Best selling External hard drives
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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 only 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 installation or configuration is necessary. File storage is easily done via drag-and-drop.
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 extra security in data recovery.
What our customers think
Pro
- small, quiet,
- Very compact
Contra
- Relatively high power consumption when starting up (caution with passive USB-C hubs)
- Extremely slow
- Housing moderately processed
2. WD Elements Portable
WDBU6Y0020BBK-WESN - Elements Portable 2TB External 2.5" USB 3.0, Black
The portable storage from WD Elements with USB 3.0 offers maximum data transfer rates, universal connectivity, and up to 2TB capacity for budget-conscious consumers seeking reliable, high-capacity storage on the go. Protect your files with the free 30-day trial of WD SmartWare Pro and back up your files on your WD Elements drive or in the cloud.
Maximum Transfer Rates
When connected to a USB 3.0 port, the portable storage from WD Elements delivers maximum performance for data transfers. Transfer a full-length HD movie in a fraction of the time it takes with USB 2.0. Performance may vary depending on the user's hardware and system configuration.
USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 Compatibility
Seamlessly works with the latest USB 3.0 devices and is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices.
High Capacity in a Small Case
The small, lightweight design offers high storage capacity, making the portable storage from WD Elements the ideal companion for value-conscious consumers who want to take their important files with them.
Free Trial of WD SmartWare Pro Backup Software
WD Elements includes a free trial of the WD SmartWare Pro backup software. This allows you to back up files on the local WD Elements drive or in the cloud. A cloud account is required for cloud backup. Cloud services may change, be discontinued, or interrupted at any time and may vary by country.
Improve PC Performance
If your internal hard drive is nearly full, your PC will slow down. Don’t delete files. Free up space on your internal hard drive by transferring files to your WD Elements and get your PC moving again.
What our customers think
Pro
- Has only advantages 5T, small, easy to use.
- Small and handy. Does what it has to do. BAckup.
- Compact (small, light)
Contra
- Dedicated cable, normal (USB C) cables cannot be used
- If used on the desktop, the USB cable should be slightly longer
- Quite slow (95Mb/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 your travels than ever before, using just a single solution.
What our customers think
Pro
- Robust and reliable
- Accessories from USB C to USB 3.0 and USB C to USB C
- Beautiful design
Contra
- Very slow
- Slightly more expensive than a normal USB disc
- Loose contact USB-C connection
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LaCie Rugged USB-C
5 TB
4. 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.
What our customers think
Pro
- Small and slim
- Fast, good design!
- Plug in the USB and start working
Contra
- USB C to USB C connection cable
- No USB A to USB C cable
- Gets warm with intensive use
5. WD My Passport - for Mac
My Passport for Mac - 2 TB (Blue)
Model Number: WDBA2D0020BBL-WESN
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Transfer Speed: up to 5 Gb/s
Those who are flexible get more out of life.
Safeguard your precious memories on the go with the My Passport for Mac mobile hard drive. This high-capacity Mac storage device, compatible with USB-C, offers a seamless USB connection and allows easy access to your valuable files anytime, anywhere. Use the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software for reliable data backup, including ransomware protection. Never lose files again – with the My Passport mobile hard drive, you can securely store your memories and have them readily available at all times.
Ready for Macs. Optimized for Windows.
The My Passport for Mac mobile hard drive is ready to use right out of the box and can be universally connected thanks to its USB-C compatibility. To ensure the hard drive works seamlessly with computers running Windows 10+, a downloadable HFS+ driver is available without the need for reformatting.
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 with you anywhere, keeping everything securely in hand.
Easy Backups. Includes Ransomware Protection.
The included Acronis True Image for Western Digital 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...
What our customers think
Pro
- Small but powerful
- Very compact
- Small and light
Contra
- looks cheap
- For Mac and therefore rather expensive
- Nict stable, back up works well once then no longer.
6. WD Elements Desktop
Reliable storage with enormous capacity for ultra-fast data transfers. This drive is compatible with the latest USB 3.0 devices and backward compatible with USB 2.0. It is formatted in NTFS and compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7. Compatibility depends on the user's hardware configuration and operating system.
What our customers think
Pro
- Very quiet even when writing bun data
- Reliable like the others in the model class that I own.
- Plenty of storage space for backups
Contra
- Somewhat loud in operation
- somewhat expensive
- It's just not an ssd so it's a bit slow with large data
7. WD My Passport
The My Passport external hard drive from Western Digital offers an impressive storage capacity of 6 TB and is ideal for securely storing and transporting large amounts of data. With its compact size and sleek design, it easily fits into any bag, making it perfect for mobile use. The hard drive features a USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, allowing for fast data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps, and is compatible with USB 2.0.
Highlights:
- 256-bit AES hardware encryption for enhanced data security
- Automatic backup software for easy data protection
- Password protection and WD Discovery software for comprehensive drive management.
What our customers think
Pro
- Inexpensive, small, suitable as a backup medium
- Small and handy
- Absolutely reliable,
8. Seagate Expansion Desktop
The Seagate Expansion Desktop Hard Drive provides additional storage space for ever-growing collections of files. You can instantly add storage for more files and consolidate your files in one location, or create extra space on your computer's internal hard drive to enhance performance.
Setup is simple by connecting the included power supply and USB cable. The hard drive is automatically recognized by the Windows operating system, so no software needs to be installed and nothing has to be configured. Saving files is effortless with drag-and-drop functionality.
Take advantage of fast data transfer with USB 3.0 by using a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port.
What our customers think
Pro
- Plenty of storage space
- Very quiet
- Large memory
Contra
- damn loud, even in idle mode
- No USB-C
- Somewhat slow, sufficient for a sequential backup
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.
What our customers think
Pro
- Fast, quiet, supplied with lots of accessories
- 18TB: Massive storage capacity
- Very fast for a backup
Contra
- Sometimes loud
- blue LED multifunction button on the front lights up too brightly for my liking
- somewhat expensive
10. Seagate Game Drive for PlayStation
Expand your game storage with the Game Drive for PS5. This officially licensed hard drive for PlayStation works seamlessly with PS5 and PS4 consoles and adds a touch of blue LED lighting to any gaming setup. Easily archive your PS5 games on the hard drive until it's time to transfer and play them.
What our customers think
Pro
- Enough memory for various games
- works with PlayStation
- Simple installation
Contra
- PS5 games only playable on console
- Requires one of only 2 USB ports
- Only PS4 games available on demand
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