Roofull ECD819-SU3
Score: 80/100
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 ROOFULL RF40-SU is a versatile USB-3.0 external CD/DVD drive that adds a USB hub and card readers, making it a handy all-in-one solution for modern laptops, though it lacks Blu-ray capability and macOS hardware eject.
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625 MB/sbest | 625 MB/sbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
18 monthsbest | 12 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 300 g | 250 gbest |
2 ports | 4 portsbest |
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Compatibility(2) | ||
Supported Disc Formats | CD‑ROM, CD±R, CD±RW, VCD, SVCD, DVD‑ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD‑RAM, DVD±R DL | 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, macOS, Linux | Windows 11/10/8/7/Vista/XP, macOS 10.6+, Linux |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 18 months | 12 months |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 300 g | 250 g |
Form Factor | Portable external | External Portable |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Protective carrying case; removable 2‑in‑1 USB cable (Type‑A & Type‑C); auxiliary USB‑to‑micro USB power cable | Integrated USB cable, storage bag, power supply cable, USB-A to USB-C adapter |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | USB-powered | USB Bus-powered |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Ports (ports) | 2 ports | 4 ports |
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Reviewers praise the rare combination of a disc drive, USB hub and card readers, noting the dual connectors and auxiliary power cable as smart design choices for ultrabooks.
Users love the instant plug-and-play performance, fast speeds, and built-in SD reader, while complaints focus on power requirements for low-power devices and lack of Chrome OS support.
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.
“Worked instantly on my Windows 11 HP laptop - no setup needed.”
“Great for backing up family photos to DVDs - fast and reliable.”
“Customer service is outstanding - replaced my faulty unit quickly.”
