
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.
Pro
- Adapter for USB-A
- Small and handy. No need for an external power supply unit
- USB A adapter included
Contra
- 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.
Pro
- Small and compact
- 2 USB cables included in the scope of delivery (USB A and USB C)
- Very quiet
Contra
- somewhat loud
- Short connection cable

ASUS ZenDrive U9M
CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer
3. 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.
Pro
- Small and handy
- Cable (USB) incl. adapter (USB-C) included
- Good and compact
Contra
- Can be a little noisy
- does not play Blu-Rays (without special software)
- USB cable too short

Verbatim Slimline
Blu-ray burner, Blu-ray drive, CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer
4. Verbatim Simline CD / DVD ReWriter USB-C
External Slimline CD/DVD burner with USB-C connection. More and more notebook manufacturers are eliminating optical drives from their devices to make them even thinner. Often, these notebooks 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 complement to your notebook, ultrabook, netbook, or even PC. It allows you to install 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 notebook or ultrabook
- Extremely slim (only 11 mm thick) brushed metal housing
- 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 needed
- Includes Nero Burn & Archive software
- Fully compliant with MDISC archiving technology
The Nero Burn & Archive software is only compatible with Windows operating systems.
Pro
- USB-C connection on the burner to USB3/USB-C connection for the PC
- works perfectly via USB A/C
- Super small
Contra
- Nero Software
- Does not work directly on Mac

5. 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.
Pro
- tested on PC and Mac usb-A, usb-C, Thunderbolt 3
- slim and compact
- works on the Mac
Contra
- housing is unstable "cheap plastic"
- CD Software link to the manufacturer leads nowhere!
- Somewhat thin housing

ASUS SBW-06D5H-U BLACK USB3.1
Blu-ray burner, Blu-ray drive, CD burner, CD drive, DVD drive, DVD writer
6. 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.
Pro
- Practical because small
- Small and handy
- Fast burning
Contra
- Very loud
- No usb-c connector
- no BluRay

7. 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.
Pro
- Rapid installation
- Works perfectly
- Works reliably
Contra
- Still no USB C port
- Short cable

8. 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 write 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
- Write speed of up to 24x for CDs and 8x for DVDs
- Compact and portable design for on-the-go use
- Robust construction with protection against dust and moisture.

9. LG H.L Data Storage Ultra Slim portable DVD burner GP60NS60 Interface USB 2.0, DVD±R
TV Connection Option
Enjoy your media on your TVs, digital photo frames, and PCs by simply connecting your drive via a USB cable.
Superior Data Protection with M-DISC Support
The M-DISC uses a patented stone-like recording surface instead of organic dye to engrave your data onto a disc. The M-DISC has been tested and proven to be above average compared to other DVDs on the market.
Silent Play
The Silent Play technology helps reduce disruptions during playback by recognizing different multimedia formats and automatically adjusting the playback speed for optimal performance.
Super Multi Compatibility
Hitachi-LG Super Multi Compatible optical drives can read and write various types of disc formats in one convenient package: 1. DVD+R 2. RW DVD-RAM 3. RW DVD-R
This gives you the option to choose the most suitable medium for each task.
Compatible with Windows 10 & Mac OS
Enjoy complete freedom of use with compatible support for Windows 10 & Mac OS.
8x Writing Speed
Burn more discs in less time with an 8x DVD-Max writing speed.
Style Evolution from Slimmer to Slimmest
The overall slim design of just 0.55 inches in height optimizes space for the slim OPU installation. It allows for an elegant and sleek companion to thin ultrabooks, enhancing portability.
Extreme Portability from Lighter to Lightest
Weighing only 200 grams due to mechanical design, it serves as a convenient companion for ultra-thin notebooks.
Pro
- Everything is fine. I hope it lasts a long time!

LG H.L Data Storage Ultra Slim portable DVD burner GP60NS60 Interface USB 2.0, DVD±R
DVD drive
10. 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.
Pro
- With 3 software
- Works immediately
