Best selling External hard drives

Here you’ll find the best-selling products in the External hard drives category. The ranking is primarily based on sales volume, while also taking factors such as availability, price trends, and overall customer relevance into account. For each product, we provide a short description and the most important insights from customer reviews so you can quickly compare the most popular options. This page always stays fresh and updates automatically.

1. 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. 

2. 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. 

3. 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... 

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. 

5. WD Elements Desktop

The WD Elements desktop hard drive with USB 3.0 offers reliable additional storage, ultra-high data transfer rates, and universal connectivity options for devices with USB 3.0 and 2.0. With a capacity of up to 3 TB and the renowned WD quality in a sleek design, you also receive a free trial of the WD SmartWare Pro backup software for local and cloud data backup. 

6. LaCie Mobile Drive Secure

The LaCie Mobile Drive combines portability, capacity, and security. The drive features an elegant design by Neil Poulton and is made from recycled materials. It includes password protection for both Mac OS and Windows. Backups can be easily created with just one click or automatically, and the 5 TB of storage provides ample space for countless photos, documents, and more. It works with Windows PCs and Macs and is ready to use right out of the box. Secure files with a single click or schedule automatic backups. The LaCie Mobile Drive Secure offers reliable password protection for Mac OS and Windows. The hard drive enclosure and packaging are made from recycled aluminum, plastic, and packaging materials. The sleek and portable design was created by Neil Poulton. Enjoy long-term security with the included limited 3-year warranty and a 3-year data recovery Rescue Service. Benefit from a free one-month subscription to all Adobe Creative Cloud apps with access to fantastic photo and video editing applications. Experience USB-C speeds of up to 130 MB/s for file transfers, backups, and browsing images. 

7. 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. 

8. WD My Passport Ultra

The metal casing of the My Passport Ultra mobile hard drive not only looks good but is also particularly robust. This makes it the ideal companion for on-the-go use. This USB-C-capable storage device with high capacity provides easy access to your important files—wherever you are. Use the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software for secure data backup, including ransomware protection. The password protection adds an extra layer of security during your travels.

Thanks to USB-C technology, the My Passport Ultra is a fast mobile storage option for your PC. The included USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 adapter ensures compatibility with older devices.

The included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software simplifies the scheduling of backups for your valuable files. Additionally, it allows you to back up your important applications and protect your computer system from data loss due to ransomware attacks. 

9. 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. 

10. WD My Book

Store large amounts of photos, videos, music, and documents on the My Book Desktop Storage. With multiple terabytes of storage capacity, the My Book drive is the ideal place for all your digital data. Set up automatic backups and determine how often and when your data is backed up. The My Book Desktop Drive comes with WD Backup software for Windows and is compatible with Apple Time Machine for Mac. With built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption and WD Security, you can set your own password to protect your content, ensuring that your information remains confidential and secure. You can configure WD Security to automatically unlock the device on your computer, allowing you to quickly and conveniently access your data without having to enter the password each time. 

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