Top rated Hard drive enclosures

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1. Icy Box Enclosure 1x NVMe, IB-1817M-C31

With the IB-1817M-C31 external USB 3.1 Type-C enclosure, an NVMe SSD can be quickly and easily carried along. It allows access to M.2 disks of up to 2 TB no matter which host computer it is connected to. The integrated cooling plate transfers the resulting waste heat from the SSD to the housing and thus optimally cools the SSD. This prevents the usual premature reduction of the transmission rate to protect against overheating. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Cable for USB A->C and C->C
  • small + compact
  • Small & robust

Contra

  • not compatible with all M.2 NVMe SSDs (e.g. Kingston KC3000 2 TB)
  • somewhat expensive
  • Fourth generation SSDs are not recognised via USB 3
Icy Box Enclosure 1x NVMe, IB-1817M-C31 (M.2 2230, M.2 2242, M.2 2260, M.2 2280)
Hard drive enclosures
CHF17.70

Icy Box Enclosure 1x NVMe, IB-1817M-C31

M.2 2230, M.2 2242, M.2 2260, M.2 2280

2. i-tec MySafe USB 3.0 Easy

The Advance Series represents our premium accessory products. These combine cutting-edge technology with innovative design and exclusive packaging.

The i-tec MySafe
USB 3.0 Easy is an external enclosure for connecting 2.5" SATA hard drives of all capacities to your PC, laptop, TV, or other multimedia devices via the USB interface, which also provides power. The enclosure is also suitable for data transfer from damaged laptops. The USB 3.0 connection offers fast and easy data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps. Of course, it is backward compatible with USB 2.0.

Operation is very simple: the hard drive just needs to be inserted into the enclosure, and the drivers will be automatically installed upon the first connection to the computer. For quick hard drive connection, you can use only the self-sufficient adapter of the external enclosure, or the hard drive can be transported in the included plastic box.
 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Independent cable with HD connector plug that can be easily separated from the housing
  • Quick assembly

Contra

  • Cable a little short
  • Cable is a little short
  • Cheap housing

3. Icy Box Ib-183m2

The IB-183M2 is a particularly small SSD enclosure for an M.2 SSD. This allows you to install the compact drives into an external case and take them anywhere. The USB 3.0 connection also ensures a particularly high transfer rate, so the SSD won't be idle. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • simply super small even the screws
  • Aluminium housing offers indirect cooling and appears stable
  • Works very well

Contra

  • why usb micro b and not C or simply USB ?
  • Screws are very small and fiddly
  • Plastic piece between keys on SSD a little crazy.
Icy Box Ib-183m2 (M.2 2242, M.2 2260, M.2 2280)
Hard drive enclosures
Quantity discount
CHF13.90 per piece for 2 units

Icy Box Ib-183m2

M.2 2242, M.2 2260, M.2 2280

4. ASUS ROG Strix Arion

The ROG Strix Arion is an SSD enclosure for an M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD with a form factor of 2230/2242/2260/2280. The integrated USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port allows for data transfer rates of up to 10 Gbps. The sleek aluminum casing features thermal pads for excellent heat dissipation, exclusive ASUS Aura Sync lighting effects, and a protective strap with an R-hook. This combination makes the ROG Strix Arion an extremely powerful mobile storage solution. The ROG Strix Arion has an installation system with a pin design and a thumb screw, making the installation of the SSD in the enclosure a breeze. No screwdriver is required. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • High-quality workmanship
  • Beautiful RGB lighting
  • Very stable

Contra

  • Plastic carabiner
  • A little bulky
  • somewhat expensive

5. Icy Box Ib-Ac703-U3

The IB-AC703-U3 for a 2.5" SATA hard drive/SSD consists of a SATA III to USB 3.0 adapter including power supply and a plastic housing. Both can be used individually or together. The adapter can be connected directly to a USB 3.0-capable computer, media player, or similar device via USB 3.0, achieving transfer rates of up to 5 Gbit/s. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Adapter (SATA to USB) can also be used without a case
  • Ideally suited for an image of the SSD/HDD (we recommend Acronis)
  • Works like a USB stick

Contra

  • Cable a little short!
  • Short cable

6. Icy Box IB-1824ML-C31

With the stylish USB 3.1 Type-C enclosure IB-1824ML-C31, you can quickly and easily take an M.2 NVMe SSD with you. It allows for fast access of up to 1 GB/s to SSDs with capacities of up to 2 TB. It is compatible with M.2 NVMe SSDs of lengths 30, 42, 60, and 80 mm. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • 10Gbit USB 3.1
  • Very stable
  • Everything included (cable, heat conducting plate and strips, sufficient screws and screwdrivers)

Contra

  • 1 cable missing
  • LED lighting more annoying than useful

7. Ugreen SATA SSD Enclosure

Use your 2.5" HDD or SSD with the UGREEN USB 3.0 enclosure. It includes a built-in USB 3.0 cable (0.5 m), ensuring you won't forget the cable or experience a shaky connection again. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Simple installation of the SSD
  • High-quality packaging

Contra

  • No USB-C
  • Fixed USB cable
  • Seems a bit cheap

8. Icy Box External 2.5-inch enclosure for SATA hard drives

The product is designed for 2.5-inch hard drives with a SATA connection. The hard drives or SSDs must not exceed a height of 9.5 mm. The IB-273StU3 can be connected to any computer with USB 2.0/1.1 using the included USB 3.0 cable, but in this case, it will achieve a correspondingly lower transfer rate. The operation is simple and intuitive, so no instruction manual is required. It is enough to connect the external hard drive enclosure to the PC via the USB port and slide a 2.5-inch drive into the slot – separate drivers do not need to be installed. The device offers Plug & Play as well as Hot Swap and supports 2.5-inch hard drives without capacity limitations. Hard drive activity is indicated by a blue LED ring. The package includes a USB 3.0 cable, a screwdriver, and a convenient carrying case. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Small, handy
  • USB 3.0
  • Small and handy

Contra

  • Included bag/cover is cheaply made and quickly becomes unsightly
  • Processing only because of plastic that metal looks noble
  • Very short USB cable

9. Icy Box Ib-233u3-B

The IB-233U3-B features an elegant black 2.5" casing, surrounded by a matching silicone cover. Its internal specifications are just as impressive as its exterior: USB 3.0 with UASP support enables lightning-fast data transfer and makes connecting a breeze.

External enclosure for 2.5" hard drives, including a silicone protective cover. USB 3.0 host connection up to 5 Gbit/s with UASP support. New chipset supports SATA III. Tool-free hard drive installation. LED indicators for power and hard drive activity. Hard drive height up to 9.5 mm, unlimited capacity. Compatible with Windows and Mac. Plug & Play and Hot Swap.
 

What our customers think

Pro

  • It works
  • Sufficiently long USB cable
  • Simple assembly

Contra

  • somewhat cheap-looking workmanship, but for the price...
  • Pure plastic
  • No "cloth bag" to go with it...

10. LC-Power M.2 Housing LC-M2-C NVME

High-quality external USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type C enclosure for M.2 SSDs with an aluminum casing for excellent heat dissipation. Stylish, modern design and USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type C connection for maximum data transfer speeds. 

What our customers think

Pro

  • Easy to assemble
  • Works well with WD Blue SN570 2 TB
  • incl. USB 2.0 / USB C adapter

Contra

  • NVMe gets boiling hot
  • Very small screws
  • SSD cannot be screwed on as described
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