20 of the best external hard drives

The unusual shape
Country: USA
Average price: 9120 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.9

The best external SSD
Country: South Korea
Average price: 7490 RUB.
Rating (2021): 5.0

The cheapest and easiest
Country: USA
Average price: 2997 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.6

The most practical case
Country: Japan
Average price: 3100 RUB
Rating (2021): 4.6

Another representative of the budget segment of the rating, but from the Japanese. In addition to the standard set of characteristics the device has a stylish and modern design. Housing with rounded corners is durable, despite the matte plastic. The plant make it especially rough, so during transport it wouldn't slip out of your hands or slipping on the table.

In operation, the disk works on the system "install and use", which means no requirements for drivers and other data. Despite the connection interface USB 3.0 by default, external drive support and the channel of the last generation, but the data transfer speed in this case will fall. One of the positive features of the model the buyers reviews say the practicality and the ergonomics of the housing and rugged cable for the connection.

Tiny by modern standards disk dimensions bypassing even than the Magic Mouse. The data transfer rate on USB Type-C varies 455/510 MB/sec.

But it really is not very good, so is the native cable. The drive itself is very small and lightweight, and the cable is so stiff and thick that the disk you have to stand sideways, but not to lie on the table. The problem can be solved by ordering a new cable, but to find a more convenient alternative is very difficult. Incidentally, in the scope of delivery includes 2 cable adapter: USB Type-C to USB 3,1 Type A Male and USB Type-C to USB Type-C. as for appearance, there is nothing interesting – a classic black case with inscriptions and a rounded shape for carrying in pocket are already commonplace.

3 LACIE STFD1000400

Open category, the most advanced Winchester. First and foremost, attention is drawn to the appearance of the device. No wonder on the top edge bears the inscription Porsche Design. Housing minimalist, and metallic. There were no pictures or textured surfaces – everywhere flat, soft to the touch and great looking aluminum. Pleased with the thickness of only 10 mm, even hard drives 500 GB thicker. It also advantages include the use of USB Type-C is a perspective of the connector, which is now used in smartphones and laptops, and in much other equipment. In short, the use of this connector allows you to carry only one cable, which is suitable for charging devices and for connecting an external hard drive.

Inside, everything is much easier. Use a normal 2,5’ a disk of 1 TB. The speed of writing and reading nearly the same at 118-122 MB/sec. According to users, this is enough to mount a 4K video directly on the hard drive.

The lack of a model one – the cost. For beautiful design and a modern port, the buyer will have to pay about a thousand rubles.

Advantages:

• Lovely design
• USB Type-C
• A decent speed reading and writing

Disadvantages:

• The high cost

2 ADATA DASHDRIVE DURABLE HD650 1TB

Second place category of the rating took ADATA DashDrive Durable HD650 1TB. From his apparent trump buyers allocate a stylish and modern design. Especially it is recommended to use youth as a bright primary colour (red or blue) is combined with a disguised carbon insert in the middle. Appearance successfully combines both decorative and practical functions for the protection of the vital modules from damage.

The device is quickly detected by the computer and the large capacity memory means to store a plurality of files.

Thanks to the reliability of the important information will always be safe and sound. From several options of colors you can choose one that will suit the taste. Men will appreciate black color, but women will love this elegant and glamorous performance in pink color. The small size allow easily carry the hard disk in your pocket or purse.

Of the main disadvantages, according to the real buyers, can distinguish not long enough USB cable and the weak connector on the drive itself, which eventually loosened, which may lead to breakage of the contact.

1 WESTERN DIGITAL MY PASSPORT 1 TB (WDBBEX0010B)

Western Digital is one of the most famous and respected firms in the field of information storage. Consider a model with a capacity of 1 TB is sold in a huge number stores, and that means you will almost certainly find it at the nearest electronics store. The design is typical of the series “My Passport” – a body entirely made of glossy plastic, but textured is divided into two parts: smooth and corrugated. Plastic, unfortunately, soiled, poorly resists scratches. But the colors a lot – there are classic (black, white), and bright (yellow, blue, red, etc.) colors. Located at the bottom of the rubber feet that prevents slipping on the table. Mass is small – only 170 grams. Ports are all traditional – one USB 3.0 connector.

Inside, like most other parties, nothing remarkable. Used HDD 1 TB rotational speed 5400 rpm Average speed read/write at the level of the competitors – 110-120 MB/sec. Note that WD is a specialized software that allows you easily to make a backup on an external hard drive, test the disk to protect data with password, etc.

