Toshiba Canvio Basics 1TB
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 Toshiba Canvio Basics 1TB provides a straightforward, bus-powered HDD solution with solid reliability, drop protection, and broad OS compatibility, but it lacks encryption, USB-C, and bundled software. It's ideal for users who need affordable portable storage without the need for high-speed performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,024 GB | 2,000 GBbest | |
142 MB/sbest | 110 MB/s | |
— | 110 MB/sbest | |
12 months | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.15 kg | 0.14 kgbest |
8 MBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 79 mm | 74.93 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 14 mm | 13.46 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 142 MB/s | 110 MB/s |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 36 months |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo | Windows, Mac (reformat) |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.15 kg | 0.14 kg |
Width (mm) | 79 mm | 74.93 mm |
Height (mm) | 14 mm | 13.46 mm |
Depth (mm) | 109 mm | 107.19 mm |
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1024 GB | 2000 GB |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Cable Type | USB-A to Micro-B | Micro-USB to USB-A |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers note that the Canvio Basics delivers solid, no-frills performance with a focus on reliability and ease of use, praising its rugged enclosure and lack of bloatware while pointing out the limited speed and missing modern connectivity features.
Everyday users consistently praise the drive's plug-and-play nature, compact size, and durability, while complaining about the need to reformat for macOS, lack of encryption, and occasional read-only issues on Windows.
“just plug and go”
“I've been using it for over 2 years without any failure”
“Works well”
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.
