Top-rated products in the Optical disc drive category
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. HP External USB DVD-RW drive
The HP external USB DVD drive is compact, stylish, and fast. It offers comfortable, portable memory that is Windows-compatible, featuring a USB interface and double-layer burning function.
2. ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U Lite
The elegant DVD burner SDRW-08D2S-U from ASUS achieves up to 8x burning speed for DVDs and up to 24x speed for CDs. It is designed for both horizontal and vertical operation and supports not only standard 12 cm but also 8 cm CDs and DVDs. The burner is equipped with Asus E-Green technology. The E-Green mode is activated when the burner remains in idle state for more than two minutes. Unused applications are closed to save energy. Additionally, detailed information about the energy saved is displayed.
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 that 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's 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 prevent 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 to zero in the operating system when the drive is not in use.
Note: The software player for playing DVD/Blu-ray movies is not included.
Optical disc drive
EUR105,71
Verbatim Slimline
Blu-ray burner, Blu-ray drive, CD burner, CD drive, DVD writer, DVD drive
4. 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.
5. 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 the bulky USB-A ports with slimmer 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 addition to your notebook, ultrabook, netbook, or even PC. It allows you to install your 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 casing
- Stores 8.5 GB on a DL-DVD and up to 4.7 GB on a standard DVD
- Powered via the USB port - no bulky adapter required
- Includes Nero Burn & Archive software
- Fully compliant with MDISC archiving technology
The Nero Burn & Archive software is only compatible with Windows operating systems.
6. ASUS Bw-16d1ht/G
The Blu-ray burner Asus BW-16D1HT Silent convinces with its elegant design in glossy black and its high-quality workmanship. The BW-16D1HT combines modern technologies such as BD-R XL support up to 128 GB, M-DISC and Magic Cinema technology as well as Blu-ray 3D support in a very attractive housing. The Optimal Tuning Strategy (OTS) adjusts the laser optimally to the corresponding medium and thus achieves best results for highest burning quality and reliability. In addition, the "E-Green" function ensures that the drive switches to an energy-saving standby mode after approx. 2 minutes without access.
7. ASUS Drw-24d5mt
ASUS DRW-24D5MT
Extreme 24X DVD writing speed with M-Disc support
* 24x DVD writing speed
* 1,000-year storage solution thanks to M-Disc support
* E-Green technology for up to 50% reduced power consumption
* Backup data from Android devices
* ASUS Webstorage (unlimited online storage for 6 months)
* Disc Encryption II - double protection with password control and hiding file names
The ASUS DRW-24D5MT is a 24X DVD burner with low power consumption, providing the necessary flexibility and efficiency for backing up multimedia data, and is suitable as a comprehensive backup solution thanks to M-Disc support.
Energy-saving drive
The E-Green technology can automatically close drive applications when not in use, reducing power consumption by up to 50%.
Complete backup for Android devices
With the free app, users can easily back up their important data online, to an SD card, or to a PC.
Storage solution for up to 1,000 years
Personal memories and other data can be securely stored for up to 1,000 years thanks to M-Disc support.
Double security on the go
Password-protected access and functionality for folders with hidden files.
8. LG Gp57eb40
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 etch your data onto a disc. The M-DISC has been tested and proven to be an above-average DVD on the market.
Silent Play
The Silent Play technology helps reduce disruptions during playback by recognizing various multimedia media and automatically adjusting the playback speed to meet optimal performance criteria.
Super Multi Compatibility
Hitachi-LG Super Multi compatible optical drives can read and write various types of disc formats in a convenient package: 1. DVD+R 2. RW DVD-RAM 3. RW DVD-R. This allows you 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 and Mac OS.
8x Writing Speed
Burn more discs in less time with 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.
9. Verbatim External slimline CD-DVD burner
More and more notebook manufacturers are eliminating optical drives from their devices to make them even thinner. However, CDs and DVDs remain among the most commonly used media types. Verbatim offers the 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 external Slimline CD/DVD burner from Verbatim is powered via USB, so there’s no need for a bulky adapter. The drive is barely larger than a DVD and easily fits in your bag, making it convenient to take anywhere.
10. Dell Dw316
With the growing trend towards slimmer, lighter notebooks and ultrabooks, many of these devices no longer include optical drives. It's no surprise that many users miss the ability to play or burn CDs and DVDs. This DVD burner brings that capability back and is compact enough to easily fit in your laptop bag. It connects and is powered through the same USB cable, so you won't need an additional AC adapter. It reads, writes, and rewrites CDs and DVDs. Compatible with all notebooks. Connection and power supply via USB. Includes a 60 cm USB cable.
