Tuesday March 31, is World Backup Day. It’s that necessary annual reminder to back up all our important data and documents. And with so many different ways to back up your files, once you’ve set it up, you can leave it unattended, safe in the knowledge that if the worst happens, you’re protected.
Below you'll find a comprehensive collection of our favorite backup products and methods, including HDDs and SSDs — both internal and external — portable flash drives, SD cards, NAS systems, and software and cloud backup solutions.
Where possible, I’ve tried to hunt down the lowest prices available for each item, focusing on deals and limited-time discounts. Over the course of the week, I’ll be checking regularly to make sure prices stay accurate and all the products are still in stock.
The ongoing memory crunch does mean prices for some items remain higher than usual, particularly SSDs and other flash-based storage, and demand for high-capacity memory and storage continues to grow. Although deals still appear regularly, they don’t usually last long.
Internal SSDs
Internal SSDs are standard in modern PCs, with SATA and NVMe types delivering fast storage in sizes up to 8TB, although 2TB currently offers the best balance of cost and capacity.
Internal HDDs
Internal HDDs remain a popular choice for large-capacity storage, with desktop and NAS models offering dependable performance in sizes up to 24TB, making them ideal for backups, media libraries, and long-term data storage at a lower cost per terabyte.
Portable SSDs
Portable SSDs offer fast, compact storage for backups and travel, with capacities reaching up to 8TB, although 1TB to 4TB models remain the most common choices for everyday use.
External HDDs
External HDDs offer convenient, plug-and-play storage for backups and large files, with portable and desktop models available in sizes up to 24TB, making them a practical choice for expanding storage without opening your PC or upgrading internal hardware.
Desktop NAS
Desktop NAS systems provide centralized storage for homes and small offices, with multi-bay designs supporting large-capacity drives and RAID options, making them ideal for backups, media streaming, and secure file sharing across multiple devices on the same network.
USB drives & memory cards
Flash drives and memory cards provide compact, portable storage for photos, videos, and everyday files, with capacities ranging from a few gigabytes to several terabytes, making them a convenient choice for cameras, laptops, and quick file transfers between compatible devices.
Software & cloud
Software and cloud backup solutions protect important files by creating secure copies on local drives or remote servers, helping guard against hardware failure, accidental deletion, or cyber threats while making it easy to restore data when problems occur.
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