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,
- Small, compact, handy
- Very compact
Contra
- Specifications incorrect (USB-C specification)
- The housing could be a little more solid, but it is sufficient.
- Data transfer rate very slow
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
- Small, handy, easy to handle.
- Small and handy. Does what it has to do. BAckup.
- Compact (small, light)
Contra
- USB sticks are easier to handle - but generally much slower :-)
- Dedicated cable, normal (USB C) cables cannot be used
- Slow, but perfectly OK for any normal person
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
- Everything you need is included. 2 different USB cables.
- Design and robustness
Contra
- Very slow
- No USB cable to connect to the PC
- Loose contact USB-C connection
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 handy
- Small, compact, elegant design
- usb-C to usb-C cable included
Contra
- No cable for USB-A
- Gets warm with intensive use
- No USB A to USB C cable
5. Toshiba Canvio Basics
High-capacity storage in a practical, compact, matte black case. 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.
What our customers think
Pro
- Very quiet
- Small and handy
- Very reliable so far
Contra
- No USB C port
- Cable is quite short
6. 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
- Very quiet in operation
- 18TB: Massive storage capacity
- Speed with backup
Contra
- A little noisy, but not very disturbing
- Unnecessarily bright blue LED
- somewhat expensive
7. WD Elements Desktop
The compact format offers a capacity of 16 TB. This makes WD Elements the ideal solution for easy, additional storage of all your photos, music, videos, and files. When your internal hard drive is full, your PC slows down. Don’t delete files. Free up space on your internal hard drive by transferring files to the WD Elements, and get your computer back up to speed. It works right out of the box with a Windows PC. Simply connect it to the USB port to add storage space. With this drive, you get compatibility with USB 3.0 devices and backward compatibility with USB 2.0 devices.
What our customers think
Pro
- Very quiet even when writing bun data
- Very reliable
- Lots and lots of storage space
Contra
- extremely loud for an HD these days, therefore not recommended for desktop use
- >4T too expensive
- It's just not an ssd so it's a bit slow with large data
8. 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
- Small, handy, fast
- Small and handy
- Absolutely reliable,
9. 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.
What our customers think
Pro
- Lots of storage space
- Is quiet
- Large memories
Contra
- the hard drive is very loud, it even knocks!
- No USB C ports
- Somewhat slow, sufficient for a sequential backup
10. WD My Passport Ultra for Mac
This My Passport series mobile hard drive offers storage space for large amounts of photos, videos, and music. It is available in various colors and fits comfortably in one hand with its compact and elegant design. The included software and hardware encryption ensure that the data is reliably protected from unauthorized access.
What our customers think
Pro
- Small and uncomplicated
- Very light
- Very practical
Contra
- none noticed yet
- Not the fastest
- Included USB 3 cable unusable
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