Best Desktop External Cd Drives in 2026
Daisy
Last Updated: Feb 7, 2026
Daisy
Last Updated: Feb 7, 2026
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| SELLER | SELLER SCORE | AMAZON FULFILLED | PRIME | FREE SHIPPING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confoly Tech | 8.75 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
【USB-C CD/DVD Drive】NOLYTH external DVD drive is compatible with Mac/MacBook Pro/Air/Laptop/PC. Powered by USB-C/USB port and embedded cable design. This DVD drive works well in burning/writing/reading for laptop/mac/pc. No driver program or extra power supply required. Don't need to install software to set for DVD driver
【Fast Speed】NOLYTH external CD drive is equipped with USB C high speed interface, up to a maximum of 10Gbps and stable performance with strong fault tolerance. This DVD drive external is adopted unique intelligent burning technology, NOLYTH CD drive supported DVD+/-R/RW, CD/DVD-ROM, CD-R/RW. Max DVD read speed 8X; Max CD read speed 24X and max CD burn speed 8X. This external CD/DVD drive equipped with brand new chip and strong error-correction ability
【Plug and Play】NOLYTH external CD/DVD drive for laptop is very easy to use, just plug and play, you just need to plug this external DVD player into your USB C/USB port and it will be detected. This external optical drive is a perfect companion for computers without the internal drive. You can burn files, install software and create a backup CD. This DVD player allows you to watch DVD/CD movies with no lag and burn music, movies to CDs or DVDs at any time
【High Quality】This external DVD burner made with Aluminum Alloy material of shockproof, low noise,anti-interference and high durability.This CD rom external drive is with unique design, sleek and compact, perfect match with the materia for your MacBook Air/Pro. We still prepare a USB 3.0 adapter in case some laptops without USB-C for using this CD reader
【Widely Compatible】NOLYTH external CD DVD drive works for laptop /Mac /PC /Windows10 /7 /8 /XP /Vista, all Version MAC OS. Specially designed to compatible with Mac /MacBook Pro /Air /Samsung /ASUS /HP /Dell /Sony /Acer and other Ultrabook, Netbook or Laptop/PC without internal drive but with USB C and USB interfaces
【CD/DVD Player & Write】NOLYTH external CD burner not only can help us to read CDs /DVDs,but also can help us to burn CDs /DVDs,supports for CD±R / DVD-RW / DVD±R with the correct burn software
【Customer Service】NOLYTH external CD/DVD drive offered 60days full refund and 2 year technical support, Any problem please contact with us before return. We promise to resolve the issue within 24 hours and do the best to you. Each NOLYTH external CD player / DVD player for laptop is including a free usb3.0 adapter and a protective carrying storage case.
| SELLER | SELLER SCORE | AMAZON FULFILLED | PRIME | FREE SHIPPING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confoly Tech | 8.64 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
【USB-C CD/DVD Drive】NOLYTH external DVD drive is compatible with Mac/MacBook Pro/Air/Laptop/PC. Powered by USB-C/USB port and embedded cable design. This DVD drive works well in burning/writing/reading for laptop/mac/pc. No driver program or extra power supply required. Don't need to install software to set for DVD driver
【Fast Speed】NOLYTH external CD drive is equipped with USB C high speed interface, up to a maximum of 10Gbps and stable performance with strong fault tolerance. This external drive is backwards compatible with USB3.0/USB 2.0 and USB1.0. Adopted unique intelligent burning technology, NOLYTH CD drive supported DVD+/-R/RW, CD/DVD-ROM, CD-R/RW. Max DVD read speed 8X; Max CD read speed 24X and max CD burn speed 8X. This external CD/DVD drive equipped with brand new chip and strong error-correction ability
【Plug and Play】NOLYTH external CD/DVD drive for laptop is very easy to use, just plug and play, you just need to plug this external DVD player into your USB C/USB port and it will be detected. This external optical drive is a perfect companion for computers without the internal drive. You can burn files, install software and create a backup CD. This DVD player allows you to watch DVD/CD movies with no lag and burn music, movies to CDs or DVDs at any time
