The Best Portable DACs for 2025
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Best Portable DACs of 2025 (by price)
iFi GO Blu DAC/Headphone Amp
First up is the Zippo Lighter! Excuse me, I meant to say the iFi Audio GO Blu Headphone Amp/DAC. Technically smaller than a Zippo Lighter, the GO Blu is an engineering feat–squeezing in the Bluetooth, DAC, and amplifier stages completely separate from each other. At $199, the GO Blu is arguably one of the best bang-for-your-buck pieces on this list.
The GO Blu delivers great audiophile-grade sound in a small size with tons of features. You get a built-in microphone for taking calls, Bluetooth with hi-res codecs, two headphone jacks–a 4.4mm balanced and a 3.5mm single-ended–and approximately 10 hours of battery life–which is great for a full day of listening.
For the price, you really can't beat the performance, features, and functionality of the GO Blu. Now, it's not going to drive your power-hungry headphones like a dedicated headphone amp would, but it'll make your IEMs and easy-to-drive headphones SING. Not to mention it's got support for iFi Audio's sound enhancements, xBass, and xSpace, so you can tailor the sound you're looking for. Don't let the size of the GO Blu fool you, it's built to handle all of your audiophile demands.
10-hour Battery Life
iFi Hip DAC 3
Astell&Kern HC4 Hi-Fi USB-C Dual DAC Cable
The AK HC4 is the newest portable USB DAC offered by Astell&Kern. The AK HC4 continues the advantages of its highly acclaimed predecessors the HC2 and HC3, delivering even more perfected sound in various usage scenarios. With dual output — 3.5mm and 4.4mm connectors, the AK HC4 is compatible with most IEMs and headphones and the AK4493S DAC delivers true high-quality Hi-Fi sound. The AK HC4 DAC supports Native DSD256 and up to 32bit/384kHz to handle any high-quality audio source, allowing you to experience the high-grade sound quality that Astell&Kern delivers. The AK HC4 supports both UAC 1.0 and 2.0 connections so users can enjoy gaming on devices like PlayStation and Switch.
Cayin RU6 Portable USB DAC/Amp Dongle
Clarus CODA Headphone Amplifier DAC
iFi GO Bar Kensei Headphone Amplifier DAC
iFi GO Bar Headphone Amplifier DAC
Dragon Cable Recommendation: We recommend pairing the iFi Audio GO Bar Headphone Amp/DAC with the Black Dragon USB Cable. The USB-C port on the top of the GO Bar makes it perfect for a high-quality cable designed for signal transmission. Our Black Dragon USB Cable utilizes a single-crystal UP-OCC copper construction to provide the best possible digital transmission. We have optimized our USB cables for audio transmission of large high-resolution audio files so you can easily transfer files from your digital library to the GO Bar.
iFi xDSD Gryphon Headphone Amp DAC
Chord Electronics Mojo 2 DAC Headphone Amplifier
iFi iDSD Diablo 2 DAC Amplifier
Unleash the sheer power and performance of the iFi Audio iDSD Diablo 2 Portable DAC/Amp, the newest iteration in the Diablo series. Featuring a striking new futuristic design, the Diablo 2 portable DAC/Amp sets a new standard for the amount of power you can take with you. Engineered to sit at the top of iFi's range of mobile, portable devices, the Diablo 2 was built for purists—true headphone enthusiasts who crave pure, unadulterated sonic performance and exceptional playback.
The New Diablo 2 has an all-metal body, which is upgraded from previous generations, and returns to the diablo-red color scheme. You'll find a host of other hi-fi upgrades throughout the construction process and build quality, including a larger and more tactile volume control knob/wheel. The iFi iDSD Diablo 2 is a top-tier portable DAC/Amp that offers a compelling combination of performance, features, and sound quality, making it an excellent choice for discerning listeners who want incredible power on the move.