Best selling Optical disc drives
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1. Sandberg USB-C/A DVD Drive
With this external DVD drive with USB-C connection, you can easily play and burn your CDs and DVDs. The included USB-A to USB-C adapter offers the flexibility to connect the drive to USB-C or USB-A ports. The drive is powered directly from your computer, eliminating the need for an external power source.
What our customers think
Pro
- USB C
- Small and handy. No need for an external power supply unit
- USB A adapter included
Contra
- Cable too short
- Not suitable for desktop Cable too short
- everything a bit "plumb"
2. ASUS ZenDrive U9M
The Asus ZenDrive U9M is an ultra-slim, external DVD burner with support for USB Type-C and USB Type-A. Two cables are included for data transfer with PC and Mac. The high-quality, Zen-inspired design with its fine, concentric circles shows how beautiful technology can be. Compared to hard drives, flash drives and other recordable media, which have a lifespan of around 8 years, M-DISC writing technology engraves the data in a patented, stone-like layer that can withstand extreme environmental conditions and enables the storage of lifelong memories and important data for more than 1,000 years. Compatible with Windows and Mac OS.
What our customers think
Pro
- Small and handy
- USB C and USB A cable included in the scope of delivery
- Very quiet
Contra
- Relatively loud
- Short connection cable
- Slightly short cable
3. Verbatim Simline CD / DVD ReWriter USB-C
External Slimline CD/DVD burner with USB-C connection. More and more laptop manufacturers are removing optical drives from their devices to make them even thinner. Often, these laptops replace bulky USB-A ports with sleeker and faster USB-C ports. However, CDs and DVDs are still among the most commonly used storage media, especially for archiving all important data. The external Verbatim Slimline CD/DVD burner with USB-C connection is the solution - this compact device is the perfect addition to your laptop, ultrabook, netbook, or even PC. It allows you to install your software or create backups. The external Verbatim Slimline CD/DVD burner is barely larger than a DVD case and is powered via USB - no bulky power adapter needed!
The drive comes with Nero Burn & Archive software, which includes numerous special features such as DiscSpan, MediaHome, and SecureDisc technology to help you successfully organize, burn, and archive your important files.
Product data:
- External Slimline CD/DVD burner with USB-C connection
- Includes USB-C to USB-A cable (plus USB-A to USB-C adapter)
- USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Thanks to its lightweight and compact design, it is ideal for use with a laptop or ultrabook
- Extremely slim (only 11 mm thick) brushed metal casing
- Stores 8.5 GB on a DL-DVD and up to 4.7 GB on a standard DVD
- Powered via USB port - no bulky adapter required
- Includes Nero Burn & Archive software
- Fully compliant with MDISC archiving technology
The Nero Burn & Archive software is only compatible with Windows operating systems.
What our customers think
Pro
- USB C plug and USB B converter plug
- works perfectly via USB A/C
- Small, good feel
Contra
- Nero Software
- Interface does not work
- Does not work directly on Mac
4. HP External USB DVD-RW drive
Connect the external HP USB DVD/RW drive to any available USB port on your PC for immediate read and write access to your optical media.
What our customers think
Pro
- Rapid installation
- Works reliably
Contra
- Still no USB C port
- Short cable
5. Verbatim Slimline
Optical discs are among the most reliable media for archiving your data. Unfortunately, many laptop manufacturers choose to omit optical drives in favor of slimmer designs. Verbatim offers a solution with the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray burner. Use it to create backup copies of important files you don’t want to lose, such as family photos, videos, and accounting documents.
Watch your 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs with this external Blu-ray player. It is barely larger than a Blu-ray disc itself and is powered via USB, so it doesn’t require an additional power adapter, making it easy to transport.
The included award-winning Nero Burn and Archive software offers numerous special features such as DiscSpan, MediaHome, and SecureDisc technology to help you organize, burn, and archive your important files. Various streaming options, including the Nero Streaming Player app, allow you to view your movies, photos, slideshows, and other media on devices like smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs. You can even add password protection for extra security and an electronic signature to mark copyright.
Burn a standard DVD at 8x speed, a single-layer and double-layer Blu-ray disc at 6x, and a BDXL disc at 4x. The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray burner supports buffer underrun protection to avoid issues during the recording process.
The Blu-ray burner is designed to be energy-efficient and supports Zero Power ODD (Optical Disc Drive), which reduces the power consumption of the optical drive in the operating system to zero when the drive is not in use.
