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10 Best USB Drive Enclosures
for March 2023

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M.2 NVME NGFF SSD Enclosure Adapter Tool-Free, RTL9210B Chips, USB C 3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps NVME, 6Gbps SATA PCIe M-Key(B+M Key), External Solid State Drive Support UASP Trim for SSD Size 2242/2260/2280

MOKiN M.2 NVME NGFF Enclosure SSD Adapter Tool-Free

by MOKiN
What We like

TOOL-FREE DESIGNTool-free NVMe SATA NGFF enclosure allows quick and easy installation of your M.2 NMVe SSDs or M.2 SATA SSDs. The first time you use m.2 solid state drive SSD, you need to format the disk. It will Safe for your Memory data.

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Product Features

  • Chipset RTL9210B M.2 NVMe SATA EnclosureM.2 Enclosure Up to 10 Gbps High speed M.2 NVME to USB 3.1 Gen 2, 6Gbps speed M.2 SATA to USB 3.1 Gen 1, perfect solution for data transfer and data backup, the actual transfer speed depends on the speed of your SSD, USB Port type, your computer performance, and NVMe /SATA media used etc.One HD movie transfer only takes 2-5 seconds.
  • Aluminum Thermal DesignM.2 adapter adopts aluminum alloy shell, slim design, durable and excellent heat dissipation, reduced power consumption. Includes both USB Type-C and USB 3.1 (Type-A) cables.
  • Support SystemNVME SATA Enclosure Compatible Multi OS, Windows, Mac OS,Linux ,Android. Support UASP / Trim with ultra fast transmission speed. Supports Plug & Play and Hot-Swapping. Fits storage up to 2TB(no included).
  • COMPATIBILITYCompatible with M.2 NVMe/SATA PCIe M key,PCIe B&M key SSD. Note: NVMe and SATA SSD are not included. NOT Compatible with M.2 PCIe AHCI SSDs, M.2 PCIe devices such as WiFi and capture cards, mSATA SSDs, and non-M.2 form factor SSDs. Applicable to sizes 2242 / 2260 / 2280 solid state drivers.
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Vantec NST-536S3-BK NexStar DX USB 3.0 External Enclosure for SATA Blu-Ray/CD/DVD Drive All Black

Vantec NST-536S3-BK NexStar DX USB 3.0 External for Enclosure SATA Blu-Ray/CD/DVD Drive All Black

by Vantec Thermal Technologies
What We like

Design for 5. 25" Blu-ray/CD/DVD drive

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Product Features

  • Super Speed USB 3. 0 transfer rate
  • Aluminum case for reduced noise and vibration
  • Plug and play: add your optical Drive to the case, No drivers needed
  • Hot swappable for system equipped with USB port
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UGREEN External Hard Drive Enclosure for 3.5 2.5 Inch SATA SSD HDD USB 3.0 to SATA III Hard Drive Case with UASP 12V Power Adapter Compatible with WD Seagate Toshiba Samsung Hitachi PS4 Xbox

UGREEN External Hard Drive Enclosure for 3.5 2.5 Inch SATA SSD HDD USB 3.0 to SATA III Drive Hard Case with UASP 12V Power Adapter Compatible with WD Seagate Toshiba Samsung Hitachi PS4 Xbox

by Ugreen Group Limited
What We like

Premium Design for Better Protection -- Build with premium ABS material with solid contruction to hold the hard drive firmly, the soften rubber strip provides anti-shock protection, the pre-set heat emission holes at the bottom for excellent heat dissipation. The Auto Sleep Mode helps to extend the lifespan of your hard drives.

