Time Machine Backup External Drives
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Time Machine is a great feature that automatically backs up your Mac's hard drive at set intervals. It's an excellent way to make sure you don't lose any data and to have back up data if you're ever forced to do a clean install. If you have an external hard drive connected to your Mac via USB, Time Machine will also back up any changes you make to files on that drive. Browse the top-ranked list of Time Machine backup external drives below along with associated reviews and opinions.
WD - My Passport Ultra for Mac 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver
Model: WDBKYJ0020BSL-WESNSKU: 6290662Top comment"Nice portable backup drive....Reasonable price, works well so far. Using it as a Time Machine drive for a MacBook.Reformat to APFS if you have a newer Mac....Passport Drive for MAC...Good time machine backup for Macs, just a little slow."
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Access and save data quickly on this Western Digital My Passport Ultra drive for Mac. The hard drive uses USB 3.0 technology and USB-D connectivity to maximize plug-in options. Keep your files safe with the included security software, offering encryption and password protection. Its modern metal design complements your Mac, and out of the box, it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility.Top comment"Nice portable backup drive....Reasonable price, works well so far. Using it as a Time Machine drive for a MacBook.Reformat to APFS if you have a newer Mac....Passport Drive for MAC...Good time machine backup for Macs, just a little slow."
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Access and save data quickly on this Western Digital My Passport Ultra drive for Mac. The hard drive uses USB 3.0 technology and USB-D connectivity to maximize plug-in options. Keep your files safe with the included security software, offering encryption and password protection. Its modern metal design complements your Mac, and out of the box, it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility.See all Mac External Hard Drives & SSDsYour price for this item is $89.99
WD - My Passport for Mac 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue
Model: WDBA2F0040BBL-WESNSKU: 6356883Top comment"Time Machine backup...Used to Backup my Apple Mac no problems. In connecting and backing up the system recommend for all backup Time Machine....Backup for Time Machine...Purchased as backup using Apple Time Machine. Set up was easy"
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Store and access files on the go with this WD My Passport Portable Hard Drive for Mac. The backup software keeps you covered against accidental data loss, and password protection prevents unauthorized access to your content. The portable hard drive comes with USB-A and USB-C cables for flexible connectivity options.Top comment"Time Machine backup...Used to Backup my Apple Mac no problems. In connecting and backing up the system recommend for all backup Time Machine....Backup for Time Machine...Purchased as backup using Apple Time Machine. Set up was easy"
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Store and access files on the go with this WD My Passport Portable Hard Drive for Mac. The backup software keeps you covered against accidental data loss, and password protection prevents unauthorized access to your content. The portable hard drive comes with USB-A and USB-C cables for flexible connectivity options.See all Mac External Hard Drives & SSDsYour price for this item is $124.99Save $14The comparable value price is $138.99
WD - My Passport Ultra for Mac 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver
Model: WDBPMV0040BSL-WESNSKU: 6290666Top comment"Great for time machine backups on Mac...Works great for time machine backups, paired with a 2022 Mac Air it’s simple set up and quick transfer speeds...iMac backup...It was time to replace my old backup disc This one is a better size, smaller Quality is great, and, it is made for iMac backup"
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Access and save data quickly on this Western Digital My Passport Ultra drive for Mac. The hard drive uses USB 3.0 technology and USB-D connectivity to maximize plug-in options. Keep your files safe with the included security software, offering encryption and password protection. Its modern metal design complements your Mac, and out of the box, it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility.Top comment"Great for time machine backups on Mac...Works great for time machine backups, paired with a 2022 Mac Air it’s simple set up and quick transfer speeds...iMac backup...It was time to replace my old backup disc This one is a better size, smaller Quality is great, and, it is made for iMac backup"
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Access and save data quickly on this Western Digital My Passport Ultra drive for Mac. The hard drive uses USB 3.0 technology and USB-D connectivity to maximize plug-in options. Keep your files safe with the included security software, offering encryption and password protection. Its modern metal design complements your Mac, and out of the box, it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility.See all Mac External Hard Drives & SSDsYour price for this item is $134.99
LaCie - Rugged 5TB External USB-C, USB 3.1 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive - Orange/Silver
Model: STFR5000800SKU: 6299877Top comment"I use it to backup MAC Laptop with time machine and it's ultra fast....Time Machine didn't like this no matter what I tried (doubling space on my drive, ensuring it was APFS formatted, etc). "
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Create quick backups while doing fieldwork with this 5TB LaCie Rugged hard drive. It USB-C port offers versatile compatibility, and it's resistant to damage from drops, crushing and rain for durable outdoor use. This LaCie Rugged hard drive comes with two years of Seagate Rescue service for reliable data recovery assistance in case of file damage.Top comment"I use it to backup MAC Laptop with time machine and it's ultra fast....Time Machine didn't like this no matter what I tried (doubling space on my drive, ensuring it was APFS formatted, etc). "
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Create quick backups while doing fieldwork with this 5TB LaCie Rugged hard drive. It USB-C port offers versatile compatibility, and it's resistant to damage from drops, crushing and rain for durable outdoor use. This LaCie Rugged hard drive comes with two years of Seagate Rescue service for reliable data recovery assistance in case of file damage.See all External Hard DrivesYour price for this item is $169.99Save $10The comparable value price is $179.99
SanDisk - Extreme Portable 2TB External USB-C NVMe SSD - Black
Model: SDSSDE61-2T00-G25SKU: 6427551Top comment"Great for Time Machine backups...Super fast and works perfectly for my Time Machine backups...Perfect for Apple’s Time Machine. Make sure to format to APFS."
