Best Automatic Backup External Hard Drives in 2026

Easily store and access 4TB of content on the go with the Seagate Portable Drive, a USB external hard drive.Specific uses: Personal

Designed to work with Windows or Mac computers, this external hard drive makes backup a snap just drag and drop

To get set up, connect the portable hard drive to a computer for automatic recognition no software required

Sleek profile design with a matte, smudge resistance finish

Plug and play; Easy to use with no software to install. Requires reformatting for Mac OS v10.12 /OS X v10.11 / v10.1

Quickly add more storage capacity to your PC and other compatible devices

Adding extra storage for your videos, music, photos, and files..Date transfer rate:5Gbps

Transfer data at maximum speed with USB 3.0; USB 2.0 compatible

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Available in capacities up to 5TB that can hold up to 125 games, so that you can save old favorites and still have room for new titles (As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. Number of games based on a 36GB average per game. The number of games will vary based on file size, formatting, other programs, and factors.)

Comes with an 18-inch (457mm) USB Type-A to Micro-B cable with SuperSpeed interface up to 5Gbps (Cable length may vary.)

Compatible with Xbox Series X/S (play and store Xbox One games, archive Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S games) and PlayStation 5 (play and store PS4 games, archive PS5 games) consoles

This external drive includes a USB cable that works seamlessly with Windows, Mac, and Chromebook laptops (purchase adapter separately for use with USB-C computers. Reformatting may be required for use with Time Machine).

The perfect complement to personal aesthetic, this portable external hard drive features a minimalist brushed metal enclosure.

Up to 5TB capacity helps keep all your memories in one place—simply plug in via USB 3.0 to back up with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups.

Shock, drops up to 4 feet, dust and water resistant for all-terrain use

For Mac compatibility this Hard Drive requires reformatting. Refer to Application Guide for more details

Password protection built in. Maximum speed is 130 mb per second

Enjoy enormous desktop storage space for years to come for photos, movies, music, and more

Designed to work with Windows computers, this external USB drive makes backup easy with a simple drag-and-drop

Setup is easy! Just connect the external hard drive to your Windows computer for automatic recognition—no software required

High-capacity add-on storage

Fast data transfers

Plug-and-play ready for Windows PCs

Slim Design

Software for device management and backup with password protection. (Download and installation required. Terms and conditions apply. User account registration may be required.)

256-bit AES hardware encryption

USB-C and USB 3.1 compatible

Innovative style with refined metal cover

Password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption

Store and access 2TB of photos and files on the go with Backup Plus Slim, a portable external hard drive

This portable hard drive features a minimalist metal enclosure, and is a stylish USB drive

Simply plug this portable hard drive into a Windows or Mac computer via the included USB 3.0 cable to back up files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups

Easily free up space on your iPhone (iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, iPhone XR, iPad Air, iPad mini, iPad mini 4, iPad Pro, iPad with Retina display, iPod 5th Generation and newer; iXpand Drive app and iOS 10.0.2 or higher required.)

Automatically back up your photos and videos (iXpand Drive app required. Available for download from the App Store. iOS 10.0.2 or higher required. Set up automatic backup within app settings.)

Shoot videos directly onto the iXpand Drive, freeing up space on your iPhone (Video first records to internal iPhone storage before automatically moving to iXpand Drive)

Massive capacity, up to 22TB capacity. (1TB = one trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.)

Includes software for device management and backup with password protection (Download and installation required. Terms and conditions apply. User account registration may be required.)

256-bit AES hardware encryption

Store and access 2TB of photos and files on the go, with Seagate Backup Plus Slim, an external hard drive for Mac and Windows

This portable external hard drive features a minimalist brushed metal enclosure, and is a stylish USB drive

Simply plug this external hard drive for Mac and Windows into a computer via the included USB 3.0 cable to back up files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups; Reformatting may be required for use with Time Machine

2TB Storage Capacity

Optional 256-bit AES hardware encryption

Automatic local and cloud backup. Stylish design with a range of exciting colors

USB-C connector for next-generation computers

Included USB 3.0 adapter works with PC or Mac

Drop, crush and rain-resistant for all-terrain use

Bold, aluminum radial-spin design

For Mac compatibility this Hard Drive requires reformatting. Refer to Application Guide for guidance on this

Automatic, local and cloud backup

Automatic, continuous backup

Maximum capacity

Connectivity today; speed for tomorrow

Up to 4 TB capacity

Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility

Automatic, continuous backup or file backup option

Three-stage shock protection system - Shock and drop resistant up to 2m in non-operating mode ultra resistant to shocks and extreme environments.

Ultra-fast data transmission - Powered by USB 3.0 technology, this portable hard drive supports transfer speeds up to 5.0 Gbit/s, much faster than but still compatible with - USB 2.0 devices. Big data backup in seconds.

Plug and Play - Just connect the external hard drive to your Windows computer for automatic recognition. Simply drag and drop files you want to save. No software installation required.

Secure portable storage with up to 3 TB capacity

Formatted for Windows; For Mac compatibility this Hard Drive requires reformatting; Refer to Application Guide for guidance on this

Optional 256 bit AES hardware encryption

Secure portable storage with up to 4TB capacity

Password protection and 256-bit hardware encryption

Automatic, local and cloud backup

14TB storage capacity Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.

USB 3.0 interface Offers an easy-to-use connection to devices. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 for simple connection to your computer.

Data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 Enable a rapid response when updating files.

Bold, aluminum radial-spin design

Automatic, local and cloud backup

Password protection and 256-bit hardware encryption . Premium storage with up to 2 TB capacity

USB-C (10Gbps) drive for fast backup with up to 250MB/s read and 250MB/s write (1 MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.)

High-capacity, enterprise-class Ultrastar 7200RPM drive inside

Mac Ready, Apple Time Machine compatible; easily reformatted for Windows

7200 RPM hard drive for extremely fast file transfers

USB 3.0 PC compatible plug-and-play. Compatible w/ Mac after formatting

Schedule automatic backups for your PC with Buffalo Backup Utility

Textured metal finish fits in with modern lifestyle elements

Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0); Powered by USB connection-offers customized backup and folder mirroring

Drop files into the designated folder for automatic file synchronization

Secure portable storage with up to 4TB capacity

Password protection and 256-bit hardware encryption

Automatic, local and cloud backup

Secure portable storage with up to 2 TB capacity

Optional 256-bit AES hardware encryption

Automatic local and cloud backup

Blazing fast 50x50x50 write/rewrite/read speed with 750 MB disk

Scratch-resistant

Password-protected storage that fits in your pocket