Computer Media and Data Storage Devices

Handy for anyone upgrading a Steam Deck or Surface laptop and left with a spare M.2 2230 drive, since it turns that tiny SSD into a portable storage solution instead of leaving it unused in a drawer. The magnetic design also lets it snap onto compatible phone cases for quick file transfers, which regular enclosures don't offer. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone upgrading an old laptop or building a backup drive can turn a spare NVMe stick into a fast external drive without needing a screwdriver to open the case. The aluminum shell also helps pull heat away from the drive during heavy transfers, which matters if you're moving large video or backup files regularly. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone juggling multiple NVMe drives for backups or cloning will appreciate this enclosure, since the aluminum body pulls heat away from the SSD during heavy transfers instead of letting it throttle. It's a straightforward way to turn a spare M.2 drive into a portable one without opening up your PC every time you need extra storage. Buy Now at Newegg

Orico's 512GB Portable SSD suits anyone who needs fast, reliable file transfers without lugging around a bulky external drive, especially if you're backing up photos, videos, or work files on the go. Buy Now at Newegg

Dash cams and home security systems put constant read/write strain on a memory card, and this one's built to handle continuous recording without wearing out early, making it a solid pick if you're recording footage around the clock. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone upgrading an older laptop or desktop from a spinning hard drive will notice the difference immediately, and 256GB is enough room for an OS and a solid batch of everyday programs. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shooting 4K video or backing up large photo libraries will appreciate having 4TB in a drive small enough to toss in a bag, with rugged, water-resistant housing that holds up to daily use. Buy Now at Newegg

Useful if you have a spare M.2 NVMe drive sitting around and want to turn it into a fast external storage option, with USB4 support meaning it can hit speeds up to 40Gbps on compatible hardware. At $100, that's $26 off the $126 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

This enclosure turns a spare M.2 NVMe drive into a portable external SSD, useful for gamers or anyone needing fast external storage for large file transfers, and it's currently $6 off the $66 list price at Newegg. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shooting 4K video on a drone, action cam, or Switch needs the storage and speed to keep up, and this card's UHS-I rating handles continuous high-bitrate recording without dropping frames. Newegg's got it if you're filling out a rig that eats through storage fast. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large photo or video libraries goes faster with this one, since it's built to survive drops, dust, and water without needing a bulky case around it. Newegg's price point makes it worth grabbing an extra for redundant backups. Buy Now at Newegg

Designed for M.2 NVMe drives, this enclosure tops out at 40Gbps transfer speeds, which puts it in the same tier as Thunderbolt 3 and USB4 devices and well above the typical 10Gbps enclosures that dominate the market. A solid pick if you're moving large files regularly and don't want the enclosure to be the bottleneck. Buy Now at Newegg

Turning a spare 2.5-inch SATA drive into portable storage is straightforward here since the tool-free design lets you swap the drive in without screws or a screwdriver. Newegg has it for $11.99, about $2.40 off the $14.39 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

Backing up large photo or video libraries is faster and more reliable when your storage isn't tethered to a spinning hard drive, and the T5 EVO's compact size makes it easy to toss in a bag for travel. Newegg's price makes 2TB of solid-state storage a reasonable option if you've been putting off upgrading from a slower external drive. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shuttling large files between machines will appreciate the compact titanium build, since it holds up to daily bumps in a bag better than typical plastic drives while still fitting 1TB in your pocket. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone who swaps drives frequently, since it lets you slot U.2 NVMe SSDs into your Helios 3S enclosure without opening the case each time. Buy Now at Newegg

Anyone shooting 4K video on a drone or action cam needs a card that can keep up, and this one's read/write speeds handle high-bitrate footage without dropping frames or bottlenecking your workflow. Buy Now at Newegg

Gamers or anyone shuffling M.2 drives between builds will get the most out of this enclosure, since it turns a spare NVMe drive into fast portable storage without needing an adapter or cable clutter. The EVA Edition styling is a nice bonus if you want your gear to match a themed setup, but the core function works just as well for basic backup and file transfer needs. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for turning a spare bare drive into an external backup or storage option, which suits anyone recovering data from an old laptop or NAS drive; Newegg has it for $36.99, a $21 (36%) drop from the $57.99 list price. Buy Now at Newegg