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Your life’s an adventure. To capture and keep its best moments, you need fast, high-capacity storage that accelerates every move. With up to 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write speeds, store your content and creations on a fast drive that fits seamlessly into your active lifestyle. Up to three-meter drop protection, with IP65 water and dust resistance, a carabiner loop for securing the drive, and a 5-year limited warranty give you the peace of mind to take it with you on travels near and far. From a brand trusted by professional photographers, the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD provides fast solid state performance in a tough, reliable storage solution.Top comment"Great for Time Machine backups...Super fast and works perfectly for my Time Machine backups...Perfect for Apple’s Time Machine. Make sure to format to APFS."
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Your life’s an adventure. To capture and keep its best moments, you need fast, high-capacity storage that accelerates every move. With up to 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write speeds, store your content and creations on a fast drive that fits seamlessly into your active lifestyle. Up to three-meter drop protection, with IP65 water and dust resistance, a carabiner loop for securing the drive, and a 5-year limited warranty give you the peace of mind to take it with you on travels near and far. From a brand trusted by professional photographers, the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD provides fast solid state performance in a tough, reliable storage solution.See all External SSDsYour price for this item is $149.99Save $74The comparable value price is $223.99
Samsung - T7 2TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable SSD with Hardware Encryption - Titan Gray
Model: MU-PC2T0T/AMSKU: 6408301Top comment"Fast SSD drive...Works well on my m1 iMac as a Time Machine backup....time machine workhorse...It worked just like I had planned to use it as the storage for my MAC time machine backups"
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Secure and protect your data with this gray Samsung T7 2TB portable SSD. Large files transfer rapidly with USB 3.2 Gen 2 technology, and the durable thermal construction defends against impact and overheating. This Samsung T7 2TB portable SSD includes software and two cable types to simplify firmware updates and file management across multiple select platforms.Top comment"Fast SSD drive...Works well on my m1 iMac as a Time Machine backup....time machine workhorse...It worked just like I had planned to use it as the storage for my MAC time machine backups"
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Secure and protect your data with this gray Samsung T7 2TB portable SSD. Large files transfer rapidly with USB 3.2 Gen 2 technology, and the durable thermal construction defends against impact and overheating. This Samsung T7 2TB portable SSD includes software and two cable types to simplify firmware updates and file management across multiple select platforms.See all External SSDsYour price for this item is $149.99Save $38The comparable value price is $187.99
Crucial - X9 Pro 4TB External USB-C SSD - Space Gray
Model: CT4000X9PROSSD9SKU: 6551158Top comment"external Crucial SSD drive...Fantastic small external 4Tb ssd use for Time Machine on iMac 2023...It works as expected. I use it as my Time Machine backup SSD"
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Accelerate your workflow with the powerful performance of the Crucial X9 Pro Portable SSD. With read and write speeds up to 1,050MB/s and 4TB of capacity, the X9 Pro has space for thousands of photos, files, and videos along with the speed you need to organize, curate, edit and retouch your portfolio quickly, supporting whatever you do in Adobe Lightroom. The Crucial X9 Pro is plug-and-play ready with a USB-C connection, and works with Windows, Mac, Android, and more. Featuring Micron TLC NAND and water and dust resistance (IP55), the Crucial X9 Pro is designed for durability and style in the studio, in the field, or wherever you roam.Top comment"external Crucial SSD drive...Fantastic small external 4Tb ssd use for Time Machine on iMac 2023...It works as expected. I use it as my Time Machine backup SSD"
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Accelerate your workflow with the powerful performance of the Crucial X9 Pro Portable SSD. With read and write speeds up to 1,050MB/s and 4TB of capacity, the X9 Pro has space for thousands of photos, files, and videos along with the speed you need to organize, curate, edit and retouch your portfolio quickly, supporting whatever you do in Adobe Lightroom. The Crucial X9 Pro is plug-and-play ready with a USB-C connection, and works with Windows, Mac, Android, and more. Featuring Micron TLC NAND and water and dust resistance (IP55), the Crucial X9 Pro is designed for durability and style in the studio, in the field, or wherever you roam.See all External SSDsYour price for this item is $198.99Save $111The comparable value price is $309.99
WD - My Passport Ultra 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver
