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Best Pianos 2025

Top-rated pianos 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Classical For Jazz For Home Practice For Music Education For Traditional Playing For Family Use
BRANDS: Yamaha Kawai Seiler
Seiler Piano 116 Impuls - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Seiler Piano 116 Impuls

by Seiler
Classical Traditional Playing Home Practice
Key Feature:
• Authentic acoustic piano experience
✓ PROS
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular professional tuning
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives

Seiler Piano 116 ImpulsPianoClearmodern shapeCharacteristic transparent Seiler sound and high-quality workmanship3...

⭐ 5.0/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 139193
$13,739
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha U1 Q PWH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Yamaha U1 Q PWH

by Yamaha
Jazz Traditional Playing Family Use
Key Feature:
• Develops proper finger strength and technique
✓ PROS
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and difficult to move
  • • Takes up significant space

Yamaha U1 Q PWHPianoThe U Series has long been the piano of choice in many educational institutionsamong professional...

⭐ 4.4/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 512216
$12,089
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha b1 SC3 PEC - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Yamaha b1 SC3 PEC

by Yamaha
Jazz Traditional Playing Family Use
Key Feature:
• Classic sound and natural dynamics
✓ PROS
  • • No power requirements or technology
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives
  • • Takes up significant space

Yamaha b1 SC3 PECSilent PianoEquipped with the SC3 Silent System from Yamaha12 Different sounds and Bluetooth...

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 555179
$6,809
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha b1 SC3 PE - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Yamaha b1 SC3 PE

by Yamaha
Music Education Family Use Jazz
Key Feature:
• No power requirements or technology
✓ PROS
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular professional tuning
  • • Heavy and difficult to move

Yamaha b1 SC3 PESilent PianoEquipped with the SC3 Silent System from Yamaha12 Different sounds and Bluetooth MIDI/Audio...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 555173
$6,369
Buy at Thomann View Details
Steinway & Sons Piano I-138 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Steinway & Sons Piano I-138

by Steinway & Sons
Home Practice Jazz Music Education
Key Feature:
• Long-term durability and reliability
✓ PROS
  • • No power requirements or technology
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives
  • • Can be loud for neighbors

Steinway & Sons Piano I-138, Piano*Used instrument - reconditioned and refined by our Steinway specialist and...

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 548529
$20,559
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha U1 TA3 PE - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Yamaha U1 TA3 PE

by Yamaha
Classical Music Education Jazz
Key Feature:
• Develops proper finger strength and technique
✓ PROS
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up significant space
  • • Can be loud for neighbors

Yamaha U1 TA3 PE, PianoFor a long time, the Yamaha U Series has been the first choice in many educational institutions,...

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 561889
$17,369
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seiler 116 Konsole Chrom - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Seiler 116 Konsole Chrom

by Seiler
Music Education Family Use Jazz
Key Feature:
• Classic sound and natural dynamics
✓ PROS
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up significant space
  • • Requires regular professional tuning

Seiler 116 Konsole ChromPianoFrom German productionRenner-actionAbel-hammer heads3 PedalsHeight: 117 cmWidth: 146...

⭐ 5.0/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 529941
$15,829
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Yamaha YUS 1 PWH Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Yamaha YUS 1 PWH Piano

by Yamaha
Home Practice Jazz Family Use
Key Feature:
• Long-term durability and reliability
✓ PROS
  • • No power requirements or technology
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and difficult to move
  • • Requires regular professional tuning

Yamaha YUS 1 PWH Piano, Upright PianoThe Yamaha U Series is the world's most recognised piano series for music and...

⭐ 5.0/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 193526
$14,289
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seiler 116 Ritmo, white polished - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Seiler 116 Ritmo, white polished

by Seiler
Music Education Home Practice Classical
Key Feature:
• No power requirements or technology
✓ PROS
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up significant space
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives

Seiler 116 Ritmowhite polishedSeiler-Piano 116 Ritmo PianoProven constructionunmistakable soundtimelessly simple design...

⭐ 4.9/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 608768
$11,649
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha P 121 M PWH Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Yamaha P 121 M PWH Piano

by Yamaha
Home Practice Family Use Music Education
Key Feature:
• Classic sound and natural dynamics
✓ PROS
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
✗ CONS
  • • Can be loud for neighbors
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives

Yamaha P 121 M PWH PianoUpright PianoDesigned in Europe to European preferencesthe P121 boasts exquisite...

⭐ 4.6/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 245046
$9,449
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha b2 SC3 PW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Yamaha b2 SC3 PW

by Yamaha
Classical Family Use Traditional Playing
Key Feature:
• No power requirements or technology
✓ PROS
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular professional tuning
  • • Can be loud for neighbors

Yamaha b2 SC3 PWSilent PianoEquipped with the SC3 Silent System from Yamaha12 Different sounds and Bluetooth MIDI/Audio...

⭐ 4.7/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 555196
$8,679
Buy at Thomann View Details
Kawai K-200 ATX 4 WH/P SL Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Kawai K-200 ATX 4 WH/P SL Piano

by Kawai
Classical Music Education Home Practice
Key Feature:
• No power requirements or technology
✓ PROS
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
✗ CONS
  • • Can be loud for neighbors
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives

Kawai K-200 ATX 4 WH/P SL PianoPiano88 Keys3 PedalsSlow-closing piano key cover systemWith AnytimeX-4...

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 537493
$9,669
Buy at Thomann View Details
Kawai E 300 Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Kawai E 300 Piano

by Kawai
Traditional Playing Home Practice Classical
Key Feature:
• No power requirements or technology
✓ PROS
  • • No power requirements or technology
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
✗ CONS
  • • Can be loud for neighbors
  • • Takes up significant space

Kawai E 300 PianoKawai E 300 pianoMillennium III action with ABS carbon parts of unrivalled stability and strengthWide...

⭐ 4.9/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 477511
$5,709
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seiler 126 Ritmo, black polished - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Seiler 126 Ritmo, black polished

by Seiler
Jazz Family Use Music Education
Key Feature:
• Authentic acoustic piano experience
✓ PROS
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
  • • No power requirements or technology
✗ CONS
  • • Can be loud for neighbors
  • • Heavy and difficult to move

Seiler 126 Ritmoblack polishedPianoThe 126 Ritmo features the distinctive Seiler sounda mechanism with a pleasant...

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 608774
$12,639
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha P 121 M SH3 PE Silent-Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Yamaha P 121 M SH3 PE Silent-Piano

by Yamaha
Classical Jazz Traditional Playing
Key Feature:
• Develops proper finger strength and technique
✓ PROS
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives
  • • Can be loud for neighbors

Yamaha P 121 M SH3 PE Silent-PianoSilent PianoWith the new SH3 Silent System25 Sounds (e.g. Yamaha CFX grand...

⭐ 4.7/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556506
$12,089
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Pianos

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced pianos typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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