Seagate Portable 2TB
Score: 51/100
WD My Passport 2TB
Score: 84/100Rankings
The WD My Passport 2TB is a portable, bus-powered HDD offering solid performance, hardware encryption and a lightweight design. It is ideal for Windows users needing secure backup on the go, though the plastic build and lack of ruggedness limit its durability.
The Seagate Portable 2 TB drive offers a budget-friendly, lightweight HDD with solid USB 3.0 performance and wide platform support. It is ideal for casual backups and console storage but lacks ruggedness and built-in security features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 TBbest | 2 TBbest | |
— | 110 MB/sbest | |
— | 110 MB/sbest | |
1 years | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.19 kg | 0.12 kgbest |
5,400 RPMbest | 5,400 RPMbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.190 kg | 0.12 kg |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, PlayStation, Xbox | Windows, macOS |
Storage(1) | ||
Form Factor | 2.5 inches | 2.5-inch |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 100-130 MB/s | 110 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 100-130 MB/s | 110 MB/s |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers rate the drive highly for its performance, compactness, and price, noting the 5400 RPM drive delivers solid 100-130 MB/s real-world speeds, but they point out the lack of encryption and rugged features.
Everyday users praise its instant Windows compatibility, portable form factor, and reliable backup capability, while complaints focus on a loose port, occasional early failures, and the need to reformat for macOS.
“Great portable backup drive”
“Port is loose”
“disappeared”
Choose WD My Passport if you need bundled backup software and a more premium feel; choose Seagate for lower cost and easier recovery.
Professional reviewers praise the My Passport 2TB for its generous capacity, solid USB 3.0 performance, and built-in encryption, calling it a near-perfect portable backup for travelers, but criticize the lack of a metal chassis and rugged features.
Everyday users commend the drive's reliability, ease of setup, and value, while recurring complaints focus on the need to reformat for macOS, audible noise, and a plastic case that feels fragile.