Note: The software player for playing DVD/Blu-ray movies is not included.
What our customers think
Pro
- Handy, small and light
- Only one cable (USB 3.0), no external power connection required
- Extremely compact
Contra
- a bit loud
- There is a useless software and when watching bluray films the video freezes.
- USB Type C to Type A cable included with adapter
Optical disc drive
CHF127.75
Verbatim Slimline
Blu-ray burner, Blu-ray drive, CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer
6. ASUS SBW-06D5H-U BLACK USB3.1
The ASUS SBW-06D5H-U is a portable USB 3.1 Gen 1 Blu-ray burner that supports both USB Type C and USB Type A. It comes with two cables for data transfer with PC and Mac. It supports the M-DISC format for lifetime data backups. The ultra-slim design in glossy black with a blue LED ring showcases technology at its finest. This makes it the perfect companion for compact and slim notebooks.
What our customers think
Pro
- USB 3.1 port only occupies one port on the PC / iMac
- Very compact
- works on the Mac
Contra
- housing is unstable "cheap plastic"
- CD Software link to the manufacturer leads nowhere!
- Somewhat thin housing
Optical disc drive
CHF108.–
ASUS SBW-06D5H-U BLACK USB3.1
Blu-ray burner, Blu-ray drive, CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer
7. Gembird DVD-USB-031
The Gembird DVD-USB-031 external USB DVD drive is a practical solution for anyone in need of a reliable and portable optical drive. It offers user-friendly plug-and-play functionality, allowing for easy connection to various devices. With a writing speed of up to 24x for CDs and 8x for DVDs, it is ideal for burning and reading data, music, and videos. The drive supports a variety of media formats, including DVD-R, DVD+R, CD-RW, and more, making it a versatile tool for different applications. Its compact and sleek black design ensures it fits seamlessly into any environment, while the robust construction guarantees durability. The drive is equipped with USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB Type-C interfaces, ensuring fast data transfer. It is compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11, making it an ideal choice for modern computer users.
- Plug-and-play functionality for easy use without additional driver installation
- Supports a variety of media formats, including DVD-R, DVD+R, and CD-RW
- Writing speed of up to 24x for CDs and 8x for DVDs
- Compact and portable design for on-the-go use
- Sturdy construction with protection against dust and moisture.
8. Verbatim External slimline CD-DVD burner
More and more notebook manufacturers are removing optical drives from their devices to make them even thinner. However, CDs and DVDs continue to be among the most commonly used media types. Verbatim offers a solution with this external Slimline CD/DVD burner. This small device is the perfect complement for notebooks, ultrabooks, or netbooks. It allows you to install software or create backups. The Verbatim external Slimline CD/DVD burner is powered via USB, so you don’t need a bulky adapter. The drive is barely larger than a DVD and easily fits in your bag, making it convenient to take anywhere.
What our customers think
Pro
- Practical because small
- Handy and lightweight
- can burn anything
Contra
- A little loud
- Micro USB connection
- no BluRay
9. ASUS BW-16D1X-U
The ASUS BW-16D1X-U is a powerful Blu-ray disc drive that can write BD-R media at 16x speed. USB 3.0 enables high burning speeds, and with BDXL support, up to 128 GB of data can be stored on a single disc. The professional backup software Nero BackItUp, Power Backup, provides an extremely reliable backup solution.
With USB 3.0, data can be transferred up to ten times faster than with USB 2.0. Thanks to the extremely fast 16x writing speed, it only takes 10 minutes to create a backup of 25 GB of data. The ASUS BW-16D1X-U supports Mac OS X and Windows without the need for additional software installation and is ready to use immediately after being connected to the USB port of a laptop or PC. The ASUS BW-16D1X-U offers a complete, easy-to-use backup solution.
What our customers think
Pro
- With 3 software
- Works immediately
10. Gembird DVD-USB-04
External CD/DVD reader/recorder with USB interface. High-speed USB 2.0 interface for reliable use with transfer rates of up to 480 Mbps. Enables fast burning of CD/DVD media with a writing speed of 24x for CDs and 8x for DVDs. Archive your videos, photos, data, and music on CD or DVD. Compact design, perfect for use with laptops. Quiet operation.
What our customers think
Pro
- Burns optimally
- It reads DVDs
- Works perfectly
Contra
- Very loud
- Window that should open according to the description does not open
- Requires two USB ports
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