
Best selling External hard drives
Here's a ranking of the best products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Seagate Expansion Portable
The Seagate Expansion portable hard drive is compact and perfect for on-the-go use. Instantly add more storage space to your PC or Mac and take large files with you while traveling.
The setup is simple and effortless. You just need to connect the USB cable. The hard drive is powered through the USB cable, so no external power supply is required. The drive is also automatically recognized by the Windows or Mac operating system, meaning no software needs to be installed or configured. File storage is easy with drag-and-drop functionality.
Take advantage of fast data transfer with USB 3.0 by using a USB 3.0 port. Additionally, the purchase of the Seagate Expansion includes Rescue Data Recovery Services for added security in data recovery.

2. WD Elements Portable
Discover the reliability and large storage capacity of the WD Elements portable hard drive. With fast data transfer and seamless connectivity to USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 devices, you can effortlessly back up your photos, videos, and other files on the go.
Smooth Expansion
With this plug-and-play hard drive, you can expand your capacity in seconds, allowing you to store your important files easily and worry-free.
High Capacity
The enormous storage capacity of up to 6 TB provides ample space for your valuable photos, unforgettable videos, and important documents while on the move.
Transfer Data Faster
Thanks to the high transfer speed of USB 3.2 Gen 1, you can quickly and easily access and share your files.
Designed for the Environment
The casing of this hard drive is made of over 50% recycled plastic. The packaging is made of over 50% recycled paper and is fully recyclable.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 5 TB
- Connection: Micro-B
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1; USB 3.0
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 110 mm x 82 mm x 15 mm
- Weight: 0.13 kg
- Model Number: WDBUZG7500ABK-WESN
- Operating Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C
- Non-Operating Temperature: -20 °C to 65 °C
- Certifications: FCC-ICES, CE, BSMI, RCM, VCCI, EAC, KC, UKCA
Product Features
- Plug-and-play expansion
- Huge storage capacities for photos, videos, music, important documents, and more
- SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbit/s)
Compatibility
- Windows 10 and above
- Reformatting may be required for other operating systems.
- Compatibility depends on the user's hardware configuration and operating system.
Included in the Box
- WD Elements Portable Hard Drive
- SuperSpeed USB-A Cable (5 Gbit/s).

3. LaCie Rugged USB-C
The LaCie Rugged Raid can be used with both PC and Mac, offering a groundbreaking combination of capacity, speed, mobility, and reliability. The LaCie Rugged is the ultimate solution for business travelers and can be tailored to meet any performance or complete data security requirements. With 5 TB in Raid 0, the LaCie Rugged provides enormous storage capacity to transfer all the content needed for ongoing projects. Take more photos, recordings, and content on the go than ever before, using just a single solution.

4. Seagate Expansion Desktop
The Seagate Expansion desktop hard drive provides additional storage space for your files. Instantly add storage space, consolidate files into a single location or free up space on your computer's internal drive.

5. LaCie Mobile Drive
The LaCie Mobile Drive combines portability and capacity. The drive features a sophisticated design by Neil Poulton and is made from recycled materials. It offers plug-and-play compatibility with PCs, Macs and iPads with USB-C ports. Backups can be created with just one click or automatically and 2TB to 5TB of storage provides space for countless photos, playlists, documents and more. Ready to use with PC, Mac and iPads with USB-C connection.
Back up files with a single click or schedule automatic backups. The hard drive enclosure and packaging are made from recycled aluminium, plastic and packaging materials. The sleek and portable design was created by Neil Poulton. Experience USB-C speeds of 130MB/s for file transfers, backups and browsing images.

6. Toshiba Canvio Basics
High-capacity storage in a practical, compact, matte black casing. The Canvio Basics hard drives from Toshiba are available in various sizes and are perfect for storing data, music, movies, and pictures. These devices are powered via USB and can be connected to a PC or laptop with a single USB cable. The portable hard drives with USB 3.0 technology are much faster than, yet still compatible with, USB 2.0 devices, allowing for quick transfers while organizing your files. The device is ready to use with Microsoft Windows and is powered through the USB cable. Intuitively drag and drop files to and from your PC or laptop.
Model 2023.

