Best USB External Hard Drive Deals

Small enough to toss in a bag but fast enough for editing video straight off the drive, this one suits anyone who shoots photo or video on the go and needs backup storage that won't slow them down. Newegg has it at $142, which is $94 off the $236 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone who moves large video files or backs up multiple devices will notice the speed here, and the compact build means you can toss it in a bag without a second thought. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shuffling large files between computers regularly will appreciate the USB 3.2 speeds here, since transfers and backups finish noticeably faster than they would on a standard external hard drive. Its compact, pocketable size also makes it a reasonable option for keeping in a bag as backup storage on the go. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone who bounces between a laptop and desktop will appreciate the magnetic mount, since it lets you stick the drive to your case or a metal surface instead of leaving it dangling off a cable. At 1TB, it's a practical option for backing up projects or moving large files without needing to carve out desk space for it. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for backing up a large photo or video library without relying on cloud storage, especially if you need to grab files on the go across different computers; it's currently priced at list, so no discount to note here. Buy Now at Best Buy

This external hard drive gives you 5TB of backup space for photos, videos, or game libraries without relying on cloud storage, and it's compatible with both Mac and PC via USB. It's currently priced at $285, matching the standard list price, so there's no discount factored in right now. Buy Now at Best Buy

Anyone shuffling large video or photo files between a laptop and desktop will appreciate the M.2 form factor here, since it fits in a pocket without the bulk of a traditional external drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Video editors and photographers hauling large files between locations will appreciate the fast transfer speeds and rugged build, which holds up to drops and rough handling better than a standard portable drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Newegg has the Orico RV500 RGB Portable NVMe SSD, a solid pick for anyone who wants fast transfer speeds for large video files or game libraries without being tied to a desk. The RGB lighting is a nice touch for gamers who like their gear to match their setup, but the real selling point is the NVMe speed in a pocket-sized drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Photographers and video editors hauling large project files will appreciate the 8TB of capacity packed into something pocket-sized, and Newegg's price makes that much storage more reasonable than usual. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone handling sensitive files on the go, like IT admins or contractors working with client data, gets hardware-level encryption without relying on software to keep files locked down. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shuffling large video or photo libraries between a laptop and desktop will appreciate having 4TB of fast storage that fits in a pocket, no cables or power brick needed. Newegg's price point makes it a reasonable way to add serious backup capacity without committing to a bulkier external drive. Buy Now at Newegg