Roofull ECD819-SU3
Score: 80/100
Yotuo IDD029-2
Score: 58/100Rankings
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.
YOTUO delivers a feather-light, dual-port USB 3.0/USB-C optical drive with solid CD/DVD speeds and a rugged polycarbonate case. It excels in portability but lacks universal Blu-ray support and has limited compatibility with some Linux flavors.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
625 MB/sbest | 625 MB/sbest | |
8 Xbest | 8 Xbest | |
8 X | 24 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
24 Xbest | 24 Xbest | |
18 monthsbest | 12 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 300 g | 30 gbest |
2 portsbest | 2 portsbest |
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Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Disc Formats | CD‑ROM, CD±R, CD±RW, VCD, SVCD, DVD‑ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD‑RAM, DVD±R DL | DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, CD±RW, DVD‑ROM, CD‑ROM, CD‑R, DVD±R, DVD‑RAM |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 18 months | 12 months |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 300 g | 30 g |
Form Factor | Portable external | External |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Protective carrying case; removable 2‑in‑1 USB cable (Type‑A & Type‑C); auxiliary USB‑to‑micro USB power cable | USB 3.0 cable, USB‑C cable, protective pouch |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | USB-powered | Bus-powered via USB |
Performance(1) | ||
DVD Write Speed (X) | 8 X | 24 X |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface Type | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0/USB-C |
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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.
Reviewers highlight reliable plug-and-play operation, fast USB 3.0 rates, and sturdy construction, while noting the missing Blu-ray on most models.
Users appreciate the instant functionality, lightweight design, and protective pouch, but miss broader device compatibility and Blu-ray capability.
“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.”
