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Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$69 to $207 at 9 stores $106.99 - Dell Home $100.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $89.95 - Adorama 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 $172.00 - 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

$59 to $168 at 10 stores $59.99 - Amazon.com $100.00 - 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

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

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$79 to $112 at 10 stores $80.54 - Amazon.com $99.99 - Dell Home $89.00 - Adorama 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

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

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$64 to $193 at 12 stores $69.19 - 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

Reviewed on July 3, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$197 to $358 at 12 stores $197.99 - Amazon.com $199.99 - TigerDirect.com $197.99 - eBay 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

Reviewed on September 25, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$198 to $240 at 6 stores $198.88 - Amazon.com $240.00 - Abt Electronics $199.99 - Datavision Computer Video 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 October 17, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$84 to $190 at 3 stores $84.81 - 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

Seagate Expansion Portable Drive (1TB, USB 3.0)

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$69 to $198 at 13 stores $189.95 - Amazon.com $69.99 - Dell Home $90.00 - Server Supply.com Inc Check prices

Seagate Expansion Portable Drive (1TB, USB 3.0)

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

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, 2.5"

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$75 to $212 at 11 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

$69 to $211 at 12 stores $79.99 - Amazon.com $104.99 - Dell Home $105.00 - 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 5, 2011 Check prices
Product overview

$64 to $201 at 3 stores $64.99 - Amazon.com $69.00 - Buydig.com $201.53 - 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

Reviewed on September 19, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$54 to $205 at 12 stores $63.24 - Amazon.com $105.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $99.79 - 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

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

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$79 to $203 at 10 stores $79.47 - Amazon.com $99.99 - Dell Home $89.95 - Adorama 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

Reviewed on October 17, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$89 to $186 at 8 stores $93.97 - Amazon.com $105.00 - 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

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

Reviewed on September 28, 2010 Check prices
Product overview

$159 to $217 at 2 stores $159.99 - Amazon.com $217.44 - 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 October 17, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$117 to $256 at 10 stores $119.99 - Amazon.com $135.00 - 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

Seagate Expansion External Hard Drive (1TB)

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$99 to $196 at 2 stores $99.99 - Amazon.com $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 February 14, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$79 to $211 at 4 stores $88.30 - Amazon.com $106.99 - TheNerds.net $79.99 - NCIXUS Check prices

Silicon Power Armor A80 (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 1.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Silicon Power Armor A80 makes an excellent portable drive for travelers and home offices alike. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0, 2.5"

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$89 to $109 at 8 stores $107.97 - 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

Reviewed on April 9, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$423 to $450 at 6 stores $424.99 - Amazon.com $450.41 - TigerDirect.com $439.99 - Sears 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

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

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$79 to $111 at 6 stores $86.91 - Amazon.com $79.99 - J&R Music and Computer World $111.49 - Sears 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

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Product overview

$69 to $200 at 12 stores $69.00 - Amazon.com $105.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $129.99 - Toshiba Check prices

Toshiba Canvio 3.0 (1TB, Black)

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

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0, 8 MB, 12 ms, 5400 rpm

Reviewed on March 28, 2013 Check prices
Product overview

$86 to $103 at 2 stores $86.99 - 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"