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Portable SSDs for backups, photos and video, compared on speed, durability and capacity.

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Best ListExternal SSDs

The best external SSDs 2026

Portable SSDs for backups, photos and video, compared on speed, durability and capacity.

Top pickSamsung T7 Portable SSD 1TB

  1. Best overallSamsung T7 Portable SSD 1TB
  2. OutdoorsSanDisk Extreme Portable SSD 1TB
  3. ValueCrucial X9 Pro 1TB

3 picks · Updated 4. Oct 2026

External SSDs we have researched

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Crucial · External SSDs

Crucial X9 Pro 1TB

Buy it if you want value

Verdict
Buy
Best for
Value
Typical price
£80–£110

Pros

  • Compact
  • Fast

Cons

  • Short cable
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Samsung · External SSDs

Samsung T7 Portable SSD 1TB

Buy it if you want a fast, reliable SSD

Verdict
Buy
Best for
Best overall
Typical price
£80–£110

Pros

  • Fast
  • Small

Cons

  • Not waterproof
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SanDisk · External SSDs

SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD 1TB

Buy it if you need a tough drive

Verdict
Buy
Best for
Outdoors
Typical price
£80–£120

Pros

  • Rugged
  • Carabiner loop

Cons

  • Pricier at times
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Everything in External SSDs

Best ListExternal SSDs

The best external SSDs 2026

Portable SSDs for backups, photos and video, compared on speed, durability and capacity.

Top pickSamsung T7 Portable SSD 1TB

3 picks · Updated 4. Oct 2026