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Product Features

  • Universal Compatibility -- Supports Windows 10/8.1/7, LINUX, Mac OS 8.0 and above systems. Specially designed for 3.5inch/2.5 inch SATA III/II/I HDD SSD up to 16TB. Compatible with WD, Seagate, Toshiba, Hitachi, Samsung, Crucial, SSD and HDD with sata port and so on. It can use on hard drive of PS4, PS4 Pro, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, play more games stored in SATA drive, ideal to for entertaining and gaming
  • 5Gbps with UASP Accelerated -- The maximum data transfer speed of the USB 3.0 interface is 5Gbps. Plus UASP accelerated transmission protocol, 70% Faster than than conventional USB 3.0 when connected to a computer that also supports UASP. Transfer 1GB files in seconds, saving up the loading time to do more. Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports.
  • 3.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure -- Easily connects your 3.5/2.5 inch hard drive to a PC, laptop, and other device for massive data transfer and portable storage. It protects the hard disk from outside scratches and maximize the use of your 3.5"/2.5" HDD and SSD again, offers comprehensive protection for your valuable data.
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Cable Matters Premium Aluminum 10Gbps Gen 2 USB C Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5

Cable Matters Premium Aluminum 10Gbps Gen 2 USB C Hard Enclosure Drive for 2.5" SSD/HDD with USB-C and USB-A Cables

by Cable Matters
What We like

SSD hard drive USB C to SATA storage solution is compatible with Windows or Mac computers as a Thunderbolt 3 hard drive enclosure; USB C SSD enclosure provides a cost-effective solution for adding additional memory without opening up your laptop; UASP, TRIM and S.M.A.R.T support with compatible computers, drives and OS for increased data transfer speeds, improved CPU utilization and failure detection

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Product Features

  • Tool free SATA hard drive enclosure offers a data transfer rate up to 10Gbps with a compatible computer; 10Gbps data transfer rate is 2x faster than USB 3.0; Thunderbolt 3 computer compatible with the included USB C cable; Supports the maximum SATA III 6Gbps data transfer rate
  • Portable USB 3.1 SSD enclosure offers convenient and fast data back-up for temporary or long-term use; Diagnose internal SATA SSD drives for replacement or repair with this SATA HDD adapter
  • 10 Gbps USB C hard drive ENCLOSURE is compatible with SATA SSD or HDD drives up to 9.5mm, including 7mm; SATA to Thunderbolt 3 hard drive enclosure is compatible with SATA drives such as the Samsung 860 EVO, Kingston A400 SSD, SSD Plus, Crucial MX500, WD Blue 3D NAND PC SSD
  • USB C 2.5 External SSD Enclosure supports a 2.5" SATA SSD or HDD drive; portable external hard drive in a sturdy aluminum housing protects the SSD drive and assists with heat dissipation
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SSK Aluminum M.2 NVME SSD Enclosure Adapter, USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) to NVME PCI-E M-Key Solid State Drive External Enclosure (Fits only NVMe PCIe 2242/2260/2280)

SSK Aluminum M.2 SSD NVME Enclosure Adapter

by SSK Corporation
What We like

Aluminum Alloy Shell- Adopts aluminum alloy shell, slim design, durable and excellent heat dissipation, be portable and easy to carry;

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Product Features

  • Applicable SSD - This M.2 SSD Enclosure only for NVMe M-Key M.2 SSD (PCIE-based). Applicable to sizes 2242 / 2260 / 2280 solid state drivers. Does not support M.2 SATA based SSDs, M.2 PCIe AHCI SSDs, M.2 PCIe devices such as WiFi and capture cards, mSATA SSDs, and non-M.2 form factor SSDs.
  • High Quality Master Chip- Adopts high performance controller IC, Complies with UASP, Trim which can effectively improve the speed and exteend the lifetime of SSD. Compatible Multi OS, Windows 7/ 8/ 8.1/ 10/ Linux/ MAC.
  • Blue Indicator- Blue Indicator shows the data transfer status, easy and clear;
  • Type C interface- Both side can be inserted; USB-C Gen 2 10Gbps or Thunderbolt 3 are recommended for extreme speed performance. One HD movie transfer only takes 2 seconds; Backward compatible with USB 3.1 Gen1 and USB 3.0 up to 5Gbps.
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ORICO Toolfree USB 3.0 to SATA External 3.5 Hard Drive Enclosure Case for 3.5 SATA HDD and SSD[Support UASP and 16TB Drives]

ORICO Toolfree USB 3.0 to SATA External 3.5 Hard Drive Enclosure for Case 3.5 SATA HDD and SSD[Support UASP and 16TB Drives]

by ORICO Technologies Co.,Ltd
What We like

What's In the Box: 1x USB 3.0 3.5 Inch HDD External Enclosure; 1x 12V/2A US Power Adapter; 1x USB 3.0 Data Cable; 1x User Manual; 1x Service Card.

