Origbelie BT668
Score: 72/100
Origbelie BT524
Score: 85/100Rankings
A portable external CD/DVD drive that adds a USB hub and card reader, delivering fast USB 3.0 speeds and broad OS compatibility, though it lacks Blu-ray support and has limited region-change capability.
The Origbelie BT668 is a slim, USB-bus-powered external DVD drive offering dual USB-A/C connectivity, card readers and a retractable cable at a low price. It delivers solid performance for CD/DVD tasks but falls short on build quality and lacks Blu-ray capability.
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625 MB/sbest | 625 MB/sbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
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24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 350 g | 250 gbest |
3 ports | 4 portsbest |
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Compatibility(2) | ||
Supported Disc Formats | CD±R/RW, CD‑ROM, DVD±R/RW, DVD‑RAM, VCD, SVCD | CD‑R, CD‑RW, DVD‑R, DVD+R, DVD‑RW, DVD+RW, DVD‑R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD‑RAM, M‑DISC |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista, Linux, macOS 10.6+ | Windows 11/10/8/7/Vista/XP, macOS 10.6+, Linux |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 350 g | 250 g |
Form Factor | Slim | External Portable |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Retractable USB cable (Type‑A & Type‑C), Carrying case | Integrated USB cable, storage bag, power supply cable, USB-A to USB-C adapter |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | USB | USB Bus-powered |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Ports (ports) | 3 ports | 4 ports |
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Professional reviewers note that the Origbelie drive delivers solid performance and broad OS compatibility at a low price, but the cheap plastic construction and absence of Blu-ray limit its appeal for power users.
Everyday users praise its plug-and-play ease, dual-connector cable and quiet operation, while complaining about occasional ejection failures, macOS detection issues and the flimsy build.
Professional reviewers highlight the ORIGBELIE drive's versatility, noting the built-in USB hub and card reader as valuable additions that set it apart from standard external optical drives. The USB-C support is praised as forward-looking, and the plug-and-play experience is lauded for its simplicity. The primary criticism from editors is the absence of Blu-ray capability, which limits its appeal to users needing that format.
Everyday users appreciate the drive's reliable performance on Windows and macOS, its fast USB 3.0 speeds, and the convenience of extra USB ports and card slots. Common praise centers on easy setup, portability, and usefulness for digitizing old media. Recurring complaints involve incompatibility with Chromebooks and other non-PC devices, occasional power-draw issues, a flimsy tray mechanism, and the limited DVD region-change count.
“Ease of setup, especially on Windows 11 and MacBook systems.”
“The dual USB cable eliminates the need for adapters.”
“Quiet operation and reliable disc reading.”