【High Quality】This external DVD burner made with Aluminum Alloy material of shockproof, low noise,anti-interference and high durability.This CD rom external drive is with unique design, sleek and compact, perfect match with the materia for your MacBook Air/Pro. We still prepare a USB 3.0 adapter in case some laptops without USB-C for using this CD reader
【Widely Compatible】NOLYTH external CD DVD drive works for laptop /Mac /PC /Windows10 /7 /8 /XP /Vista, all Version MAC OS. Specially designed to compatible with Mac /MacBook Pro /Air /Samsung /ASUS /HP /Dell /Sony /Acer and other Ultrabook, Netbook or Laptop/PC without internal drive but with USB C and USB interfaces
【CD/DVD Player & Write】NOLYTH external CD burner not only can help us to read CDs /DVDs,but also can help us to burn CDs /DVDs,supports for CD±R / DVD-RW / DVD±R with the correct burn software
【Customer Service】NOLYTH external CD/DVD drive offered 60days full refund and 2 year technical support, Any problem please contact with us before return. We promise to resolve the issue within 24 hours and do the best to you. Each NOLYTH external CD player / DVD player for laptop is including a free usb3.0 adapter and a protective carrying storage case.
| SELLER | SELLER SCORE | AMAZON FULFILLED | PRIME | FREE SHIPPING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confoly Tech | 8.74 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
【Sleek and Compact CD Drive】NOLYTH external CD/DVD drive for laptop is with a single USB-C cable built into this external CD/DVD drive and plug directly into the USB Type-C port of your Mac/MacBook Air Pro/laptop. You’ll never have to worry about lost cables with this external CD DVD drive at any time.
【Specially Designed USB-C Superdrive】NOLYTH external DVD drive is made with full aluminum alloy, perfect match with the material of Mac/MacBook, sleek and slim. We still prepare a USB 3.0 adapter in case some laptops without USB-C port for using this DVD drive.
【Easy to Use】NOLYTH external DVD drive for laptop is powered by USB-C / USB port and just plug this CD ROM external drive into your USB-C / USB port and this external CD drive will be detected, Don’t need to install software to set up DVD driver.
【Multiple Functions】After installed this CD drive external USB, insert CDs/DVDs, you can use a playback software, burning software and ripping software to complete various tasks such as watching DVD movies, burning/ripping CDs & DVDs, installing software/system/games, backing up data to discs, and more. This CD burner supports CD±R/DVD-RW/DVD±R/CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/DVD-R DL/VCD-ROM/DVD+/-RW.
【DVD Player & DVD Burner】NOLYTH DVD player for laptop supports play and burn both CDs and DVDs whether you're at the office or on the road. This USB CD/DVD external drive is with Max 8x DVD±R Write Speed and Max 24x CD-R Write Speed provided for high writing and reading.
【Wide Compatibility】Our this USB DVD drive external is compatible with Windows and all versions of Mac OS, Mac models from 2008 and later that don't have a built-in optical drive. You can use this DVD drive USB external on almost all computers including MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, Mac Mini, Windows laptop, and desktop PCs (NOTE: DO NOT support Chromebook, TV, iPad, Truck and Car).
【Support & Warranty】We provide a free USB 3.0 adapter and 1 protective travel case for this external disc drive/USB CD drive, and with 12 yr of professional external CD drive for laptop manufacturing experience ensures reliable quality and professional customer service. Please feel free to contact us for help or free replacement if any issues happen after purchasing, do not need to worry about the time-limited return window.
| SELLER | SELLER SCORE | AMAZON FULFILLED | PRIME | FREE SHIPPING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confoly Tech | 8.84 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
【5 in 1 Blu Ray Drive】NOLYTH external blu ray drive has independent slots for TF and SD Card.Also,there are 2 additional USB 3.0 ports. This external blu-ray drives not only as a blu ray drive but also acts as an expansion device, for moving files/photos/videos between your computer and external storage device (e.g.USB flash drive, SD/TF card, or hard drive), if your computer doesn't come with many USB ports.
