Best Electric Guitars October 2026
Explore our independently ranked selection of top electric guitars to find the right model for your playing style and skill level. Compare key specifications, pickup configurations, and body shapes side by side. Whether you want vintage tone or modern shredding ergonomics, this guide helps you choose with confidence.
Last updated: 6 October 2026
Electric Guitars: Top 5
1
Squier Affinity Stratocaster Maple
from £229.005 stores
from £229.00
5 stores
2
Ibanez Gio GRX70QA
from £182.005 stores
from £182.00
5 stores
3
Squier Classic Vibe Stratocaster '50s Maple
from £349.003 stores
from £349.00
3 stores
4
Ibanez Gio GSA60
from £204.004 stores
from £204.00
4 stores
5
Ibanez MiKro GRGM21
from £173.004 stores
from £173.00
4 stores
The Squier Affinity Stratocaster Maple offers iconic styling and traditional Strat tones with an alder body and maple neck. Its 9.5-inch fingerboard radius and classic double-cutaway shape provide easy access across all 21 frets. It serves as an accessible entry point for beginners wanting an authentic Fender-style feel.
Pros
Classic Stratocaster styling
Solid alder body and maple neck
Comfortable 9.5-inch fingerboard radius
Includes a case or bag
Cons
Limited to 21 frets
Narrow 40.6 mm nut width
The Ibanez Gio GRX70QA is built for flexibility with its versatile HSH pickup layout and modern Super ST body. A flatter 12-inch fretboard radius and 22 frets make soloing smooth and comfortable. It suits players seeking a blend of heavy humbucker crunch and clear single-coil tones.
Pros
Versatile HSH pickup configuration
Flatter 12-inch radius fretboard
Full 22-fret range
Case or bag included
Cons
Tremolo bridge requires setup patience
No pickguard protection
The Squier Classic Vibe Stratocaster '50s Maple brings retro styling together with solid alder construction. It features a maple fingerboard on a 25.5-inch scale neck and a Floyd Rose bridge for dive-bomb capability. It is well suited for players wanting vintage looks paired with advanced tremolo performance.
Pros
Classic 1950s aesthetic details
Floyd Rose locking tremolo system
Solid alder body construction
Includes a case or bag
Cons
Restringing a Floyd Rose takes more time
Limited to 21 frets
The Ibanez Gio GSA60 is designed for comfortable playability with its contoured Super ST body and rosewood fretboard. Equipped with 22 frets and a responsive tremolo bridge, it adapts readily to various playing styles. The ergonomic neck profile makes it an attractive choice for developing guitarists.
Pros
Sleek Super ST body shape
Rosewood fingerboard with 22 frets
Flat 12-inch radius for easy bends
Case or bag included
Cons
Agathis body wood
No pickguard included
The Ibanez MiKro GRGM21 is a compact electric guitar with a short 22.2-inch scale length, ideal for young players or travel. Despite its smaller size, it features dual humbuckers, a solid basswood body, and a full 24-fret rosewood fingerboard. The fixed bridge keeps tuning stable and makes maintenance simple.
Pros
Compact 22.2-inch short scale length
Full 24-fret fingerboard
Dual humbucker configuration
Stable fixed bridge design
Cons
Short scale may feel tight for large hands
No tremolo arm capability
Compare specifications
| Number of strings | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Right / left-handed | Right-handed | Right-handed | Right-handed | Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Neck construction | Bolt-on (Screwed) | Bolt-on (Screwed) | Bolt-on (Screwed) | Bolt-on (Screwed) | — |
| Number of frets | 21 pc. | 22 pc. | 21 pc. | 22 pc. | 24 pc. |
| Pickup configuration | SH | HSH | SH | SH | HH |
| Body | Solid body | Solid body | Solid body | Solid body | Solid body |
| Bridge type | Tremolo | Tremolo | Floyd Rose | Tremolo | Fixed bridge |
| Signature Model | No | No | No | No | No |
| Color | Black, White, Silver, Brown, Blue, Red, Yellow, Orange, Green | Black, White, Blue, Red, Orange, Transparent, Green | Black, White, Blue, Red, Yellow, Orange, Gold, Green, Pink | Black, White, Brown, Blue, Red, Stainless steel, Orange, Natural wood | Black, White, Blue, Yellow, Orange, Purple, Natural wood |
| Pickguard | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Body shape | ST-type | Super ST | ST-type | Super ST | Super ST |
| Popular series | Squier Stratocaster | Ibanez GIO | Squier Stratocaster | Ibanez GIO | — |
| Nut width | 40.6 - 40 | 42 - 42 | 41.91 - 41.91 | 43 - 57 | 42 - 42 |
| Radius (inch) | 9,5 | 12 | 9,5 | 12 | — |
| Scale length (inch) | 25,5 | 25,5 | 25,5 | 25,5 | 22,2 |
| Features | Case/bag included | Case/bag included | Case/bag included | Case/bag included | Case/bag included |
| Electronics | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive |
| Controls | Volume control, Pickup selector switch, Tone | Volume control, Pickup selector switch, Tone | Volume control, Pickup selector switch, Tone | Volume control, Pickup selector switch, Tone | Volume control, Pickup selector switch, Tone |
| Kind of wood (top) | Maple | Maple | — | — | — |
| Kind of wood (fingerboard) | Maple | Rosewood | Maple | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Kind of wood (body) | Alder | Maple | Alder | Agathis | Basswood |
| Kind of wood (neck) | Maple | Maple | Maple | Maple | Maple |
How we create the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular among our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert assessments. Specifically, we weigh how many users follow the product via price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in retail. The texts on this page are AI-generated and created to give you a quick and clear overview. No products are paid placements – the ranking is driven solely by data.
