Best 2TB External Hard Drive Deals

This drive suits Mac users who want extra backup storage or Time Machine capacity without fussing over formatting, since it's preformatted for macOS out of the box. It's currently priced at list, so there's no discount to factor in right now. Buy Now at Best Buy

Anyone shooting 4K video or backing up large photo libraries will appreciate the fast transfer speeds, and the rugged, drop-resistant build means it can handle getting tossed in a bag without babying it. Newegg's version comes in the full 2TB size, giving you room to work without constantly offloading files. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shooting 4K video or juggling large project files will appreciate the transfer speeds here, and its rugged, drop-resistant build makes it a solid pick for tossing in a bag and taking on location. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for backing up photos, videos, or files from your laptop without relying on cloud storage, and it's compact enough to toss in a bag. It's currently priced at its $170 list price, so there's no discount to factor in right now. Buy Now at Best Buy

Newegg has the Orico 2TB Portable External SSD for anyone who needs fast, reliable storage that can toss into a bag without babying it, since there are no moving parts to worry about during transport. Buy Now at Newegg

Speed matters here: with 20Gbps transfer rates, this drive suits video editors and photographers moving large files who don't want to wait around for copies to finish. Newegg has it for $266, which is $34 (11%) off the $300 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone juggling files between a laptop and desk setup will appreciate the magnetic back on this drive, letting it stick to metal surfaces instead of sliding around or getting lost in a bag. Newegg has it in 2TB capacity, which covers large video or photo libraries without needing to offload files constantly. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large photo or video libraries goes faster with this drive's USB-C transfer speeds, and its compact, rugged build makes it easy to toss in a bag without worrying about drops. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone editing video or moving large game libraries between systems will notice the speed here, since the P50 is built for USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 transfer rates rather than everyday backup tasks. Newegg has it in a rugged, compact case, so it's worth a look if you need storage that can handle drops and travel without slowing down. Buy Now at Newegg

Solid for anyone who backs up large files or edits video on the go, since USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds mean fast transfers without being tethered to a desktop drive. The compact aluminum body also makes it easy to toss in a bag alongside a laptop. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large media libraries or gaming on the go gets simpler with this drive, since the compact build slips into a bag without adding bulk. It's a solid pick for anyone tired of waiting on slow external hard drives to transfer files. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone who shoots video or hauls large files between machines will appreciate the 2TB of space packed into a drive small enough to toss in a bag without a second thought. Buy Now at Newegg

Newegg's Orico Supre USB4 Portable SSD 2TB suits anyone shuttling large video files or game libraries between machines, since USB4 speeds cut down transfer waits compared to standard USB-C drives. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shooting 4K video or backing up large photo libraries on the go will appreciate the fast transfer speeds and rugged, drop-resistant build. It's compact enough to toss in a bag without worrying about it getting damaged in transit. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large photo or video libraries becomes far quicker with this drive's fast transfer speeds, making it a solid pick for creators who move big files regularly, and Newegg has it for $85 off the $575 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large photo or video libraries goes faster with the SanDisk Extreme's fast transfer speeds, and its rugged, drop-resistant build makes it a solid pick for tossing in a bag without worrying about damage. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone hauling around large video or photo libraries will appreciate how fast file transfers move on this drive, especially compared to a standard external hard drive, and the compact metal body holds up well to being tossed in a bag daily. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for photographers and video editors moving large files in the field, this drive's rated speeds hold up well for offloading 4K footage without waiting around. Newegg's price point makes the 2TB capacity a reasonable option if you're building out backup storage or a working drive for travel. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large photo or video libraries becomes less of a hassle with the T7's fast transfer speeds and pocket-sized build, so it suits anyone who needs extra storage on the go without lugging around a bulky drive. Newegg's pricing on the 2TB model makes it a reasonable option if you're comparing external storage across sellers. Buy Now at Newegg