【Special Light Design】This external blu ray player for pc is designed by NOLYTH, has a T-shaped RGB lighting and shifts between different colors periodically. It’s so cool to use this blu ray burner at night. The combination of the aluminum alloy frame and the brushed upper shell looks more high-end and atmospheric, this external blu-ray player is also the best choice for gifts. It also with SD/TF slot and 2 additional USB ports, very convenient whether you're at the office or on the road.
【Easy to Use】Just plug the micro USB port of data cable into the back of this blu ray drive external, plug the USB 3.0 or USB-C port into your computer, open the tray and put into your CDs/DVDs/BDs, this USB blu ray drive will be recognized by your laptop/desktop computer automatically, no extra DVD driver program required !
【Multiple Functions】NOLYTH external bluray drive supports read and write CD/DVD/BD. You can use the softwares to complete various tasks such as watching DVD/BD movies, listening music CDs, burning/ripping CDs/DVDs/BDs, installing software/ system/ games, backing up data to discs and more. It is the best choice to watch a 3D movies for the family times. (NOTE: It doesn't come with Blu-ray software and can't play 4K UHD disc, but supports M-disc.)
【Super Speed Read & Write】NOLYTH external blu ray burner has a larger storage capacity and a faster reading and recording speed. Blu-ray reading speed is up to 6x, DVD up to 8x, CD up to 24x. This blu ray burner external also supports 8.5G 4.7G 700M CD DVD burning capabilities. With the lastest USB 3.0 and USB 3.0 Type-C interface, higher speed for data transfering,strong error correction ability, impact resistance, low noise and low power consumption.
【Wide Compatibility】NOLYTH external blu ray player is compatible with Multi-OS including Windows 11/10/ 8.1/ 7/ XP, Linux, and all versions of Mac OS, so you can use this blu ray player for pc on almost all computers including MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, Mac Mini, Windows laptop, and desktop PCs (NOTE: DO NOT support Chromebook, TV, iPad, Truck and Car).
【After-Sales Service】We offer this external blu ray drive for laptop a 2 yr warranty, 60 days full refund. Each external blu-ray drive/CD DVD drive external is with 1 free protective hard case. Any problem about NOLYTH blu ray writer, please feel free to contact us for help or free replacement if any issues happen after purchasing, do not need to worry about the time-limited return window.
| SELLER | SELLER SCORE | AMAZON FULFILLED | PRIME | FREE SHIPPING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confoly Tech | 8.84 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
【5 in 1 Blu Ray Drive】NOLYTH external blu ray drive has independent slots for TF and SD Card. Also, there are 2 additional USB 3.0 ports. This external blu-ray drives not only as a blu ray drive but also acts as an expansion device, for moving files/photos/videos between your computer and external storage device (e.g.USB flash drive, SD/TF card, or hard drive), if your computer doesn't come with many USB ports.
【Special Light Design】This external blu ray player for pc is designed by NOLYTH, has a RGB lighting on square acrylic panel and shifts between different colors periodically. It’s so cool to use this external blu-ray drive at night. Equipped with an aluminum alloy upper shell, it looks more high-end and has a stronger texture. This blu ray burner is also the best choice for gifts. It also with SD/TF slot and 2 additional USB ports, very convenient whether you're at the office or on the road.
【Easy to Use】Just plug the micro USB port of data cable into the back of this blu ray drive external, plug the USB 3.0 or USB-C port into your computer, open the tray and put into your CDs/DVDs/BDs, this usb blu ray drive will be recognized by your laptop/desktop computer automatically, no extra DVD driver program required !
