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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 17583 reviews

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96%would recommend to a friend

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Customers are satisfied with the storage, ease of use, and overall performance of this product. Many appreciate its compact size, reasonable speed, and good price. Compatibility and USB connectivity also receive positive feedback. Very few customers mentioned concerns about software or noise.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Size, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    nice external hard drive

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

    small, easy to use, plenty of storage. good price, seems to work with anything windows I have. Hopefully it lasts as long as I need it to.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome portable drive

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

    Fast,reliable and easy to use. Small size and light weight make it perfect to carry with you. Great price as well.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great storage device

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

    Compact size, plenty of storage, reliable, connects easily and accesses quickly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Overall performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Purchase

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

    I’ve been using the WD Easystore 2TB External Hard Drive for a few weeks now, and it’s been super reliable. Setup was quick! Just plug and go and it works seamlessly with both my computer and PS4. The transfer speeds are fast, and I like that it’s small enough to carry around without taking up space. It’s perfect for backing up files, photos, and videos. Definitely a great buy for the price.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value for the 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 use the WD Easystore 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with my desktop to store all my documents. Easy plug and play. My desktop only came with 256GB so when I needed additional storage this was the best value for the price I found. It's fast and dependable and the small form factor is a definite plus. If you need additional storage for your computer I highly recommend this external HDD as your first option.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT External Drive

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

    Very compact. GREAT price for the capacity. Plug-n-Play. ...easily recognized by my Mac. Quiet!! Appears to be working flawlessly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very useful storage devices.

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

    These external drives from Western Digital are very useful storage mediums. I do a lot of recording games for YouTube, and as those who create gameplay videos would know, those file sizes require a lot of storage space! It is very easy to run out, even if you buy a 2TB drive. I have never had any issues with these WD external drives. They're very durable, connect easily to your computer, have a reasonable copy/transfer speed using USB, and are very affordable for the storage space they offer. They very rarely suffer errors, and so they are an almost invaluable tool if you wish to record gameplay and entertainment videos or store any other sort of large data. You can even use them on your PS4 in a pinch for extra storage, and the games run directly from the drive! Not much more I can say. Just very useful storage tools to have around, when doing any type of video recording using your computer or any large data storage.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice and Neat

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

    Nice and Neat! Really like the size and portability. Seems to hold quite a bit of photos and videos. Will buy again and refer to family and friends.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Go-To Backup: WD Easystore 2TB External Hard Dr

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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.

    I got the WD Easystore 2TB External USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive to help me manage my growing collection of photos, videos, and documents. It's been serving me well for backups and extra storage. My Experience 1. Handy and Portable: I like that it's compact enough to carry in my backpack when I need to move files between devices. 2. Plug-and-Play: Setting it up was a breeze. I just plugged it into my laptop via USB, and transferring files was straightforward. 3. Plenty of Space: With 2TB, I've got lots of room for my files and backups. What I've Noticed 1. Transfer Times: When moving really big files, it takes a bit of time – but that's expected with this drive's specs. 2. Care Needed: I've been careful with it since it's portable – don't want any damage. Overall I'm happy with my WD Easystore 2TB. It's doing a solid job for my backup and storage needs.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic for extra storage.

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

    These potable external hard drives are fantastic for adding some extra storage on your computer. This one is fast and affordable. Great for storing extra iTunes media on. It may cost more than an external desktop drive but it is worth not having to plug in to an outlet to power and use.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    I was so impressed with its performance that I ended up buying a second one. This tiny drive is incredibly durable and a total powerhouse.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Reliable and Portable: WD 2TB External HD

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

    I recently purchased the WD Easystore 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive in black, and it has exceeded my expectations. This compact storage solution offers reliability and portability, making it a fantastic choice. With its sleek black design and durable construction, the Easystore keeps my data safe. The 2TB capacity provides ample storage for all my files, while the USB 3.0 connectivity ensures fast data transfer speeds. Setting up the Easystore was effortless, and it requires no external power source. Its reliability has been exceptional, and I've experienced no data loss or performance issues. For a reliable and portable external hard drive, I highly recommend the WD Easystore 2TB. It offers great value for money and peace of mind for all your storage needs.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quick and Easy Backups

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

    These WD external hard drives are the best for backing up all your data. They are small, easy to connect, fast and hold a lot of data. I own three of these and have never had an issue with functionality or data loss. Who would want to pay a fortune for cloud storage when these are inexpensive and very portable. A must have in this digital world.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    WD Easystore 2TB HD Experience

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

    I got this for my brother and I am very satisfied with the purchase. Pros: 1) Compact 2) Sleek design 3) Great transfer speed 4) Significant storage capacity 5) Plug & play Cons: I haven't had any complaints yet. Go this product at a significant discount and am happy with the purchase.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great, still no problems after a year

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

    It's exactly what it says it is. An easy storage solution - plugs into a USB drive and gives you 2TB of extra storage. I've been using the one I bought to back up music files, photos, etc for about a year and haven't had any problems with it. Connnects, disconnects and copies files quicker and easier than my previous external hard drive (which was also a WD, just an older model).

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product all around!!

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

    This hard drive is an amazing product all around!! With it's plug-n-play capabilities I was able to easily sync the hard drive to Windows 10 on my laptop. The WD software gave me the ability to schedule a weekly system backup that hides when in operation and doesn't affect the speed of my computer at all. Not that it's intentional, but I tend to go through a lot of electronics so durability is something that I value when looking for a new product. So far this drive has managed to withstand 3-4'+ drops without so much as an error message. I also really enjoy the quick disconnect feature that you can enable on the device. I've accidentally disconnected it on multiple times, but it just goes right back to work when reattached. I would HIGHLY recommend this hard drive to anyone looking to keep their digital data backed up & secure, but especially to those who are looking for data portability.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Overall performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Trust Solid

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

    Very simple to use seems very solid. Great value great price great quality. What can I say if you're looking for a huge capacity storage external drive this is probably the one. Very easy to set up, just plugged it in and copied my files and I backed up my entire photo file which was about 400 gigs in just a couple hours

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Overall performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    WD 2TB portable storage option.

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

    Fast, reliable had over 2 months and easy to connect. would recommend as a cost effective option for large portable storage.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Frees up Space

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was running out of space on one of my gaming platforms and decided to buy the WD Easystore External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive. This hard drive can hold up to 2TB. I am able to easily store my digital downloads onto this hard drive and free up room on my original platform. It has fast data transfers, and uses a USB-A cable that is included. I even bought an additional one for my desktop to store all of my pictures and videos on. It is small and easy to use. I like that it is portable, so I am able to take it with me to parties and display all of my pictures and videos for others to enjoy. It is lightweight, yet durable and small enough that it does not take up any room.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Overall performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent 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.

    We needed an external hard drive for our PS4. Outstanding portable hard drive!! It was quick to format hard drive and we have not encountered any problems running the hard drives hours per day. We highly recommend for gaming systems!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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