Roofull RF40
Score: 71/100
Origbelie TP520
Score: 59/100Rankings
The ROOFULL External CD/DVD Drive is a portable USB 3.0 optical drive with dual connectors, extra USB ports and card readers, offering fast data rates and a 2-year warranty. It lacks Blu-ray capability and is heavier than some competitors, but its hub functionality and included accessories add value.
Origbelie's drive packs a slim 13 mm chassis, USB-C and USB-A connectivity, and card readers into a portable external unit. It delivers solid CD/DVD speeds and decent USB 3.0 performance, though Blu-ray and Ubuntu compatibility are missing.
| Attribute | | |
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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 | |
24 monthsbest | 12 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 400 g | 207 gbest |
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Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Disc Formats | CD-ROM, CD±R/RW, VCD, SVCD, DVD±R/RW, DVD‑RAM, DVD±R DL | CD±R, CD±RW, CD‑ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD‑RAM, DVD‑R DL, DVD+R DL, VCD, SVCD |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 12 months |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 400 g | 207 g |
Form Factor | Portable external | Ultra‑slim external |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Drive, USB power supply cord, user manual, protective carrying case | Retractable USB cable |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Source | USB bus powered | Bus-powered via USB |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface Type | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0/USB-C |
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Reviewers commend the plug-and-play ease, dual USB-A/C connectors and 8-in-1 hub, noting the auxiliary power cable as a smart solution for low-power laptops, while criticizing the absence of Blu-ray and premium build.
Users praise immediate functionality, fast USB 3.0 transfers and the convenience of the built-in hub, but report occasional power shortages and macOS tray issues.
Reviewers view it as a versatile, budget-friendly hub with good speeds, but note the lack of Blu-ray and limited Ubuntu support.
Users like the plug-and-play reliability and extra ports, while complaining about noise, card-slot limitation, and missing Blu-ray.
“It worked "right out of the box" on Windows and Mac.”
“ROOFULL's support team issued a replacement even after the return window.”
“System lockups on Raspberry Pi 4 with Raspbian.”
