The Best External DVD Drives 2024

1. Apple - SuperDrive 8x External USB Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Silver

4-in-1 functionalityBuilt-in wireless LANPrints up to 20 ISO ppm in black, up to 11 ISO ppm in color (Print speeds vary with use. See mfg. for info on print speeds.)225-sheet input tray, 35-sheet ADF (automatic document feeder)Touch screen

Create customized DVDs with this Apple® SuperDrive 8x external DVD±RW/CD-RW drive that features support for double-layer media, so you can easily back up your important files. The built-in USB cable ensures simple connectivity.

2. LG - 8x External Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW SuperMulti Blade Drive - Silver

USB interface; slim portable design; up to 8x DVD±R write speeds; 24x24x24 CD-RW

Copy your favorite movies and music to disc with this LG AP70NS50 double-layer DVD±RW/CD-RW drive, which features an overall maximum DVD write speed of 8x for speedy burning. The slim design allows easy portability.

3. LG - 24x Write/24x Rewrite/24x Read CD - 8x Write DVD External USB 2.0 DVD-Writer Drive - Multi

DVD-RAM/±R/±RW Support - 24x CD Read/24x CD Write/24x CD Rewrite - 8x DVD Read/8x DVD Write/8x DVD Rewrite - Double-layer Media Supported - USB 2.0 - Slimline

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4. LG - 8x External USB Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Black

Up to 80MB/sec. read speed; USB 3.0 interface; SanDisk SecureAccess software

Store and play files on disk with this portable LG external DVD writer. Its 8x DVD and 24x CD write speeds let you produce optical copies efficiently, and its silent play technology optimizes read speed while reducing noise. This slim LG external DVD writer supports M-DISC formats for high-quality data storage.

5. Dell - USB Slim DVD+/- RW Drive - Plug and Play - DW316 - Black

48 Hz - 20 kHz

Burn DVDs and CDs with this Dell USB DVD/RW drive. Plug it into your computer's USB port to play and burn discs or to load new software onto the hard drive. This slim Dell USB DVD/RW drive fits into a tote bag, and it draws power directly from the computer's USB port for hassle-free operation.

6. ASUS - 24x Write/16x Rewrite/24x Read CD - 8x Write DVD External USB 2.0 DVD-Writer Drive - Black

USB interface; slim portable design; up to 8x DVD±R write speeds; 24x24x24 CD-RW

Harmony of Technology and AestheticsBurn disc with enhanced data protection in just 3 quick steps and intuitive Disc Encryption lets you do this easilyElegant appearance embody the harmonious marriage of technology and aestheticsDisc Encryption doubles the security with password-controlled and hidden-file functionalityDrag-and-burn interface accomplishes entire jobs in three easy steps

7. LG - 8x External USB 2.0 Double-Layer DVD±RW/±R/-RAM/CD-RW Drive - Black

USB 2.0 interface; TV connectivity; M-DISC support; ultra-slim portable design; up to 8x DVD+/-R and DVD+RW write speeds

Burn discs fast and efficiently with this LG external disc drive. A max 8x DVD+R write speed means you spend less time transferring files and more time enjoying your media, while compatibility with both iOS and Windows lets you use this drive with multiple computers. This LG external disc drive comes with a mini USB cable and needs no other power source.

8. ASUS - 8x External USB 2.0 DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - White

USB 2.0 interface; slim design; up to 8x DVD+R and DVD-R write speeds; up to 8x DVD+RW and DVD-RW rewrite speeds; up to 5x DVD-RAM; up to 16x CD-RW

Create customized CDs and DVDs with this Asus DVD±RW/CD-RW drive that features double-layer support for expanded recording capacity. The USB 2.0 interface offers simple connectivity.

9. ASUS - ZenDrive 8x External DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Black

USB 2.0 interface; slim design; up to 8x DVD+R and DVD-R write speeds; up to 8x DVD+RW and DVD-RW rewrite speeds; up to 5x DVD-RAM; up to 16x CD-RW

Enjoy playing audio CDs and multimedia from DVDs, burning discs, installing software and much more with ASUS ZenDrive V1M, the all-new, high-style external DVD drive and writer. Crafted with sleek, self-storing USB-C cable design, ZenDrive V1M is the perfect complement to the latest-generation ultraslim laptops – in the office or on the go.

10. LG - 6x External Blu-ray Disc Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive

USB 2.0 interface; slim design; up to 8x DVD+R and DVD-R write speeds; up to 8x DVD+RW and DVD-RW rewrite speeds; up to 5x DVD-RAM; up to 16x CD-RW

Transfer digital files or old discs to DVD or Blu-Ray formats with this LG portable Blu-Ray/DVD writer. Jamless play technology prevents breaks in your content by skipping over damaged areas of a disc, while the silent play feature filters out background noise. Able to support a wide range of disc formats, this LG portable Blu-Ray/DVD writer lets you preserve home movies or copies of favorite films by transferring them to new discs.