Our current pick for the best external desktop drive for most ... depending on the day), while 5TB hard drives go for about $150 and 6TB models for about $180. A 2TB SSD, though?

(If it’s an SSD you are after, read Best external SSD for Mac.) There are plenty of choices, too, with compact, portable hard drives designed for use with laptops, and desktop drives with larger ...

A rubberized sheath and port cover shields it, providing more protection against the elements and accidental drops than most external hard drives offer. Meanwhile, the 6TB WD My Passport Works ...

Toshiba’s new drives bring style and portability, but miss the mark with outdated USB Type-A reliance and no 6TB capacity option.