If you want only audio, settling for Clip+ is the best choice. If you are not averse to buying online, get it from TE dealers.
Check out Sony players too if you want to buy from physical stores. Sony usually is priced high for the functionality it provides, but they do have good players.
The problem with Philips is that it's all over the place - be it headphones or MP3 players. Some of the products could be hidden gems which nobody notices and others are utter crap.