Seagate Backup Plus 5TB
Score: 65/100
Seagate One Touch 2TB
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Seagate One Touch 2 TB portable HDD offers strong hardware encryption, a premium aluminum chassis, and solid USB 3.0 performance in a lightweight package. It is best suited for mobile professionals who need secure, cross-platform storage but do not require rugged durability.
The Seagate Backup Plus 5 TB portable HDD delivers massive storage in a lightweight, bus-powered package with useful backup software. While performance is solid for a mechanical drive, it lacks modern USB-C connectivity and hardware encryption.
| Attribute | Seagate Backup Plus 5TB | |
|---|---|---|
5,000 GBbest | 2,000 GB | |
140 MB/sbest | 120 MB/s | |
140 MB/sbest | 120 MB/s | |
24 monthsbest | 24 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.265 kg | 0.148 kgbest |
128 MBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 80 mm | 78 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 115.3 mm | 11.71 mmbest |
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| Attribute | Seagate Backup Plus 5TB | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 140 MB/s | 120 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 140 MB/s | 120 MB/s |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.265 kg | 0.148 kg |
Width (mm) | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Height (mm) | 115.3 mm | 11.71 mm |
Depth (mm) | 20.9 mm | 114.8 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 5000 GB | 2000 GB |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB 3.0 Micro-B to USB-A | Micro-B to USB-A |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Backup Plus for its excellent price-to-capacity ratio, solid build quality, and useful bundled software, but caution that the Micro-B connector is outdated and the HDD is inherently vulnerable to physical shock.
Everyday users consistently highlight the drive's massive capacity, seamless cross-platform operation, and reliable performance for backups and media playback, while noting the old-fashioned Micro-B cable and occasional warmth as drawbacks.
Professional reviewers highlight the One Touch's strong security features and premium aluminum chassis, noting that hardware AES-256 encryption is uncommon at this price. They commend its straightforward plug-and-play experience but point out the lack of USB-C and limited ruggedness as minor shortcomings.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the drive's reliability, fast setup, and built-in encryption, often rating it 5 out of 5. Common complaints revolve around confusing software trial offers, occasional reformatting for Time Machine, and concerns about shock vulnerability.
“Massive storage - perfect for PS4 games, photos, and videos”
“Works flawlessly with Mac and Windows - no reformatting needed”
“Fast enough for HD video editing and playback - no buffering”