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Product Features

  • Featuring: Tool free installation; Plug and Play; No Reboot and Driver needed; USB 3.0 connection offers data transfer rates of up To 5 Gbps.
  • Stable: A shock-proof sponge is installed on the bottom cap of the hard drive enclosure making the hard drive more stable and safer.
  • Technical: Material: ABS plastic + Metal; Data transfer port: USB 3.0+SATA III; Support capacity: 16TB; Power adapter: 12V2A.
  • Supports: Most 3.5 inch SATA I, II, III HDD or SSD up to 16TB (Max); Compatible with Windows, Macintosh, Linux and Unix Desktops or Laptops;Support UASP.
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UGREEN 2.5

UGREEN 2.5" Hard Drive Enclosure USB C 3.1 Gen 2 to SATA III 6Gbps for SSD HDD 9.5 External 7mm Hard Drive Disk Case w UASP Compatible with WD Seagate Toshiba Samsung Hitachi PS4 Xbox Router

by Ugreen Group Limited
What We like

Easy Installation, Friendly Design -- Plug and play with tool-free installation, no driver needed. The LED indicator lets you know the working status easily. Attached soft EVA foams inside protects your hard disks from improper shaking and scratches. With the detachable USB-A to USB-C cable (50cm), it is quite flexible to connect and take along. USB-C to USB-C cableis Not Included

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Product Features

  • USB 3.1 Gen 2 Port -- The USB port of this encloure is standard USB C 3.1 Gen 2 which provides ultra fast data transfer speed up to 10Gbps. The (7+15)Pin SATA III supports max 6Gbps. Therefore the max speed of this enclosure is 6Gbps. Only USB-A to UAB-C Cable included
  • Universal Compatibility -- UGREEN Hard Drive Enclosure supports Windows, LINUX, Mac OS 8.0 and above systems. Specially designed for 2.5 inch HDD and SSD up to 6TB with the thickness of 7mm/9.5mm. Compatible with Western Digital, Seagate, Toshiba, Samsung, Kingston, Crucial, Hitachi, etc. 2.5" SATA SSD HDD.
  • 6Gbps UASP Super Speed -- The SATA interface of this enclosure supports 6Gbps max transfer speed and UASP accelerated transmission protocol, 70% Faster than traditional USB 3.0, backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports.
  • Portable External Storage -- UGREEN 2.5" hard drive enclosure can easily connect your 2.5 Inch SSD&HDD to a PC, laptop, game consoles, router for data transfer. It protects the hard disk from outside scratches and makes sata hard drive portable for data storage. Maximize the use of your 2.5" HDD and SSD again, perfectly protecting what you love and cherish.
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YEHUA M.2 SSD NVME Enclosure Adapter USB 3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps to NVME PCI-e M-Key(B+M Key) USB C Solid State Drive External Enclosure Support UASP for SSD Size 2230/2242/2260/2280

YEHUA M.2 SSD NVME Enclosure Adapter USB 3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps to NVME PCI-e Key) M-Key(B+M USB C Solid State Drive External Enclosure Support UASP for SSD Size 2230/2242/2260/2280

by YEHUA
What We like

Thermal DesignM.2 adapter Adopts aluminum alloy shell, slim design, durable and excellent heat dissipation, reduced power consumption.be portable and easy to carry.

