Toshiba Canvio Basics 2TB Black
Score: 68/100
WD My Passport 5TB
Score: 83/100Rankings
The WD My Passport 5TB combines 5 TB of portable storage with AES-256 hardware encryption and bundled backup software. Its older Micro-B connector and occasional software issues are drawbacks. Best for users prioritizing security and portability.
The Toshiba Canvio Basics 2TB is a budget-friendly portable HDD offering solid sequential performance and broad compatibility. Its trade-offs include very slow random access speeds and lack of built-in security features. Best suited for casual users needing affordable backup storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 GB | 5,000 GBbest | |
117 MB/s | 134 MB/sbest | |
114 MB/s | 126 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.15 kgbest | 0.21 kg |
1 years | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 14 mmbest | 19.05 mm |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 2000 GB | 5000 GB |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Compatibility(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows; macOS; Android | Windows, macOS |
Performance(2) | ||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 117 MB/s | 134 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 114 MB/s | 126 MB/s |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.15 kg | 0.21 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 14 mm | 19.05 mm |
Form Factor | 2.5-inch | 2.5 in |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | USB-powered | bus-powered |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers agree that the Canvio Basics 2TB offers solid sequential performance and a rugged build at a very low price, but they caution that its random access speeds, lack of security features, and heat generation make it unsuitable for demanding professional workloads.
Consumers overwhelmingly view the drive as an easy-to-use, reliable, and affordable storage solution, emphasizing its plug-and-play simplicity, quiet operation, and value for money, while only a few report connector quality issues.
“just connect and save”
“crappy connector on the drive side, absolutely terrible connection quality”
“Large storage, reliability, ease of use, portability, and fast transfers for media/games/backups”
Professional reviewers commend the WD My Passport 5TB for its reliable high-capacity storage, solid performance up to 138 MB/s read, and strong security features like AES-256 encryption and bundled backup software. They appreciate its compact, bus-powered design and value proposition, though they note the outdated Micro-B USB port, cheap-feeling plastic build, and occasional software stability issues as drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the drive's large capacity, ease of plug-and-play use, portability, and quiet operation, often citing it as a go-to solution for media libraries and game backups. Recurring themes include occasional software glitches, noticeable noise and heat under heavy load, and the inconvenience of the older USB-C port, though these concerns are generally outweighed by the drive's reliability and value.
