Hwayo Ultra Slim 1TB
Score: 36/100
Kosbees External HDD 500GB
Score: 57/100Rankings
The Kosbees 500 GB portable HDD offers a slim, lightweight design with USB 3.0 performance and broad device compatibility, making it a budget-friendly option for gamers and students. It lacks hardware encryption and provides modest capacity, so it suits casual storage rather than high-security or high-capacity needs.
The HWAYO 1TB Ultra Slim Portable Hard Drive combines an aluminum chassis with USB 3.0 connectivity for a sleek, lightweight HDD solution that works across many platforms. While its design and compatibility are strong points, performance is limited by HDD speeds and occasional connectivity issues.
| Attribute | Hwayo Ultra Slim 1TB | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 500 GB | |
115 MB/s | 120 MB/sbest | |
— | 103 MB/sbest | |
— | 12 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.235 kg | 0.231 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 80 mmbest | 81 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 117 mm | 14 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 12.7 mmbest | 119 mm |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | Hwayo Ultra Slim 1TB | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 115 MB/s | 120 MB/s |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chrome OS, Xbox, PlayStation | exFAT |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.235 kg | 0.231 kg |
Width (mm) | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Height (mm) | 117 mm | 14 mm |
Depth (mm) | 12.7 mm | 119 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1000 GB | 500 GB |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors note that the HWAYO drive is positioned as a dependable, value-oriented alternative with a premium aluminum design and flexible cross-platform use, though it lacks the speed of SSDs and can suffer first-use connectivity quirks.
Everyday users appreciate the plug-and-play experience, solid build quality, and compact form factor, but report slower-than-advertised transfer speeds and occasional power or connectivity glitches on initial use.
Professional reviewers note that the Kosbees drive delivers the expected performance of an entry-level 5400 RPM portable HDD, with solid build quality and a price-point that undercuts name-brand competitors. They praise its plug-and-play simplicity and console support, but criticize the lack of encryption, the need for Mac reformatting, and its limited suitability for high-end workloads.
Everyday users rate the drive highly for its lightweight feel, ease of use on Windows, and reliable game storage on PS4/Xbox One. Common complaints involve the capacity display mismatch, the requirement to reformat for macOS, warmth during prolonged use, and the absence of accessories or backup software.
“Works perfectly with my PS4 - transferred all my games in minutes”
“Very lightweight and fits in my pocket - great for college”
“Wish it came pre-formatted for Mac”
