Maxone 500GB Ultra Slim Portable External Hard Drive
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MaxoneExternal HDDUSB 3.02.5-inch
Specifications
- Capacity
- 500GB
- Interface
- USB 3.0
- Form Factor
- 2.5-inch
- Read Speed
- 130 MB/s
- Write Speed
- 125 MB/s
- Endurance
- —
- Warranty
- 1 year
- Brand
- Maxone
- Price / TB
- $75.98/TB
Value Score Breakdown
Speed (25%)100
Endurance (20%)30
Warranty (10%)10
Reviews (10%)75
Our Verdict
The Maxone 500GB is the price floor of this category at $37.99. It is a bus-powered USB 3.0 portable HDD in an ultra-slim form factor weighing around 100 grams, designed for portability above capacity or value. At $75.98/TB it is not a per-terabyte value pick; the Seagate Portable 1TB ($119.99) delivers double the storage for $82 more. The Maxone is the correct choice when budget is a hard constraint under $40 or the ultra-slim form factor is a specific requirement. At 4.4 stars from 59,940 reviews, it has a strong reliability record for a budget drive. File backup, occasional photo transfers, and light portable storage are its practical scope. This is not a drive for a media library or long-term archiving. For buyers who need more than 500GB, step up to the Seagate Portable 1TB. For buyers with a strict sub-$40 requirement, this is the pick.
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Last checked: Sep 1, 2026
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