【Multiple Functions】NOLYTH external bluray drive supports read and write CD/DVD/BD. You can use the softwares to complete various tasks such as watching DVD/BD movies, listening music CDs, burning/ripping CDs/DVDs/BDs, installing software/ system/ games, backing up data to discs and more. This blu ray player for pc is the best choice to watch a 3D movies for the family times. (NOTE:It doesn't come with Blu-ray software and can't play 4K UHD disc,but supports M-disc.)
【Super Speed Read & Write】NOLYTH external blu-ray burner has a larger storage capacity and a faster reading and recording speed. Blu-ray reading speed is up to 6x,DVD up to 8x, CD up to 24x. This external blu ray drive for laptop also supports 8.5G 4.7G 700M CD DVD burning capabilities. With the lastest USB 3.0 and USB 3.0 Type-C interface, higher speed for data transfering, strong error correction ability, impact resistance, low noise and low power consumption.
【Wide Compatibility】NOLYTH external blu-ray player is compatible with Multi-OS including Windows 11/10/ 8.1/ 7/ XP, Linux, and all versions of Mac OS, so you can use this blu ray player on almost all computers including MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, Mac Mini, Windows laptop, and desktop PCs (NOTE: DO NOT support Chromebook, TV, iPad, Truck and Car.)
【After-Sales Service】We offer this external blu ray drive a 2 yr warranty, 60 days full refund. Each USB bluray drive external/CD DVD drive is with 1 free protective hard case. Any problem about NOLYTH blu ray writer, please feel free to contact us for help or free replacement if any issues happen after purchasing, do not need to worry about the time-limited return window.
| SELLER | SELLER SCORE | AMAZON FULFILLED | PRIME | FREE SHIPPING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GoldFire US | 5.58 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
【With 3.5mm Audio Out and 2 USB Ports】NOLYTH external CD DVD drive has the updated design with 3.5mm audio out. You just need to plug the headphone/earphone/headset or audio cable directly into this audio jack of this DVD drive to enjoy movies/music with 3.5mm audio stereo sound. NOLYTH USB 3.0 external CD drive has 2 USB ports and can be used as a Hub. This CD/DVD drive effectively solves the problem of insufficient USB ports on your computer.
【Plug＆Play CD DVD Drive】 NOLYTH CD/DVD drive with USB Type-C/USB 3.0 connector, so just plug it into your USB C or USB port and this CD ROM external drive will be detected by your laptop computer automatically, no additional driver program required. When you play this CD drive on your computer, you can charge your phone or connect the USB Mouse/Keyboard to work with your computer through the 2 USB ports of this external CD DVD drive.
【Wide Compatibility】NOLYTH CD drive external is compatible with multi-OS including Windows 11/10/ 8.1/ 7/ XP, linux and all versions of Mac OS, so you can use this CD rom burner on almost all computers including MacBook Pro/Air, iMac, Mac mini, Windows laptop and desktop PCs ( NOTE: DO NOT support chromebook, TV, iPad, truck and car ).
【CD Burner & DVD Player】After installing this external CD/DVD drive for laptop, you can use this cd drive to do various tasks, such as watching DVD movies, burning/ripping CDs/DVDs, installing software/system/games, backing up data to discs by the corresponding software. This external CD burner supports CD±R, DVD-RW, DVD±R, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-R DL, VCD-ROM, DVD±RW discs.
【Portable & Compact DVD Drive】NOLYTH external CD DVD drive is ultra slim and compact, you can easily carry and use this CD drive to enjoy music, movies, photos, software and games anytime and anywhere, whether you are during a business trip or travel.
【Worry-free Shopping】NOLYTH CD DVD burner provide high quality CD DVD drive and professional services. We take after-sales service as equally important as product quality. We promise to resolve the issue within 24 hours if any problems occur after purchasing, you don't have to worry about the time-limited return window.
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| Brand | Count |
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| Nolyth | 6 |
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