Best 500GB External Hard Drive Deals

Portable SSDs in this size are useful if you regularly move large files between computers or need a fast, compact backup option that fits in a pocket. Buy Now at Amazon

Portable SSDs in this size class typically run $80 to $100, so $76 puts this SSK 500GB option a bit below the middle of that range, at $14 off the $90 list price. The USB-C connection and compact form factor make it a straightforward choice if you need fast, pocketable storage for transferring files between devices or backing up on the go. Buy Now at Amazon

Portable SSDs are useful for anyone moving large files between devices or backing up data without relying on cloud storage, and at $76, this 512GB USB-C drive is $14 below its list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Rugged and water-resistant, the SD810 is a solid pick for anyone who needs reliable portable storage that can handle outdoor conditions or a rough commute without babying it. Buy Now at Amazon

Compact and bus-powered over USB, this drive suits anyone who needs extra storage on the go without carrying around a bulky external hard drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and fast storage you can pocket, this is a solid pick for anyone who moves large files between machines or needs a reliable backup drive that won't take up space in a bag. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shuttling large video files or backups between machines will appreciate how much faster this SSD moves data compared to a standard external hard drive, and its compact size makes it easy to toss in a bag. Newegg has it in stock for those who want extra storage without waiting around for transfers to finish. Buy Now at Newegg

Fits nicely in a pocket or bag for anyone who moves large files between a laptop and desktop regularly, and the rugged build handles drops and bumps better than a typical external drive. Newegg has the 500GB version at a price worth checking before you settle for a slower flash drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone who shoots video or moves large files regularly will notice the difference here, since a titanium-reinforced casing means you can toss this in a bag without babying it. Buy Now at Newegg

Portable SSDs like this are useful when you regularly move large files between computers or want a fast backup drive you can toss in a bag, and at $166 this is $70 off the $236 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered, this drive works well for anyone who needs portable storage they can toss in a bag without carrying cables or adapters, and USB 3.2 speeds keep file transfers reasonably quick. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered over USB, this drive suits anyone who needs extra storage on the go without carrying around a bulky external hard drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact portable SSDs at this capacity are useful if you regularly move large files between machines or need fast external storage for video editing on the go, and the 20Gbps transfer speed puts it in the faster tier of USB-connected drives available right now. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered over USB-C, this drive suits anyone who needs fast, reliable storage to carry between machines without lugging around cables or a power adapter. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact storage that snaps magnetically onto the back of a phone or MagSafe-compatible device, which makes it a practical pick if you want extra space without carrying a separate cable or adapter. Buy Now at Newegg

Portable SSDs at this capacity usually run $70 to $90 from established brands, so $70 for 500GB puts this Garmese drive at the lower end of that range, with a savings of $15 off the $85 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Portable SSDs in this size are useful for offloading photos and videos from a laptop or phone without relying on cloud storage, and at $58 this one runs about $7 below its list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Compact and straightforward, this drive works well for anyone who needs extra storage on the go without carrying around a bulky external hard drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Compact and bus-powered, this drive suits anyone who needs fast, portable storage without carrying around a bulky enclosure or external power cable — USB 3.2 speeds make it noticeably quicker than a standard flash drive for moving large files. Buy Now at Newegg