Build a bulletproof backup strategy with the best hard drive and SSD deals you can still get right now — these are our top-rated storage deals to boost your storage for less
World Backup Day may be over, but you can still save big on these storage deals
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A week on from World Backup Day, and to highlight that backing up and securing your files is an ongoing strategy, we've checked for the best SSD deals, hard drive deals, and price-cuts on USB drives and cloud software you can still get right now.
I've picked out some of my favorite backup tools from some of our top-rated devices, as well as some unmissable discounts you won't want to sleep on if you're looking to keep your data safe.
You'll find everything here you need to backup and store files, from SSDs and HDDs to desktop NAS systems, all with up-to-date deal prices.
Internal SSD and HDD deals
This 4TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD delivers read speeds up to 7,000MB/s and strong write performance for fast transfers and responsive system performance. With a large 4TB capacity and pricing at better than half price, it offers huge storage and speed at a reasonable cost.
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This 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD delivers read speeds up to 7,400MB/s and write speeds up to 6,800MB/s, offering fast boot times and quick file transfers. Its PCIe Gen 4 x4 interface and compact M.2 2280 design make it a strong upgrade for modern desktops and laptops. In our review we said it "outclasses its pricier competition."
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This 1TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD in the M.2 2280 form factor, is rated for up to 7,100MB/s reads and 6,000MB/s writes. Built with Micron 3D NAND, it delivers faster boot times, quicker file transfers, and snappier everyday performance compared with Gen 3 or SATA SSDs.
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This 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD delivers read speeds up to 7,400MB/s and fast write performance for quick file transfers and responsive system performance. Its M.2 2280 design fits modern PCs and laptops, and the included $15 promotional gift card adds extra value to the overall deal.
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This 8TB desktop hard drive offers dependable everyday storage for documents, photos, and large media collections. With a 256MB cache and SATA 6Gb/s support, it delivers steady performance, while included cloning software helps simplify upgrades or backups when replacing an older drive in existing systems.
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Portable SSD and HDD deals
This compact external SSD offers 2TB of fast storage with USB4 speeds up to 4000MB/s read and 3600MB/s write. It’s lightweight, powered by USB-C, and ideal for quickly transferring large files, backing up data, or expanding storage for work and creative projects.
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Easily one of our favorite external SSDs, the WD My Passport is a speedy unit with some good security features behind it. And the portability here is ideal for anyone who needs storage on the go.
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Portable external storage designed for Mac offers up to 5TB capacity in a sleek metal enclosure. USB-C and USB 3.1 compatibility ensure fast connections, while included software imports cloud and social content and provides password protection with AES hardware encryption.
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This is a drive for when security is essential. Built-in hardware encryption and automatic locking help protect sensitive data, while USB-C connectivity ensures compatibility across desktops, laptops, smartphones, and Macs. Capacity ranges from 500GB to 2TB with read speeds up to 1000MB/s.
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The SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable 4TB SSD is a high-performance external drive designed for professionals and power users. With USB4 connectivity, it delivers blazing-fast read speeds up to 3,800 MB/s and write speeds up to 3,700 MB/s, making it ideal for 4K/8K video editing, large file transfers, and gaming. Its rugged design offers IP65 water- and dust-resistance, drop protection, and a forged aluminum chassis.
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This 14TB external desktop hard drive provides massive storage for backups, media libraries, and large files. USB 3.0 connectivity enables steady transfer speeds, while plug-and-play setup makes it easy to start using right away on compatible desktop systems without complicated installation steps.
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This is a versatile and portable storage solution. With 5TB of space, it’s ideal for backing up files, storing games, or transferring media between devices. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface ensures fast data transfer speeds and broad compatibility with PCs, consoles, and more.
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Network-attached storage deals
This four-bay NAS is built for fast home storage and powered by an Intel x86 quad-core chip, 4GB of RAM, and a 2.5GbE port for quick file transfers. It supports 4K media streaming, quiet operation, simple mobile setup, and large expansion up to 120TB. Read our review to see what we thought of it.
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Supporting up to 64TB, this 2-bay NAS device earned 4.5 stars in our review, where we called it "the perfect starter NAS for someone who wants to capture Cloud content and also have local computer backups without breaking the bank."
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The QNAP TR-004 is a four bay direct attached storage enclosure that connects over USB C to Windows, macOS and Linux systems. It supports hardware RAID modes including 0, 1, 5, JBOD and individual disks, making it useful for backups or as an expansion unit for compatible QNAP NAS models. The diskless unit includes lockable bays and works as standalone external storage.
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This is a simple one bay NAS with a preinstalled 2TB hard drive for basic home cloud storage. It connects to your router to provide shared access for Windows and older macOS systems. The closed system design aims to reduce security risks, and included tools support automated backups and private folder sharing.
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This 2-bay NAS is powered by an Intel x86 quad-core chip, 4GB of RAM, and a 2.5GbE port for quick file transfers. It can run 4K media streaming easily and supports up to 50 independent user accounts.
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USB drive deals
For lightning-fast speeds and a razor-sharp design, the Patriot Supersonic Rage Prime is an exceptional little device that can outpace many SSDs. It's also available for a little less than many competing brands, meaning you also get incredible value for money with this nifty pen drive.
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This 128GB flash drive delivers fast transfer speeds up to 420MB/s read and 380MB/s write, making it ideal for moving large files quickly. A durable aluminum casing adds protection, while built-in encryption and password support help keep sensitive files secure across compatible USB devices.
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Backup software & cloud storage deals
I personally swear by Backblaze for backing up my computers. You get unlimited data backup and can access your data from anywhere and all for under $100 a year.
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The Basic plan provides unlimited encrypted cloud backup for one computer. It protects documents, photos, and music, supports malware recovery, allows instant data access, and offers courier delivery of recovered files for an additional fee, but does not include antivirus or automatic video backup features.
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The Plus plan covers one computer and one external hard drive with unlimited encrypted cloud backup. It protects documents, photos, music, and videos, includes Webroot antivirus, supports malware recovery, allows instant file access, and offers courier delivery of recovered files for an additional fee required.
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This one-year plan protects three computers with local backup and anti-ransomware security. It includes flexible backups, active disk cloning, quick recovery, and universal restore tools that help restore entire systems or files quickly after failures, attacks, or unexpected data loss.
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This plan protects three computers with local and cloud backup, including 256GB cloud storage. It offers flexible backups, active disk cloning, quick recovery, universal restore, ransomware and identity protection, virus blocking, automatic cloud replication, and Microsoft 365 backup support.
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Lifetime license provides all-round backup, sync, and cloning software for personal Windows PC use. Designed for a single computer, it helps protect files and systems with reliable backup and restore tools, ensuring long-term data security without recurring subscription fees. There are other editions discounted for World Backup Day.
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Wayne Williams is a freelancer writing news for TechRadar Pro. He has been writing about computers, technology, and the web for 30 years. In that time he wrote for most of the UK’s PC magazines, and launched, edited and published a number of them too.
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