Best Pianos 2025

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

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

Steinway & Sons Piano I-138 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Steinway & Sons Piano I-138

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
Johannes Seiler Piano 114 Modern Chrom - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Johannes Seiler Piano 114 Modern Chrom

Music Education Classical Home Practice
Key Feature:
• No power requirements or technology
✓ PROS
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular professional tuning
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives

Johannes Seiler Piano 114 Modern ChromPianoThree pedalsHeight: 114 cmWidth: 147 cmDepth: 56 cmKnee height: 66 cmWeight:...

4.8/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Yamaha SU 7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Yamaha SU 7

Traditional Playing Classical Music Education
Key Feature:
• No power requirements or technology
✓ PROS
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
  • • No power requirements or technology
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular professional tuning
  • • Can be loud for neighbors

Yamaha SU 7, Upright PianoThe new flagship of the Yamaha piano series - the SU7 concert piano. The pianos of the SU...

4.4/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Yamaha U3 SH3 PE Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Yamaha U3 SH3 PE Piano

Family Use Traditional Playing Music Education
Key Feature:
• Long-term durability and reliability
✓ PROS
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up significant space
  • • Can be loud for neighbors

Yamaha U3 SH3 PE PianoPianoWith the new SH3 Silent System25 Sounds (e.g. Yamaha CFX grand pianoBösendorfer...

4.5/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Seiler 116 Impuls S Chrom - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Seiler 116 Impuls S Chrom

Music Education Classical Family Use
Key Feature:
• No power requirements or technology
✓ PROS
  • • No power requirements or technology
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
✗ CONS
  • • Can be loud for neighbors
  • • Heavy and difficult to move

Seiler 116 Impuls S ChromPianoA versatile companion and classic of tomorrowWith its clearmodern shapethe 116 Impuls...

4.6/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Yamaha B3 PEC - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Yamaha B3 PEC

Music Education Jazz Family Use
Key Feature:
• Long-term durability and reliability
✓ PROS
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
  • • No power requirements or technology
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives
  • • Requires regular professional tuning

Yamaha b3 PECUpright PianoElegant cabinet in traditional designLarger dimensions and a more intricate construction...

4.5/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Yamaha b2 PE - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Yamaha b2 PE

Family Use Home Practice Music Education
Key Feature:
• Classic sound and natural dynamics
✓ PROS
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
  • • No power requirements or technology
✗ CONS
  • • Can be loud for neighbors
  • • Takes up significant space

Yamaha b2 PE, PianoThrough the larger dimensions and the sophisticated design the new b2 piano is also richer in...

4.9/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Yamaha DYUS1 EN PE Disklavier Silent - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Yamaha DYUS1 EN PE Disklavier Silent

Jazz Classical Family Use
Key Feature:
• Classic sound and natural dynamics
✓ PROS
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives
  • • Requires regular professional tuning

Yamaha DYUS1 EN PE Disklavier SilentUpright Piano with Silent FunctionThe Disklavier ENSPIRE ST was designed for both...

4.6/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Yamaha YUS 5 PE Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Yamaha YUS 5 PE Piano

Family Use Traditional Playing Jazz
Key Feature:
• Long-term durability and reliability
✓ PROS
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and difficult to move
  • • Can be loud for neighbors

Yamaha YUS 5 PE Piano, Upright PianoThe Yamaha U series is the world's most recognised piano series for music...

4.4/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Yamaha B1 TC3 PE - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Yamaha B1 TC3 PE

Jazz Classical Family Use
Key Feature:
• Classic sound and natural dynamics
✓ PROS
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and difficult to move
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives

Yamaha B1 TC3 PEPianoEquipped with the TC3 TransAcoustic System by Yamaha12 Different soundsBluetooth Midi/Audio...

4.8/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Blüthner Model C - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Blüthner Model C

Classical Traditional Playing Family Use
Key Feature:
• Develops proper finger strength and technique
✓ PROS
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up significant space
  • • Heavy and difficult to move

Blüthner Model CUpright PianoColourful and continuous chamber music sound in all octave rangesTechnically perfect...

5.0/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Kawai K-500 Aures 2 E/P Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Kawai K-500 Aures 2 E/P Piano

Classical Traditional Playing Home Practice
Key Feature:
• Classic sound and natural dynamics
✓ PROS
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
  • • Develops proper finger strength and technique
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up significant space
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives

Kawai K-500 Aures 2 E/P PianoPianoWith Aures systemAures 2 models are equipped with a mute function for the acoustic...

4.9/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Seiler 122 Ritmo, black polished - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Seiler 122 Ritmo, black polished

Music Education Home Practice Traditional Playing
Key Feature:
• Long-term durability and reliability
✓ PROS
  • • No power requirements or technology
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
✗ CONS
  • • Takes up significant space
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives

Seiler 122 Ritmoblack polishedPianoIn the 122 Ritmoyou will find the irresistible Seiler sounda mechanism with a...

4.5/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Yamaha B3 SC3 PWH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Yamaha B3 SC3 PWH

Family Use Music Education Jazz
Key Feature:
• Classic sound and natural dynamics
✓ PROS
  • • Classic sound and natural dynamics
  • • Long-term durability and reliability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires regular professional tuning
  • • Heavy and difficult to move

Yamaha B3 SC3 PWHSilent PianoSolid spruce soundboardEquipped with the SC3 Silent System from Yamaha12 Different sounds...

4.4/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Yamaha b1 SC3 PWH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Yamaha b1 SC3 PWH

Classical Jazz Traditional Playing
Key Feature:
• Long-term durability and reliability
✓ PROS
  • • Authentic acoustic piano experience
  • • No power requirements or technology
✗ CONS
  • • Can be loud for neighbors
  • • More expensive than digital alternatives

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

4.5/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10

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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