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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 17568 reviews

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96%would recommend to a friend

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Customers consistently note the Easystore 2TB External Hard Drive's ample storage capacity and ease of use. Many appreciate its compact size, reasonable price, and reliable performance. While some users mention the lack of required additional software and quiet operation as positives, the drive is generally well-received for its primary functions.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Effortless Excellence

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This portable hard drive is a true gem for anyone in need of reliable and spacious external storage. The setup was a breeze – just plug it into a USB 3.0 port, and you're ready to go. The compact design makes it incredibly convenient for on-the-go use, fitting snugly into my backpack without adding unnecessary bulk. The data transfer speeds are impressive, thanks to the USB 3.0 connectivity. I've transferred large files and folders without a hitch, and the process is notably faster compared to my previous external drives. The build quality is robust, and the sleek black finish gives it a premium look. The drive feels durable, providing me with confidence in its ability to withstand the rigors of daily use. One of the standout features for me is the automatic backup software. It runs seamlessly in the background, ensuring that my important files are regularly backed up without any manual intervention. This added layer of data security brings peace of mind, especially when dealing with critical documents and precious memories. The storage capacity is more than sufficient for my needs, and the price point for this level of performance and reliability is unbeatable. WD has once again proven its reputation for delivering top-notch storage solutions, and the Easystore 2TB Portable Hard Drive is no exception. In conclusion, if you're in the market for a portable hard drive that combines ease of use, impressive performance, and reliable backup features, the WD Easystore 2TB is an excellent choice. It has become an indispensable part of my digital life, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to others seeking a trustworthy external storage solution.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good price, good size, good amount of storage

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A wonderful external hard drive for the price, 2 TB, fast data communication, I’ve noticed with larger files (I do a lot of video editing so big several GB files) if you try to download to and upload from it at the same time it slows down just a bit, but that’s normal and expected of any external hard drive. I got it because I needed more storage fast for my desktop and it’s been perfect. Had it for about a month now and no problems to report. If you want something portable, it is compact, seems sturdy as long as you’re not crazy with it lol, and comes with built in software for password protection, security etc.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this so that I could have a place to store my photos/videos on my camera roll. So far I have had no problems with it. Would definitely recommend this to someone who needs phone storage

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use, Price, Reliability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worked with my ps4

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great with ps4 as an external drive and very easy too. It was a great price and it’s a great product. If you have little kids be careful that they don’t pull it because it does just sits there.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice portable drive

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great price when it’s on sale. Purchased for expansion of PS 4 hard drive space. It just has to be formatted and is an easy process. I purchased this one as a gift but I have the same one and use it for PS 4.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Size, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So far so good

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We bought 2 of these to replace a 4tb tower that crashed. When backing up your data make sure you back up to 2 locations. These devices are mechanical and will fail eventually. These are compact and very easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice Drive for the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice drive for price. Good delivery and easy set up. Works well for my needs. I am using as a back up for personal files. Old HDD external drive quit working so I am glad I have this to replace.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    WD-Easystore Drive to Transfer Files to New PC

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased the WD-Easystore 2TB USB portable hard drive to back up and transfer a lot of my personal Widows 10 files to a new Windows 11 PC. It was very convenient to do and I was very happy with the speed of the operation. As a plus, I am retaining these files on the WD drive as additional backup and I have plenty of room to store future backup files from the new PC. I highly recommend this drive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Reliability, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It gets the job done on all accounts

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    ThIs hard drive gets the job done. Easy to use. Reliable as well as massive room and very simple to navigate through.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    2 TB Portable Hard Drive

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    excellent value for this Portable HardDrive, was able to unliad my entire one Pass.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price, Reliability

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    WD reliability at a great price

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I needed a new simple plug and play portable hard drive to backup some old files. WD has a reputation for reliability and at this sale price it was too good a deal to pass up. This drive does the job perfectly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Size, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great and compact

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    very easy to use and compact. I had an old one that has less storage. Decided to get this one especially because it was on sale. I don't regret it. It's small enough to take with you if needed and works great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent he backup

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchase this external hard drive to backup my laptop it was very very simple plug in and play into your USB port very Compact and small compared to HD drive external drives 5 6 years ago portable can carry it anywhere with you very very good value

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price, Reliability

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A lot of storage for a small price.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Western Digital makes good products that are priced right and this WD Easystore 2TB External hard drive is no exception. It's been a great add-on to my older Dell machines. It's basically just plug and play, no hassle. It also has a utility software that you can install. Works great and the price won't hurt your pocket.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Size, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Petite Yet Powerful

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The WD Easystore if a backup device from an industry leader that hits all the marks. Compact physically yet more than enough internal storage for my needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great for storage

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    great device for storage. It was cheap for the amount of storage and easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect little hard drive with lots of storage!

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This small little device holds plenty of data and connects quickly for a simple to use hard-drive. I easily backed up my new laptop shortly after buying it, and would have never guessed that all my data would soon be lost on the laptop. But fortunately, everything was on this external hard drive! I recommend this for any household or office, it couldn't be easier to connect and use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This little thing is a lifesaver! This was my first external hard drive so I was a bit nervous about buying the wrong one. I'm so glad I went with this one. It has endless amounts of storage and is small enough to keep plugged in and sitting on top of my tower without taking up space or overheating. I have all my games, photos, and important documents saved here. Perfect for someone with a smaller desktop, like me, or someone who needs extra storage for all their files.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Value & Free Backup Software

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needed some extra storage to backup my desktop pc and I've always had good luck with Western Digital. Best Buy had the WD Easystore 2TB External Hard Drive on sale and I decided to give it a try. It's small, very light and connects directly to my PC with a 3.0 USB cable. No external power cords to mess with and it came with Western Digital backup software at no additional charge. It runs in the background and after you can program it to backup your everything the first time and after that it will only backup files and folders that are new or have been altered. I've had it for a month and I couldn't be happier. Highly recommend this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Reliability, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great item. Great price.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this to pair with my PS4. Kept running out of memory. Now I no longer have that problem. Easy to set up. Works great. Definitely recommend for all of your back up needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend