Best selling External hard drives from WD
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best WD products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. WD Elements Portable
With a high capacity in a lightweight design, this external drive is the ideal companion for travelling. The USB 3.0 connection offers fast file exchange. Simply connect this external hard drive to any PC or Mac via a USB port to back up, archive and share large amounts of data.
When connected to a USB 3.0 port, the WD Elements lets you retrieve and store files at top speed. Transfer speeds up to 3 times faster than USB 2.0 are possible. USB 3.0 is backwards compatible, so you can use the hard drive even if you do not have a USB 3.0 port.
2. WD Elements Desktop
Reliable storage with enormous capacity for ultra-fast data transfers. When the internal hard drive reaches its capacity limits, the PC slows down. Don't delete files. Move files to the external desktop storage WD Elements. This frees up space on the built-in hard drive and gets your computer back up to speed.
3. WD My Passport
Those who are flexible get more out of life. Secure your valuable memories on the go with the My Passport mobile hard drive. This high-capacity storage medium offers a seamless USB connection, allowing easy access to your important files anytime and anywhere. Use the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software for reliable data backup, including ransomware protection. Never lose files again – with the My Passport mobile hard drive, you can safely store your memories and have them readily available at all times.
Sleek Design
Sleek and durable design that makes your life on the go effortless and comfortable. Thanks to its robust construction, the hard drive is a reliable companion for your adventures.
Large Capacity
With a storage capacity of up to 6 TB, you can take your photos, videos, music, and important documents with you anywhere, keeping everything securely under control.
Easy Backups. Including Ransomware Protection.
The included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software simplifies scheduling backups of your valuable files. Additionally, back up your important applications and protect your computer system from data loss due to ransomware attacks.
Protection for Important Data
Protect your files from unauthorized access at home or on the go. Use the included software for added security with password protection and integrated 256-bit AES encryption.
Designed with the Environment in Mind
The casing of this hard drive is made of over 50% recycled plastic. The packaging consists of over 50% recycled paper and is fully recyclable.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 2 TB
- Connection: Micro-B
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0
- Transfer Speed: Up to 5 Gb/s
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 107.19 mm x 74.93 mm x 13.46 mm.
4. WD My Book
Store large amounts of photos, videos, music, and documents on the My Book desktop storage. With multiple terabytes of storage capacity, the My Book drive is the ideal place for all your digital data. Set up automatic backups and determine how often and when your data is backed up. The My Book desktop drive comes with WD Backup software for Windows and is compatible with Apple Time Machine for Mac. With built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption and WD Security, you can set a custom password to protect your content. This ensures that your files are always confidential and secure. You can configure WD Security to automatically unlock the device on your computer, allowing you to quickly and easily access your data without having to enter the password each time.
5. WD My Passport Ultra
Withstands Every Adventure
The metal casing of the My Passport Ultra portable hard drive not only looks good but is also particularly robust. This makes it the ideal companion for on-the-go use. This USB-C-capable storage device with high capacity provides easy access to your important files—wherever you are. Use the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software for secure data backup, including ransomware protection. While traveling, password protection adds an extra layer of security.
Sleek Metal Design
Thanks to USB-C technology, the My Passport Ultra is a fast mobile storage solution for your PC. The included USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 adapter ensures compatibility with older devices.
Compatible with USB-C
The My Passport Ultra portable hard drive easily connects to USB-C-capable devices. The included USB-C to USB-A adapter provides additional compatibility with older devices, offering versatility and convenience in a compact format.
Large Capacity
With a storage capacity of up to 6 TB, you can take your photos, videos, music, and important documents with you anywhere, keeping everything securely in your control.
Easy Backups. Including Ransomware Protection.
The included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software simplifies the scheduling of backups for your valuable files. Additionally, back up your important applications and protect your computer system from data loss due to ransomware attacks.
Protection for Important Data
Protect your files from unauthorized access at home or on the go. Use the included software for added security with password protection and integrated 256-bit AES encryption.
Designed with the Environment in Mind
The casing of this hard drive is made of over 50% recycled plastic.
