Origbelie External DVD Drive 13mm USB-C Black
Score: 83/100
Alxum Laptop External CD Drive
Score: 79/100Rankings
The ORIGBELIE Ultra-Slim USB 3.0 CD/DVD Drive combines a feather-light 13 mm chassis with a 6-in-1 hub, Lightscribe and noise-reduction technology. Its reliance on USB-C power and optional RGB lighting are the main compromises. Ideal for travelers and creators who need a compact, feature-rich optical drive for legacy media.
The Alxum External CD/DVD Drive combines 24× CD and 8× DVD burning with a built-in USB hub, SD/microSD slots, and a 2.5-inch SATA docking bay in a lightweight 255 g package. It lacks Chromebook compatibility and some hub ports are limited to USB 2.0, which may bottleneck peripherals. Great for photographers and students needing a compact hub and optical drive.
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| ↓ lower better | 207 gbest | 255 g |
| ↓ lower better | 13 mmbest | 150 mm |
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Power Source | USB-C | Bus-powered |
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Weight (g) | 207 g | 255 g |
Thickness (mm) | 13 mm | 150 mm |
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Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista; Linux; Mac OS 10.6+ | Windows, Linux, macOS |
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Professional reviewers regard the ORIGBELIE drive as a versatile all-rounder that bridges the gap between modern USB-C laptops and legacy optical media. They commend its fast USB 3.0 throughput, integrated hub that cuts down on extra adapters, and its travel-friendly slim chassis, while noting the convenience of plug-and-play operation across major operating systems.
Everyday users praise the drive's portability, quiet operation, and the convenience of having a built-in USB hub and card readers in a single compact unit. Common positive themes revolve around its ease of use, cross-platform compatibility, and the ability to burn and read legacy discs without bulky equipment.
“use it as a hub... don't need extra ones”
“super cool”
“excellent choice for multiple device connectivity on the go”
Professional reviewers commend the Alxum External CD/DVD Drive for its blend of optical performance and built-in hub functionality. They emphasize the solid 8× DVD/24× CD speeds, 5 Gbps USB 3.0 transfer rate, and the convenience of three USB 2.0 ports, a USB 3.0 port and SD/TF slots, all in a plug-and-play package that works across Windows, macOS and Linux. The compact form factor and included USB-C cable are highlighted as travel-friendly features, though reviewers note the lack of Chromebook compatibility and the modest DVD speed compared to higher-end models.
Everyday users highlight the drive's portability and hub versatility, often mentioning how it eliminates the need for separate adapters and makes file transfers from cameras easy. Praise centers on the quick plug-and-play setup, reliable burning, and the handy SD/TF slots. The main criticisms from users are the incompatibility with Chromebook/Surface devices and occasional need for an extra power cable when connected to low-power USB ports.
