Best Basic Backup

For users whose primary concern is minimizing desk clutter while maximizing storage, the Slim line is excellent. It maintains the reliability of Seagate while adopting a much sleeker, less bulky profi...

This drive is the most basic, no-frills portable HDD option from WD. It is designed purely for the user who needs a large, inexpensive backup drive for photos and documents and doesn't require high tr...

For the user who needs massive storage capacity without the premium cost of an SSD, the Backup Plus Slim is a reliable, space-saving portable HDD. Its perfect for backing up large archives of photos a...

This 2TB version of the classic portable drive is the quintessential basic backup solution. It offers the core functionalityreliable, high-capacity storageat a very accessible price point. It is the d...

The DS120j is perfect for the absolute minimalist setupa single-drive, low-power backup unit. It consumes minimal electricity, making it ideal for running 24/7 in a utility closet without impacting th...

This 2-bay unit is perfect for the absolute beginner or for setting up a secondary, low-stakes backup location. It provides the core functionalityRAID protection for two drivesat the lowest possible e...

The Kingston Data Traveler offers a highly dependable, budget-conscious alternative that still provides solid performance for basic backup needs. It is known for its straightforward reliability and go...