I got the DJ because it's $140 cheaper than the ipod (for the 30 gigs) and because I've heard so many stories of the ipod breaking. The dj is pretty solid. I've dropped it a couple times, but that fucker is built like a tank. I think Dell decided that quality is better than a tiny piece of junk that breaks all the time. I'd have to say I agree. Musicmatch is a real bitch, but I don't use it. I just drag shit over using windows explorer. To people who say ipods are easier, dj's aren't that bad once you get used to it, if you can't figure it out in 5 minutes you're a retard. If you're paying for it, the DJ is far superior bang for the buck. If you're getting it for free then I don't know.