🎹 Top Digital Pianos for Beginners in 2025 🎹

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The Best Digital Pianos for Beginners in 2025

With 2025 just around the corner, it’s time for our annual review of the best digital pianos for beginners! In this video, we focus on weighted 88-note digital pianos—a must-have for aspiring pianists looking for a realistic playing experience and the approval of seasoned piano teachers.

Why Weighted 88-Note Pianos?
Weighted keys provide a playing experience that mimics an acoustic piano, allowing beginners to build proper technique and develop their skills effectively. In this video, we evaluate each piano on key specs and performance features like sound quality, action, portability, and value for money. Stick around until the end, where we’ll compare all the models and crown the best beginner-friendly digital piano of 2025!

1. Yamaha P145
The Yamaha P145 is an upgraded version of the popular P45. Offering a clean, no-frills design, the P145 impresses with:
Improved speaker quality and sound performance.
Yamaha’s signature tone and touch, delivering excellent playability.
An affordable price, making it an attractive entry point for beginners.
Perfect for those who prioritize simplicity and affordability, the P145 delivers a high-quality Yamaha experience on a budget.

2. Yamaha YDP 145
For those seeking a piano with a more traditional aesthetic, the Yamaha YDP 145 offers:
An integrated cabinet that mimics the look of an acoustic piano.
Triple pedals for enhanced expressiveness.
The same high-quality sound and touch as the P145.
This is a great option for families or individuals looking for a piano that fits seamlessly into a living room or study.

3. Casio PXS 1100
Casio continues to innovate with the sleek and modern PXS 1100, featuring:
A high-gloss, buttonless interface for a futuristic look.
Lightweight design (just over 25 lbs) for portability.
Bluetooth MIDI and audio connectivity, plus battery operation.
High-quality Steinway-inspired samples and reliable key action.
The PXS 1100 stands out as one of the most portable and feature-rich options in the beginner category.

4. Roland FP10 ACR
An upgrade to the popular FP10, the Roland FP10 ACR impresses with:
An enhanced SuperNATURAL engine, delivering richer and more realistic tones.
One of the most affordable options for accessing professional-level weighted keys.
For those on a tight budget but unwilling to compromise on quality, the FP10 ACR delivers unbeatable value.

5. Roland RP107
For those desiring a more substantial cabinet, the Roland RP107 offers:
A solid cabinet design with a classic piano aesthetic.
The same PHA-4 action as the FP10, with upgraded speakers for fuller sound.
Ideal for those who want a combination of performance and home-friendly design.

6. Kawai ES120
This portable digital piano is all about acoustic realism. Key features include:
Prioritized speaker design for robust and immersive sound.
The updated Responsive Hammer Compact action for an authentic playing experience.
A lightweight and stylish design, making it perfect for portability.
The ES120 is a fantastic choice for beginners who value tone quality and a modern, portable design.

7. Kawai KDP 120
The KDP 120 shines as a superb acoustic piano alternative. Its standout features include:
40W speakers and unfiltered stereo samples of the SK-EX concert grand.
Triple-action sensor technology for responsive playability.
A well-built cabinet available in multiple finishes, including triple pedals and a bench.
Though slightly more expensive, the KDP 120 offers unmatched value for those looking for a complete piano experience.

Final Thoughts
From Yamaha to Roland, Casio to Kawai, each piano in this list brings something unique to the table. Whether it’s portability, sound quality, or aesthetics, there’s an option here for every beginner. Check out the detailed reviews linked below to dive deeper into the specs and features of each model.

Thanks for watching! My name is Stu Harrison from Merriam Music Pianos on YouTube. If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, subscribe, and let us know in the comments which digital piano you're considering for your musical journey!

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[briankelly]

like your knowledge and straight honest reviews and your expertise in anything piano related thanks

[amaibot]

I bought kdp120 according to your advice. Despite the fact that it costs 1700$ in Belarus, I am very satisfied with it.

[mrc]

Can't wait for the successor of Fp30x. Will be on my wishlist for sure

[emaldonadog]

Hoy en español, Brent.
No os voy a matar porque desde España vuestra tienda me pilla un poco a trasmano.
Un año mirando videos, vuestros y de algunos de vuestros colegas en Canadá, en USA y en Europa, revisando características y comparaciones, ...
Y cuando ya he decidido que mi próximo piano debería ser un Kawai CN201 de alrededor de 1300€, viene Stu y me demuestra que el KDP120 de alrededor de 900€ es la elección correcta para mis capacidades y mis aspiraciones.
Os voy a odiar.


😂😂😂😂😂😂

Va a ser siempre un placer ver vuestros vídeos.
Y, como siempre, un abrazo para ti, que Stu ya tiene suficientes fans.

[EdPin_]

👏👏👏💯
Nice. Rich content.
Kudos for editing 🙂

[MrGadaga]

Thanks for the video Stu. I Europe/France we cannot buy the Roland FP10 ACR. Do you have any idea on when that will be possible? Thanks

[jlfleming]

Love your videos. Can you do a similar video for those ready to move up from their first purchase?

[clouphon]

I'm about to buy a Kawai es120, can't wait to start playing it

[raf]

Complimenti per il video!!! Perché visto che è piaciuto a molti non fate un altri video per le fasce di livello successivo?

[drjulia]

Love your videos - the most informative on youtube. I'm UK based and I can't decide between P145 and FP10. I've done tons of research and the music teacher at the school where I work really rates the FP10, although the school uses yamahas in the classroom. I know you may prefer not to advise which one to buy, but should I just toss a coin?! At the moment, P145 retails at £350 (with £50 cashback) and the FP10 £400 including a stand, stool and headphones....

[zlatanibrisimovic]

Kawai KDP-120 or Casio PX-870 ? I just can't decide between them.

[brun]

I've seen shops in Europe selling off their Yamaha P45 stock for 250-300 Euro. That's difficult to beat for beginners at that price. Even if it is quite an old model now.

[NellyNava-to]

Hi, nice video!
I wonder, what do you think about Px s5000 is a better option over Px s1100?
Those can be used as MIDI controllers? I would like to have a keyboard for practicing and for recording with pianoteq 😊

Great video 👌

[Gustavo-xfq]

Not a beginner but I have a Kawai GL40 Grand I got new a few months ago, a Yamaha P515, Roland FP60X and a Kawai ES920 that just arrived and I’m about to unbox. I also have a Casio GP510. I just like having a variety . Same with guitars

[xhobv]

Kawai ES120 provides probably the best value for money in this list - especially if you are looking just for good piano action and sound. Other models are also solid choice, I would also include yamaha P-225, which is just slightly more expensive than P-145 but offers significant improvements.

[mfurman]

FP10 ACR was already available at Costco last year. I got it but returned a few months later because of the action clicking noise (I really do not like PHA-4)

[gibon]

Why didn't you add fp 30x to the list? Is it not worth for the price?

[mfurman]

Merriam Music, when are you expecting to receive Kawai ES60, please?

[jamesa]

the best deal at this price point is the Casio PXs 5000.Its worth spending acouple hundred over the 1100 to get superior wooden keys which actually none of the mentioned pianos have.

[reighnaut]

I'm from Belgium. Initially I didn't want to spend more than 1k € for a piano as I'm a beginner but after some testing, the Kawai CN301 sounded too good and got it! 1569€ but surely worth it 😊