• High reliability
• Useful proprietary software
• Good rates of speed

BEST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES 2 TB

2 TB is quite an impressive amount. He still presents both types of drives, but the HDD is already beginning to outweigh. This volume is good for storage of movies in 4K format, which usually takes 30-70 GB. Thus, they are ideal for those buyers who wish to acquire their own large warehouse. As for the SSD, because of its novelty and volume of their buying is not profitable.

5 PORTABLE SSD SANDISK EXTREME SSD 2 TB

Remember, we in our ranking were considered Portable SSD SanDisk Extreme SSD 500GB? So, this is the only 2 TB. It costs 300 rubles cheaper South Korean counterpart, but the speed of reading his higher – 550 MB/s vs 540. Interesting is the fact that no reviews, no customer reviews it is not only due to low demand as such money you can buy a full laptop with SSD and headphones.

Overall, this disc inherits all features of its "older" brother's 500 GB. His body is still resistant to damage, he can play the role of a keychain.

4 SSD SAMSUNG PORTABLE SSD T5 2 TB

The best quality SSDS on the market and at the same time very expensive. This is due to the difficulty of placing a sufficient number of chips on a small area of the Board. Attempt by Samsung engineers to create a top drive to succeed, and he works at the stated speed, steadily squeezing 593 MB/sec. By the way when "gentle" mode at speeds from 120 to 300 MB/sec it is almost not heated and can serve as a store for games. At maximum loads, heat begins to be felt.

3 TRANSCEND TS2TSJ25M3

Some use external hard drives how big is the storage, but significantly more people regularly transporterowych them. It is important for them to keep data safe. Yes, information can be encrypted, but the encryption will not save the hard drive from the banal falling or drowning. But a secure enclosure as the bronze medalist of rating – save. It meets the requirements of military standard MIL-STD-810F 516.5, which means you will survive drops, shocks and immersion under water. But the connectors are not covered with plugs. And users complain that over time they get loose, causing contact to be lost.

Speed work is also frustrating. The average read speed of about 32MB/s, which is a bit strange, given the presence of USB 3.0 interface. Power is supplied through two USB ports for greater stability. I only wish the cost of the highest in the top three.

Advantages:

• Security at military standard
• Powered by two USB

Disadvantages:

• Razbaltyvaniya connector
• Low speed
• The highest cost

2 SEAGATE STDR2000200

3 top product from not the Lacie. It costs much more expensive competitors due to the reliability and application of advanced technologies. Massive at first glance, the body is made of aluminum encased in a rubber shell, absorbing part of the impact. There is a protection of IP54, which prohibits "bathe" the disk in water, but splashes and rain (if you under it gets) makes a save.

It is also manifested in the interfaces and issued them speed. The connection uses USB Type-C and Thunderbolt. Different testers testimony writing and reading varied from a modest 50 MB/sec to unattainable for most competitors 250 MB/sec. For reviews buyers drive well protected, fast and has the two relevant interfaces. What are the cons? Yes, almost anything. The impression overshadows a very high price.

2 HDD SEAGATE BACKUP PLUS PORTABLE DRIVE 4 TB

The external hard drive from Seagate is a strong middling. The chassis is minimalistic – just a small block of frosted plastic with small inserts of gloss. Practical and looks good. Speed slightly lower than that of the leader, but also worthy. The average write speed around 85 MB/s. USB 3.0 Interface. And would not start Winchester through the old USB 2.0. Claims for vibration, noise or high temperatures none – all indicators within a reasonable. But reliability is mediocre. Quite often come across models with marriage, and therefore be prepared for the fact that you have to go to the service center.

Advantages:

• Lowest cost
• Practical case
• Good performance speed
• Minimal vibration, noise and heat

Disadvantages:

• Come across defective hard disks

1 WESTERN DIGITAL MY PASSPORT 4 TB (WDBUAX0040B)

Again the first line of the rating is screw WD. This model is a copy of the leader of the previous category. The case is the same, including dimensions. Accordingly, the problems have remained the same scratched. But inside was a hard drive capacity of 4 TB. The write speed is slightly higher, at around 115 MB/s, USB 3.0. The heat is moderate. The only drawback identified by the buyers – vibration. Because of the little feet she is transferred to the table, which is not very nice. But with no reliability problems – after all, Western Digital is deservedly considered to be leaders.

On the disc are pre-installed some useful utilities. WD Backup allows you to configure automatic backups of important files to an external hard drive. WD Security – protects your data from unauthorized access with a password. You can also specify your details below, in case of loss of the disc, the finder was able to find you.

Advantages:

• High speed
• Best reliability
• Useful proprietary utilities

Disadvantages:

• Glossy scratches

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