Seagate One Touch 2TB
Score: 72/100
WD My Passport 2TB
Score: 74/100Rankings
The WD My Passport 2TB offers solid storage capacity, strong hardware encryption, and a lightweight, bus-powered design, making it a reliable portable backup for Windows users.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GBbest | 2,000 GBbest | |
120 MB/sbest | 110 MB/s | |
120 MB/sbest | 110 MB/s | |
24 months | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.148 kg | 0.14 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 78 mm | 74.93 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 11.71 mmbest | 13.46 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 114.8 mm | 107.19 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 120 MB/s | 110 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 120 MB/s | 110 MB/s |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 36 months |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | exFAT | Windows, Mac (reformat) |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.148 kg | 0.14 kg |
Width (mm) | 78 mm | 74.93 mm |
Height (mm) | 11.71 mm | 13.46 mm |
Depth (mm) | 114.8 mm | 107.19 mm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | Micro-B to USB-A | Micro-USB to USB-A |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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.
“Plugged it in, formatted exFAT in about 3-seconds... and it just… worked. No muss, no fuss.”
“Outstanding choice for Mac users - security, speed, and compatibility all in one.”
“Great as a laptop hard drive or PC hard drive, simply plug in via USB 3.0 to back up with a single click.”
Choose Seagate for stronger hardware security and a premium aluminum build; choose WD if you prefer a familiar plastic design and don't need hardware encryption.
Professional reviewers praise its reliability, security features, and value, while noting the misleading USB-C marketing due to the Micro-USB port.
Users rate it highly for dependable performance and ease of use on Windows, but complain about the USB type mismatch and the need to reformat for Mac.
