Best selling External hard drives

Here’s a ranking of the best selling External hard drives. To give you a quick overview, we’ve added the most important information about each product. This page always stays fresh and updates automatically.

1. WD Elements Portable

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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 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. 

4. LaCie Mobile Drive

The LaCie Mobile Drive combines portability and capacity. The drive features an elegant design by Neil Poulton and is made from recycled materials. It offers plug-and-play compatibility with PC, Mac, and iPads with USB-C ports. Backups can be created with just one click or automatically, and the 2 TB to 5 TB of storage provides ample space for countless photos, playlists, documents, and more.

Secure files with a single click or schedule automatic backups. The hard drive casing 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 the Rescue data recovery service for 3 years. 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 130 MB/s for file transfers, backups, and browsing images.

Included in the box:
USB-C cable
Quick start guide
LaCie toolkit: backup and mirroring software
Rescue Data Recovery Services for data recovery. 

5. 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. 

6. Toshiba Canvio Basics

High-capacity storage in a practical, compact, matte black casing. 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. 

7. 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. 

8. WD My Passport Ultra

Withstands Every Adventure
The metal casing of the My Passport Ultra portable 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 ensures additional security during your travels.

Sleek Metal Design
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.

Compatible with USB-C
The My Passport Ultra portable hard drive easily connects to USB-C-capable devices. The included USB-C to USB-A adapter provides additional compatibility with older devices, offering versatility and convenience in a compact format.

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 under control.

Easy Backups. Including 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 software for added security with password protection and integrated 256-bit AES encryption.

Environmentally Designed
The casing of this hard drive is made of over 50% recycled plastic. 

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. 

10. WD My Passport

Those who are flexible get more out of life. Secure your valuable memories on the go with the My Passport mobile hard drive. This high-capacity storage medium offers a seamless USB connection and allows easy access to your important files anytime and 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 safely store your memories and have them readily available at all times.

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. Including 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 software for added security with password protection and integrated 256-bit AES encryption.

Designed for the Environment
The casing of this hard drive is made of over 50% recycled plastic. The packaging is made of over 50% recycled paper and is fully recyclable.

Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 2 TB
- Connection: Micro-B
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0
- Transfer Speed: Up to 5 Gb/s
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 107.19 mm x 74.93 mm x 13.46 mm. 

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