we get Defender RT-Feet, or similar devices. They can be installed in any model of the car.