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Product Features

  • Applicable SSD YEHUA PCI express M.2 SSD Enclosure only for M.2 NVMe PCIe M key,PCIe B&M key SSD. Applicable to sizes 2230/2242 / 2260 / 2280 solid state drivers. Does not support M.2 SATA based SSD, M.2 PCIe AHCI SSDs, M.2 PCIe devices such as WiFi and capture cards, mSATA SSDs, and non-M.2 form factor SSDs.
  • Super SpeedWork With USB 3.1 GEN2 That M.2 Enclosure Up to 10 Gbps , perfect solution for data transfer and data backup, the actual transfer speed depends on the speed of USB Port type, your computer performance, etc.One HD movie transfer only takes 2 seconds.Backward compatible with USB 3.1 Gen1 and USB 3.0 up to 5Gbps.
  • Support SystemNVME Enclosure Compatible Multi OS, Windows vista/XP /7 /8/8.1/10 ,Mac OS,Linux ,Android. Support UASP with ultra fast transmission speed. Supports Plug & Play and Hot-Swapping. Fits storage up to 2TB(no included).you can snap in your NVMe drive and keep it in this enclosure and use it as a portable hard drive.
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Baijixin External USB 3.0 12.7mm SATA Optical Drive Case, Enclosure Case Compatible with 12.7mm SATA Optical CD/DVD/Blu-Ray Drive 

Baijixin External USB 3.0 SATA 12.7mm Optical Drive Case

by Baijixin
What We like

Easy to Use and Compact Portability: Enjoy plug-and-play installation with no software or driver disc required. The thin optical drive enclosure designed to be compact and light to complement your Laptop. Also The enclosure is USB-powered, so you won't have to carry a power adapter while on the go.

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Product Features

  • High Performance: With USB 3.0 interface, the drive enclosure supports up to 5Gbps transfer rate. You can access videos and other large files quickly to save valuable time while you're on the go. It's also backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1, so you'll be able to connect your optical drive to older computers.
  • Compatible for: Windows XP/2003/Win7/Win8/Vista/,Linux,Mac 10 OS system. This durable optical drive enclosure helps make your laptop, Ultrabook or desktop even more powerful.
  • USB 3.0 12.7mm SATA ODD Enclosure: Remove your laptop 12.7mm Optical Drive and install into this enclosure to turn it into an external Portable USB Optical drive. Increase the capabilities of your computer by adding external support for a DVD or Blu-ray ROM drive. (Note: This ODD case Only Fit for 12.7mm SATA Tray-Load optical drive, Not Fit for 9.5mm or IDE or Slot-in Load optical drive)
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UGREEN 2.5

UGREEN 2.5" Hard Drive Enclosure USB 3.0 to SATA III for 2.5 Inch SSD & HDD 9.5mm External 7mm Hard Drive Case Support Max 6TB with UASP Compatiable for WD Seagate Toshiba Samsung Hitachi

by Ugreen Group Limited
What We like

Universal Compatibility: Supports Windows, LINUX, Mac OS 8.0 and above systems. Designed for 2.5 inch 7mm/9.5mm SATA HDD & SSD up to 6TB. Compatible with WD, Seagate, Toshiba, Hitachi, Samsung, Crucial, SSD and HDD with sata port and so on.

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Product Features

  • Easy Installation: Tool free installation. Plug & Play, No driver needed for this SATA enclosure. Just push out the cover, plug in the drive, close the cover and go. Hot-swap supported. No request for extra power supply. Please click "Safely Remove Hardware" icon on your PC first then unplug it to avoid data loss when complete usage
  • Secure Hard Drive Friendly: The blue LED indicator let you know the working status easily. Attached EVA foams inside protects your hard disks from improper shaking and scratches. With detachable 30cm cable, it is quite flexible to connect and take along. (Note: If there are screws on your hard drive, you should remove it. Otherwise, it will not fit into our enclosure)
  • 5Gbps with UASP Accelerated: The maximum data transfer speed of the USB 3.0 interface is 5Gbps. The SATA interface of this enclosure supports UASP accelerated transmission protocol, 70% Faster than conventional USB 3.0 when connected to a computer that also supports UASP. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 or 1.1 ports.
  • 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclousre: Easily connects your 2.5 inch SSD & HDD to PC, laptop, PS4, Xbox for data transfer or expanding storage. It protects the hard disk from outside scratches and makes SATA hard drive portable for data store. It is awsome for booting up old hdd/ssd and recovering important files of broken PC.
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