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Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$89 to $164 at 9 stores $106.99 - Dell Home $96.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $89.00 - Abt Electronics Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (1TB, blue)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

WD My Passport Portable (2TB, USB 3.0, Black, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$149 to $256 at 13 stores $149.99 - Amazon.com $179.99 - Dell Home $180.00 - Server Supply.com Inc Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (2TB, USB 3.0, Black, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 2 TB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$69 to $167 at 9 stores $69.99 - Amazon.com $95.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $69.00 - Abt Electronics Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (500GB, blue)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 500 GB, External hard drive

Reviewed on July 3, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$179 to $371 at 12 stores $179.99 - Amazon.com $179.99 - TigerDirect.com $203.99 - Other World Computing Check prices

Buffalo MiniStation Thunderbolt (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Versatile, good-looking, and fast enough for most applications, the Buffalo MiniStation Thunderbolt HD-PATU3 makes an excellent buy for those looking for a portable Thunderbolt storage device. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

WD My Passport Portable (500GB, USB 3.0, black, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$59 to $179 at 8 stores $59.99 - Amazon.com $69.99 - Dell Home $89.99 - RadioShack.com Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (500GB, USB 3.0, black, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 500 GB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, silver, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$86 to $112 at 10 stores $88.34 - Amazon.com $99.99 - Dell Home $109.00 - Buydig.com Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, silver, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

Reviewed on October 17, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$85 to $190 at 3 stores $85.82 - Amazon.com $99.99 - RadioShack.com $190.25 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Toshiba Canvio Desk (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Toshiba Canvio Desk is a frills-free, solid performer for desktop users looking for a backup drive or to expand their storage space. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, 32 MB, 14 ms, 5700 rpm

Reviewed on September 25, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$200 to $240 at 4 stores $200.00 - Amazon.com $240.00 - Abt Electronics $219.00 - J&R Music and Computer World Check prices

LaCie Rugged USB 3.0 Thunderbolt (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Fast, flexible, rugged, and affordable, the LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt is one of the best high-end portable drives on the market. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, 5400 rpm

Reviewed on September 19, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$69 to $199 at 11 stores $69.99 - Amazon.com $105.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $98.99 - Kmart.com Check prices

WD My Passport Edge

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Thanks to its compact physical size and bundled software, the WD My Passport Edge is a very good companion for mobile users. Read review

Specs: 500 GB, External hard drive

Reviewed on October 17, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$116 to $200 at 9 stores $119.27 - Amazon.com $145.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $125.99 - Toshiba Check prices

Toshiba Canvio Desk (3TB)

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Toshiba Canvio Desk is a frills-free, solid performer for desktop users looking for a backup drive or to expand their storage space. Read review

Specs: 3 TB, External hard drive, 32 MB, 14 ms, 5700 rpm

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, black, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$75 to $200 at 11 stores $75.98 - Amazon.com $89.99 - Dell Home $109.99 - RadioShack.com Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, black, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0

Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Ultra-portable (1.5TB, USB 3.0, 22mm)

Reviewed on September 28, 2010 Check prices
Product overview

$145 to $242 at 2 stores $145.89 - Amazon.com $242.74 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Ultra-portable (1.5TB, USB 3.0, 22mm)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 12 reviews

The Bottom Line: Even with the slightly low USB 3.0 performance, the GoFlex Ultra still makes an excellent portable external hard drive for people who need to expand their computer's storage. Read review

Specs: 1.5 TB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$87 to $132 at 6 stores $132.16 - Amazon.com $109.99 - Dell Home $95.00 - Server Supply.com Inc Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (1TB, black)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, red, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$89 at 1 store $89.99 - Amazon.com Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, red, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

Reviewed on April 5, 2011 Check prices
Product overview

$69 to $191 at 3 stores $69.99 - Amazon.com $74.00 - Buydig.com $191.82 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Seagate GoFlex Slim (500GB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: With an ultrathin, sturdy design and fast performance, the Seagate GoFlex Slim external hard drive makes a great companion for a laptop that has built-in support for USB 3.0. Read review

Specs: 500 GB, External hard drive, 5400 rpm

Seagate Expansion External Hard Drive (1TB)

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$80 to $240 at 3 stores $80.00 - Amazon.com $240.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $196.15 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Seagate Expansion External Hard Drive (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 14 reviews

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, Hi-Speed USB, 3.5", 7200 rpm

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$89 to $213 at 10 stores $89.99 - Amazon.com $109.99 - Dell Home $95.00 - Server Supply.com Inc Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (1TB, silver)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$89 to $170 at 11 stores $89.99 - Amazon.com $104.99 - Dell Home $110.00 - Server Supply.com Inc Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (1TB, red)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

Reviewed on April 9, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$419 to $454 at 5 stores $419.97 - Amazon.com $450.41 - TigerDirect.com $454.97 - Datavision Computer Video Check prices

IoSafe Solo G3 (3 TB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The ioSafe Solo G3 makes an excellent backup solution for those who need to make sure their important data survives even the worst disasters. Read review

Specs: 3 TB, External hard drive

LaCie Rugged USB 3.0 Thunderbolt (120GB, SSD)

Reviewed on September 25, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$180 to $199 at 5 stores $180.78 - Amazon.com $199.99 - Datavision Computer Video $199.99 - Costcentral.com Check prices

LaCie Rugged USB 3.0 Thunderbolt (120GB, SSD)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Fast, flexible, rugged, and affordable, the LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt is one of the best high-end portable drives on the market. Read review

Specs: 120 GB, External hard drive

Reviewed on October 17, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$97 to $197 at 12 stores $102.81 - Amazon.com $113.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $97.99 - Toshiba Check prices

Toshiba Canvio Desk (2TB)

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Toshiba Canvio Desk is a frills-free, solid performer for desktop users looking for a backup drive or to expand their storage space. Read review

Specs: 2 TB, External hard drive, 32 MB, 14 ms, 5700 rpm

Reviewed on March 28, 2013 Check prices
Product overview

$103 to $109 at 2 stores $109.00 - Amazon.com $103.99 - TheNerds.net Check prices

Silicon Power Armor A15 (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Fast and affordable, the shockproof Silicon Power Armor A15 is an excellent buy for mobile users, especially those working in rough environments. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, 2.5"

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Product overview

$187 to $362 at 12 stores $199.99 - Dell Small Business $187.74 - Amazon.com $220.99 - Kmart.com Check prices

WD My Book (4TB)

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: 4 TB, External hard drive

Reviewed on May 5, 2010 Check prices
Product overview

$126 to $246 at 2 stores $126.66 - Amazon.com $246.92 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Pro (500GB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 24 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though other external hard drives offer a preset menu of ports, the Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex cuts costs by letting you pick from a buffet of "personality cables" so that you buy only the connections that suit your system profile. We applaud Seagate for making data backups easier than ever, and recommend the FreeAgent GoFlex external hard drive for extra data storage now and easy upgrades in the future. Read review

Specs: 500 GB, External hard drive, USB 2.0, 3.5", 7200 rpm