Model: WDBC3C0020BSL-WESNSKU: 6290664Top comment"Great for Time Machine on Mac...I use this as my time machine backup on my personal MacBook Pro, and it works a treat. ...Don't purchase for Time Machine Backups...When set up for backups, Time Machine formatted it APFS. The drive works, but will not spin down and shut off when ejected. "
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Move essential data across devices efficiently with this Western Digital My Passport Ultra External Portable Hard Drive. The drive uses USB 3.0 technology for quick read and write speeds, and the USB-C connector offers effortless plug-in options while boosting transfer rates. Abundant storage space for all types of media and applications. The backup software lets you automatically save works in progress at your preferred intervals. Password protection and 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption for added security.Top comment"Great for Time Machine on Mac...I use this as my time machine backup on my personal MacBook Pro, and it works a treat. ...Don't purchase for Time Machine Backups...When set up for backups, Time Machine formatted it APFS. The drive works, but will not spin down and shut off when ejected. "
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Move essential data across devices efficiently with this Western Digital My Passport Ultra External Portable Hard Drive. The drive uses USB 3.0 technology for quick read and write speeds, and the USB-C connector offers effortless plug-in options while boosting transfer rates. Abundant storage space for all types of media and applications. The backup software lets you automatically save works in progress at your preferred intervals. Password protection and 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption for added security.See all External Hard DrivesYour price for this item is $89.99
WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
Model: WDBPKJ0050BBK-WESNSKU: 6380848Top comment"Backup Drive...Great little drive. Works great with time machine on Mac....External...Good external drive for backup in iMac in time machine"
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Store, share and transport files with the lightweight Western Digital My Passport Portable Hard Drive. The SuperSpeed USB port lets you transfer large files in seconds and 256-bit AES hardware encryption helps keep your files secure. The My Passport provides enough space to store thousands of files and documents. Auto backup capability allows you to select the time and frequency of file transfers.Top comment"Backup Drive...Great little drive. Works great with time machine on Mac....External...Good external drive for backup in iMac in time machine"
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Store, share and transport files with the lightweight Western Digital My Passport Portable Hard Drive. The SuperSpeed USB port lets you transfer large files in seconds and 256-bit AES hardware encryption helps keep your files secure. The My Passport provides enough space to store thousands of files and documents. Auto backup capability allows you to select the time and frequency of file transfers.See all External Hard DrivesYour price for this item is $139.99Save $5The comparable value price is $144.99
Seagate - One Touch with Password 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with Rescue Data Recovery Services - Black
Model: STKY2000400SKU: 6544449Top comment"Great external hard drive...Extremely easy to set up out of the box..no reformatting necessary for my Mac as I'm using it for a music storage drive, and not a Time Machine (although I have a similar Seagate drive as a time machine and it was easy to format) Both have been reliable thus far....Easy setup for use as a time machine on my iMac....I originally purchased another brand that was marketed as designed for Apple Mac and suitable for a time machine. For some reason, it didn’t work so I bought a Seagate. "
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Store and access photos and files on the go with One Touch HDD with password activated hardware encryption. Quick plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity with Windows, Mac, Chromebook lets you consolidate files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups. Plus—organize your photos with a Mylio Photos complementary subscription and enjoy automatic backups with a Dropbox Backup Plan free trial.Top comment"Great external hard drive...Extremely easy to set up out of the box..no reformatting necessary for my Mac as I'm using it for a music storage drive, and not a Time Machine (although I have a similar Seagate drive as a time machine and it was easy to format) Both have been reliable thus far....Easy setup for use as a time machine on my iMac....I originally purchased another brand that was marketed as designed for Apple Mac and suitable for a time machine. For some reason, it didn’t work so I bought a Seagate. "
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Store and access photos and files on the go with One Touch HDD with password activated hardware encryption. Quick plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity with Windows, Mac, Chromebook lets you consolidate files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups. Plus—organize your photos with a Mylio Photos complementary subscription and enjoy automatic backups with a Dropbox Backup Plan free trial.See all External Hard DrivesYour price for this item is $89.99
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