1st generation
Slim flash-based player with click wheel and color screen.
- 1 GB
- 2 GB
- 4 GB
Typical used$45–$75 Open profile →
iPod nano
The iPod nano changed through seven generations, with different controls, body shapes and displays along the way. Compare release years, factory capacities and the visible details recorded for each generation, then open a model profile for its identifiers and value notes.
- generations
- 7
- released
- 2005–2012
- storage
- 1–16 GB
- typical used price
- $45–$75
Every iPod nano generation
Open a generation for model numbers, specs and current eBay listings.
2nd generation
Colored anodized-aluminum shell; small click-wheel form.
- 2 GB
- 4 GB
- 8 GB
Typical used$45–$75 Open profile →
3rd generation
Short/wide body, video-capable color screen and click wheel.
- 4 GB
- 8 GB
Typical used$45–$75 Open profile →
4th generation
Tall curved-aluminum body; accelerometer and shake-to-shuffle features.
- 8 GB
- 16 GB
Typical used$45–$75 Open profile →
5th generation
Tall body with integrated video camera, FM radio and larger display.
- 8 GB
- 16 GB
Typical used$45–$75 Open profile →
6th generation
Small square touchscreen with clip; no click wheel.
- 8 GB
- 16 GB
Typical used$45–$75 Open profile →
7th generation
Tall touchscreen with Home button, Lightning connector, Bluetooth and FM radio.
- 16 GB
2012 palette
September 2013 change
2015 palette
Palettes are revision-specific; Slate was replaced by Space Gray before the 2015 refresh.
Typical used$45–$75 Open profile →
How to tell them apart
Start with the shape and the controls, then confirm the storage size on the back or in Settings.
| Generation | Year | Storage | What to look for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st gen | 2005–2006 | 1, 2, 4 GB | Slim flash-based player with click wheel and color screen. |
| 2nd gen | 2006–2007 | 2, 4, 8 GB | Colored anodized-aluminum shell; small click-wheel form. |
| 3rd gen | 2007–2008 | 4, 8 GB | Short/wide body, video-capable color screen and click wheel. |
| 4th gen | 2008–2009 | 8, 16 GB | Tall curved-aluminum body; accelerometer and shake-to-shuffle features. |
| 5th gen | 2009–2010 | 8, 16 GB | Tall body with integrated video camera, FM radio and larger display. |
| 6th gen | 2010–2012 | 8, 16 GB | Small square touchscreen with clip; no click wheel. |
| 7th gen | 2012–2017 | 16 GB | Tall touchscreen with Home button, Lightning connector, Bluetooth and FM radio. |
Guides for iPod nano owners
Batteries, storage swaps and repairs that fit these models.
- How to Put Music on an iPod: Sync Guide Sync music to a classic iPod, nano, shuffle, mini or touch using the right Mac or Windows app. Check model-specific cable and setup steps before starting. Read guide →
- Add Bluetooth to an iPod: Options & Checks Compare built-in Bluetooth, external adapters and internal iPod mods. Check model fit, controls, charging, audio and evidence before paying or opening a player. Read guide →
- Replace an iPod Battery: Check the Model First Before replacing an iPod battery, identify the exact model and compatible cell. Check repair difficulty, battery condition, tools and model-specific guidance. Read guide →
- How to Spot a Fake iPod: Model & Listing Checks Check an iPod listing for model-number mismatch, clear photos, function evidence and seller claims. No single screen or label proves a device is genuine. Read guide →
- Rockbox on iPod: supported models and setup Learn which iPods Rockbox supports, how to install it, and what to check before you start. Read guide →
What's your iPod nano worth?
Price depends on generation, storage, condition and battery health. See how values are tracked before you buy or sell.