Chessplayer. It's not a secret, I do like the Odyssey. It has unique qualities aside from the others. The iPod is also prone to scratches, but on the back surface. HOWEVER, there are dozens of nice, professional looking cases available for iPod. Mine lives in a form-fitting leather case so it doesn't get scratched, and it has a swivel belt clip like you see on cell phones. Works perfect. The Odyssey's only case is the ridiclous one that came with it.