What could be better than an iPod?

I'm looking for a compact portable mp3 player with plenty of storage and decent organizing.  Something to use with a whole MP3 library.  Something with good battery life that isn't too bulky.  Any suggestions?

im probably going to get an iRiver, because ive heard that it works well as a portable HDD on both macs and PC's (i need one that works with both), whereas iPods are a little less user friendly when it comes to PC's.

plus i like the nice big remote supplied with all iRiver products, and you have control over ALL player options (screen contrast, backlight timer, backlight brightness, startup screen) and firmware updates are a plus (think support for new formats)

not quite as sexy as an iPod, but im sold.