7. WD Elements Desktop
Increase your storage capacity with the reliability and large capacity of the WD Elements Desktop Hard Drive. Benefit from fast data transfer and effortless connectivity with USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 devices, making it a breeze to back up your photos, videos, and important files.
Generous capacities allow for seamless storage expansion with up to 24 TB of space. Expand your storage options with easy access to your valuable photos, music, videos, and files, all archived and accessible in a reliable device.
Simplify your backups with a plug-and-play hard drive. Effortlessly archive your important files and documents, protecting your valuable data.
With the high transfer speed of USB 3.2 Gen 1, you can quickly and easily transfer and share your files.
On Windows, the WD Elements Desktop Hard Drive is ready to use right away – just connect it via USB, and the additional storage is available.
Technical specifications:
- Capacity: 18 TB
- Connection: Micro-B
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 135 mm x 48 mm x 165.8 mm
- Weight: 900 g
- Model Number: WDBWLG0180HBK-EESN
- Operating Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C
- Non-Operating Temperature: -20 °C to 65 °C
- Certifications: FCC-ICES, CE, BIS, EAC, RCM, VCCI, KC, LoA, UKCA
Product Features:
- Expand your storage options with easy access to photos, music, videos, and files in a reliable device.
- Simplify your backups with a plug-and-play hard drive.
- Thanks to fast transfer speeds, you can quickly and effortlessly access and share your data.
Compatibility:
- Windows 10 and higher.

8. Seagate Ultra Touch HDD
The Ultra Touch HDD sets new standards for portable storage from Seagate. To meet sustainability goals, this drive is made from at least 30% recycled material and is delivered in 100% recyclable packaging. The rounded, natural design of the lightweight and portable hard drive adds an elegant touch to your workspace. It offers USB-C plug-and-play compatibility with PC, Mac, and Chromebook.
Sustainability Goal
This drive is made from at least 30% recycled material for eco-friendly backups.
Natural Design
The soft colors and rounded design of this drive are inspired by nature.
Universal Compatibility
Works with PCs, Macs, and Chromebooks thanks to the universal USB-C connection.
Storage on the Go
With its lightweight design, you can take your files anywhere, whether at school, work, or on the move.

9. LaCie d2 Professional
Two decades, one goal. Since 1997, LaCie d2 Storage has been so reliable and so finely tuned to high-bandwidth tasks that creative professionals can focus on what they do best: creating.
d2 Professional includes the standards which make this d2 a true professional solution: performance, universal compatibility, and the enhanced reliability of an enterprise-class drive all within an all-aluminium unibody enclosure.
Inside the d2 Professional is an enterprise-class Seagate IronWolf Pro hard drive - the secret to exceeding your goals. This powerful hard drive supports workloads of up to 300 TB/year and is specifically designed for high speed of 7200 rpm, smooth power management, enormous capacity and round-the-clock reliability.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 is clearly the most sensible choice for the future. That's why the LaCie d2 Professional has been designed with maximum performance and compatibility in mind. You can expect up to 290MB/s for all your demanding workflows and fast file transfer rates of up to 10Gbps.
With the LaCie Toolkit, it's easy to give important files the extra protection they need.

10. WD My Passport
Those who are flexible get more out of life. Secure your valuable memories on the go with the My Passport mobile hard drive. This high-capacity storage medium offers a seamless USB connection, allowing easy access to your important files anytime and anywhere. Use the included Acronis True Image software for reliable data backup, including ransomware protection. Never lose files again – with the My Passport mobile hard drive, you can safely store your memories and have them readily available at all times.
Sleek Design
A slim and durable design that makes your life on the go effortless and comfortable. Thanks to its robust construction, the hard drive is a reliable companion for your adventures.
Large Capacity
With a storage capacity of up to 6 TB, you can take your photos, videos, music, and important documents anywhere, keeping everything securely under control.
Easy Backups. Includes Ransomware Protection.
The included Acronis True Image software simplifies the scheduling of backups for your valuable files. Additionally, back up your important applications and protect your computer system from data loss due to ransomware attacks.
Protection for Important Data
Protect your files from unauthorized access at home or on the go. Use the included software for added security with password protection and integrated 256-bit AES encryption.
Designed for the Environment
The casing of this hard drive is made of over 50% recycled plastic. The packaging is made of over 50% recycled paper and is fully recyclable.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 5 TB
- Connection: Micro-B
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0
- Transfer speed: up to 5 Gb/s
- Dimensions (L x W x H):...