6. WD My Book Duo
A desktop RAID powerhouse that offers maximum storage capacity and performance. The My Book Duo is your reliable partner for storing and protecting your entire digital world on the desktop. With enormous storage capacity and the added performance of RAID 0, it archives photos, videos, music, documents and the computer system, protecting your precious memories and important projects. Use the included Acronis® True Image for Western Digital software for regular backups of this data, including ransomware protection. Password protection provides additional security when travelling.
Enormous capacity. With a storage capacity of up to 44 TB, you have enough space to back up all the data on your other devices. Archive your photo, video and music collections as well as important and historical documents securely in one reliable place.
More performance with RAID 0. Ready for use with maximum speed and capacity as standard thanks to RAID 0. With RAID 1 (redundant data mirroring) and JBOD (two independent drives), two further options are available to increase data security or utilise the available storage capacity. You can easily switch between the modes using the software supplied.
Simple archiving. Protection against ransomware. The included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software makes it easy to schedule backups of your valuable files. You can also back up your important applications and protect your entire computer system from data loss due to ransomware attacks.
Protection for important data. Keep your data private at home or at work. Use the included software for additional security thanks to password protection with integrated 256-bit AES encryption.
Hub ports for USB-C and USB 3.2 Gen 1. Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen...
7. WD My Passport Ultra for Mac
Thanks to USB-C technology, you can easily expand your storage capacity with the My Passport Ultra for Mac portable hard drive. Its modern metal design complements your PC aesthetically. With full compatibility with Windows 10, you get a straightforward plug-and-play storage solution with password protection and hardware encryption to secure your files.
8. WD Black P10 Game Drive
The WD_BLACK™ P10 Game Drive is the perfect accessory that allows you to use your console or PC more flexibly. This high-quality external hard drive offers storage capacities of up to 6 TB, specifically designed for gamers who want to expand the capabilities of their console or PC and store their game library in a portable format. With the WD_BLACK™ P10 Game Drive, you can enjoy gaming experiences without limits.
When expanding your game library, you need storage space for both new titles and your old favorites. The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive is available with up to 6 TB, accommodating up to 150 games. This means you won’t have to delete anything from your console or PC to make room for new games.
Start gaming wherever you are. With the extremely durable mobile WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive, you can take your game library with you anywhere. Just plug it in, log in, and launch any game from your collection.
The components of WD_BLACK drives are specifically designed to optimize the gaming experience across all types of games. With transfer rates of up to 130 MB/s and up to 6 TB of storage capacity, the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive enhances performance.
Gamers around the world trust WD_BLACK™ products with their precious virtual lives – for good reason. The concept behind WD_BLACK™ is simple: optimal features and performance for gaming. The WD_BLACK™ P10 Game Drive offers reliability, optimized transfer speeds, and significant storage expansion.
WD_BLACK sets the standard for premium storage expansion and performance. The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive, designed specifically for gamers, enhances your console...
9. WD My Passport USB-C
No matter where your creativity or adventures take you, the My Passport mobile hard drive is the perfect companion for travelling - and your USB-C devices. The storage is seamlessly compatible with Windows computers, Macs, Chromebooks, game consoles, smartphones and tablets via USB-C connection. Thanks to backup software and password protection, your files are safe.
Hassle-free connection
Connect the hard drive to USB-C and USB-A devices, including Windows computers, Macs, Chromebooks, gaming consoles, smartphones and tablets, without having to change cables.
Compatible with your devices
The My Passport mobile hard drive can be used directly with Windows computers, Macs, game consoles and mobile devices without the need to reformat or purchase additional software.
Enormous capacity for your content
Up to 6TB of storage for your important files, creative projects, school work, family photos, videos and favourite games in one central location.
Protection for important data
Use the included software to easily back up your valuable files and password protection with built-in 256-bit AES encryption.
Reliable guarantee
We manufacture our hard drives with proven components and offer a 3-year guarantee for absolute reliability.
Environmentally friendly design
The housing of this hard drive is made from more than 50% recycled plastic and the outer box is fully recyclable.
10. WD My Passport - for Mac
My Passport for Mac offers an ultra-fast USB 3.0 interface for incredibly high transfer rates. This slim, portable drive is perfect for users who want to take their creative life on the go. It is compatible with Apple Time Machine and provides password protection with hardware encryption to ensure the confidentiality of your data.
