Computer Media and Data Storage Devices

Anyone managing multiple NVMe drives in a workstation or server will appreciate the ability to swap SSDs without opening the case, and the metal armor construction keeps drives cooler under sustained loads than a standard internal mount. Buy Now at Newegg

Storage-heavy builds and home servers benefit most from this cage, since it packs 24 hot-swappable 2.5-inch drive bays into a single enclosure for dense SAS/SATA setups without sacrificing easy drive access. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone who shoots video or works with large files on the go benefits from the fast transfer speeds and rugged, drop-resistant design that can handle getting tossed in a bag daily. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for backing up photos or transferring files on a phone with USB-C, and the World Cup branding makes it a small extra for soccer fans, currently $2 off the $20 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Turning a spare M.2 NVMe or SATA SSD into fast external storage is the main appeal here, which suits gamers or anyone needing quick portable backup for large files. Newegg has it at $55, about $5 off the $60 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up files or moving large media between computers is faster when you're not tied to a spinning hard drive, and the compact size means it fits in a pocket rather than a bag. Newegg's version comes with password protection built in, which is worth a look if you're carrying sensitive files around. Buy Now at Newegg

Designed for system builders or IT pros who need to pack multiple 2.5-inch drives into a single 5.25-inch bay, this backplane cage supports both SAS and SATA connections and includes a slim optical drive slot, making it a practical consolidation option for workstations or servers with limited bay space. Buy Now at Newegg

Newegg has the VisionTek DLX3 M.2 256GB PCIe 3.0 SSD, a solid pick if you're upgrading an older laptop or desktop that only supports PCIe 3.0 speeds rather than the newer Gen4 or Gen5 standard. It suits anyone who wants a boost in boot times and file transfers without paying extra for bandwidth their motherboard can't actually use. Buy Now at Newegg

SATA SSDs still make sense for older laptops and desktops that don't support NVMe, and the 870 EVO's 1TB capacity gives you enough room to upgrade an aging system without swapping out your whole setup. It's a solid pick if you want a straightforward speed boost from a hard drive without dealing with compatibility headaches. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large photo or video libraries gets tedious with slower drives, and the T9's fast transfer speeds make quick work of moving big files without sitting around waiting. It's a solid pick for creators or anyone who needs 4TB of storage that fits in a pocket. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy if you've got a stack of old IDE or SATA drives sitting in a drawer and no easy way to pull files off them, since this adapter lets you connect either type straight to a USB-C port on your computer. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone running a NAS or workstation with hot-swap needs will appreciate the rugged aluminum housing, which protects and cools your SATA drives while letting you pull one without shutting the system down. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone with a spare 2.5-inch drive lying around, since it turns that drive into an external one over USB 3.0 without needing to buy a whole new enclosure or drive setup, and the transparent shell makes it easy to check the drive is actually connected. Buy Now at Newegg

The ZS301 runs on a 20Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2) interface, which delivers roughly double the transfer speeds of the more common 10Gbps drives you'll find at this price point, making it a solid pick if you move large files between machines regularly. At $42, it's $18 off the $60 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone running multiple U.2 drives for a server or workstation build will appreciate the tray-less swap design, since you can hot-swap SSDs without fumbling with caddies or screws. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for turning an old or spare M.2 drive into external storage, and the dual-protocol support means it works with both NVMe and SATA drives without needing to know which type you have beforehand. Buy Now at Newegg

Turning a spare NVMe M.2 drive into a portable external drive is straightforward with this enclosure, and the 10Gbps USB 3.2 connection means you're not stuck waiting around during large file transfers. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone juggling multiple bare NVMe drives, since this lets you clone or back up between two SSDs without opening up a computer case. Newegg has it for $106, which is $33 off the $139 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone dealing with a stack of loose drives, this lets you plug in two SATA hard drives at once for cloning or quick data transfers without opening up a PC. Newegg has it for $40, which is $10 off the $50 list price. Buy Now at Newegg