Best Portable Recorders Under $200

6 picks ranked by value score (rating + review confidence vs price).

#	Product	Price	Rating	Reviews	Value	Action
1	Zoom H1n Zoom 24-bit/96kHz, X/Y stereo, micro SD, compact	$69.99	⭐ 4.3	8,920	4.86	View
2	Zoom H1essential Zoom 32-bit float, USB-C, 120dB SPL, lightweight	$99.99	⭐ 4.5	5,670	3.38	View
3	Tascam DR-05X Tascam X/Y stereo, USB audio, 96kHz/24-bit, simple	$99.99	⭐ 4.4	5,670	3.30	View
4	Zoom M2 MicTrak Zoom 32-bit float, X/Y stereo, USB-C, compact	$149.99	⭐ 4.5	1,890	1.97	View
5	Tascam DR-40X Tascam Dual A/B or X/Y, XLR inputs, 96kHz/24-bit	$179.99	⭐ 4.4	3,450	1.73	View
6	Sony PCM-A10 Sony Tri-mic, Hi-Res, Bluetooth, USB, 96kHz/24-bit	$199.99	⭐ 4.5	2,340	1.52	View

Value score is a quick ranking signal, not an absolute quality measure. Check product details for I/O, gain, connectivity, and workflow fit.