Best selling Hard drive enclosures
Here's a ranking of the best products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Gembird Desktop USB Type-C M.2 SATA NVME
The Gembird DD-U3M2 is a powerful docking station for M.2 SATA and NVME SSD drives, offering an easy and efficient way to utilize external storage solutions. With a compact design and an elegant black finish, this SSD enclosure is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. The docking station supports a variety of M.2 storage drives and enables fast data transfer with a maximum rate of 10 Gbit/s via the USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C interface. Thanks to the hot-swapping feature, users can easily plug and unplug drives without needing to restart the computer. This docking station is ideal for anyone looking for a flexible and powerful solution for their storage needs.
- Supports M.2 SATA and NVME SSD drives
- Maximum data transfer rate of 10 Gbit/s
- Hot-swapping feature for easy drive changes
- Compact and elegant design in black.
2. Icy Box 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.
3. Satechi USB4 NVMe SSD Pro
The USB4 NVMe SSD Pro enclosure allows for quick and easy installation of your M.2 NVMe drive. It supports USB4/Thunderbolt 4 high-speed SSDs with an upstream port transfer speed of up to 40 Gbit/s. The enclosure is compatible with USB4, Thunderbolt 4, and Thunderbolt 3 interfaces and is backward compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 2 10 Gbps/Gen 1 5 Gbps as well as USB 2.0 480 Mbps, making it the perfect solution for seamless data transfer and backup. Please note that the actual transfer speed depends on the speed of your SSD. USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0 interfaces support up to 5 Gbit/s.
The distinctive and robust design allows for better heat dissipation to prevent overheating of your devices and ensures that your host device operates smoothly and at maximum performance. With the included polycarbonate enclosure, which facilitates better heat dissipation, you can be confident that your host device and the SSD enclosure remain within standard operating temperatures during file transfers.
The enclosure features a pin design for a tool-free installation process that simplifies the installation and mounting of your SSD. It is an easy-to-use plug-and-play design that requires no additional drivers or installations. No screwdriver is needed. 100% tool-free, installing a drive has never been easier.
4. OWC Express 1M2
The Ultimate Creativity Tool
Achieve ultimate creative performance by building the portable drive of your dreams or opting for an OWC Aura SSD with advanced technology and OWC Express 1M2. Whether you're reusing a drive, starting fresh with a new one, or seeking the convenience of an out-of-the-box solution, the Express 1M2 will equip your workflow with top performance and reliability.
As Fast as Your Computer or Device
The Express 1M2 is the fastest portable SSD we offer, specifically designed to maximize the performance capabilities of today's and future USB4-equipped Macs and PCs. Experience astonishing speeds of up to 3151 MB/s when using the Express 1M2 with most Macs and PCs from 2020 and newer. Additionally, enjoy highly effective performance (yes, you can easily edit 4K videos) and flexible compatibility with millions of Thunderbolt and USB-C machines and devices from the past.
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5. Ugreen SSD Enclosure
The M.2 USB-C enclosure is designed to accommodate an NVMe PCIe SSD with M-Key or M+B-Key and transforms it into a portable external USB-C 3.1 drive for maximum utilization. It supports sizes 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 and offers UASP support.
6. Goobay USB 3.0 hard drive adapter for IDE and SATA
Goobay USB 3.0 Hard Drive Adapter
The Goobay USB 3.0 hard drive adapter allows for quick and easy access to 2.5" or 3.5" SATA hard drives and SSDs. With USB 3.0 support, it offers a data transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s, making it ideal for data backup, recovery, or direct access to external storage. The adapter is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux and requires no additional software installation (Plug-and-Play). An integrated power supply ensures power for larger hard drives. Compact and lightweight, it is perfect for mobile use and flexible applications. Ideal for tech enthusiasts and professionals who need fast access to external storage solutions.
Details
Compact adapter for connecting up to three IDE, EIDE, or SATA hard drives simultaneously to a PC – easily via USB. Internal hard drives can be connected effortlessly via USB-A to host devices without installation in a desktop PC or hard drive enclosure. The SATA-USB adapter is perfect for data backup, data recovery, or testing hard drives and drives. Connected SSDs achieve a data transfer rate of up to 248.5 Mbit/s with the adapter. Integrated status LEDs indicate power supply and data activity for the respective ports. Includes USB 3.0 cable Type A to Type B for a data rate of up to 5 Gbit/s, backward compatible with USB 2.0. Includes a 12V power supply for external power and a Molex cable for connecting IDE/SATA drives (2.5 inches and 3.5 inches).
7. Ugreen SATA SSD Enclosure
Use your 2.5" HDD or SSD with the UGREEN USB 3.0 enclosure. Includes a built-in USB 3.0 cable (0.5 m), so you'll never forget the cable or have a shaky connection again.
8. Ugreen HDD Hard disk drive
Continue to use internal hard drives with this external enclosure. The USB 3.0 hard drive enclosure is perfect for utilizing your old 3.5-inch hard drives and SSDs as an external USB drive.
9. Ugreen USB-C 3.1 to 2.5" SATA Hard Drive Enclosure (6Gbps)
Ugreen USB C 2.5" SATA III External Hard Drive Enclosure
The USB-C hard drive enclosure is perfect for using your old 2.5" HDD and SSD as an external USB drive. It offers you greater convenience and versatility in digital data storage.
Features:
- USB C 3.1 Gen 2 connection
- Fast transfer and easy connection
- Accelerated UASP: The UASP protocol provides up to 70% faster performance than traditional USB 3.0
- With a maximum speed of 6 Gb/s, you can transfer a 1 GB file in just 3 seconds
- Note: For UASP, ensure that the device, operating system, and controller have UASP functionality enabled.
- Plug and Play, no driver required
- Cable: 1 x 50 cm USB C to USB-A 3.0
- Internal interface: SATA / 6 Gb/s UASP Super Speed
- Enclosure material: Plastic
- Supported hard drive capacity: 10 TB
- Automatic sleep mode after 3 minutes of inactivity
- Easy installation, tool-free
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 28.5 x 82 x 14 mm.
10. Icy Box IB-525-U3
The IB-525-U3 is an external enclosure for 5.25" SATA drives or hard drive exchange frames. Whether you want to use a DVD, Blu-ray, or an old CD drive, these devices will find a new home in this simple black aluminum case. Internal hard drive exchange frames can also be used externally now. With USB 3.2 Gen 1, a data transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s is available, which can be connected to the host computer via a USB Type-C or Type-A connection.
For standard DVD or Blu-ray drives
Do you still have a drive left over from an old desktop PC? Or a standard DVD or Blu-ray drive? That's great because you can now easily use them externally by inserting the drive into the IB-525-U3. The ICY BOX enclosure is suitable for all 5.25" SATA drives.
Flexible use
Not only standard DVD or Blu-ray drives can now be used externally with the IB-525-U3, but the functional enclosure can also accommodate exchange frames in the 5.25" format. This way, some hardware can be brought back to life.
High-quality aluminum
The enclosure is made of high-quality aluminum, making it robust and particularly durable. The simple black design integrates well into the IT peripherals of most workplaces.
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