Product Comparison: Seagate Expansion vs Seagate Expansion Plus


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General Specifications
Brand
Seagate
Seagate
Model
Expansion
Expansion Plus
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The Seagate Expansion Portable hard drive offers an easy-to-use solution when you need to instantly add storage to your computer and take files on the go.
Plug and Play:With no software to install, you'll find installation has never been easier. Just plug it in and go. Fast File Transfers:Works with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 to deliver fast transfer speeds.
Key Specs
Storage Drive Type
Portable
Desktop
Capacity
1000 GB
3000 GB
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Seagate Expansion Portable 1TB External Hard Drive HDD
  • Great compact enclosures. I would suggest putting on some small rubber 'feet' on the base to lift it up and allow any heat to dissipate more freely.
  • I decided on this one purely because of the price point, the capacity, and the fact it was a Seagate!
  • This is my 4th Expansion 4 TB USB 3.0 Hard Drive but I have 7 more ranging between 1TB and 5TB capacity. The first I purchased in 2007 and have never looked back. All are going strong.
  • I bought the 2TB version. Usually, there's a tiny inaccuracy in the capacity. This version is actually 1.81 TB.
  • High-capacity HDDs are also a worry of course, because when they fail they take away a *lot* of data in one go, so these are only used for remote copies of data that is mirrored elsewhere on entirely different devices.
Seagate Expansion Plus 3TB External Desktop Hard Drive
  • Always feels cool, even during backup. Works great so far, without error or incident.
  • Very solid unit fine and sturdy construction.
  • USB 3.0 means faster download/upload speeds. No other power required.
  • Great little external hard drive i use to save my video files. Just plug in, and it works right away, just like a flash drive with a whole lot more space.
  • Overall really solid. Nice color and with some reasonable heft and weight, it doesn't feel cheap at all.
Size & Weight
Color
Black
Black
Height
0.58 in.
1.3 in.
Width
4.61 in.
5.9 in.
Depth
3.15 in.
4.2 in.
Weight
5.92 oz.
10.6 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Seagate Expansion Portable 1TB External Hard Drive HDD
  • Opening the box, the unit is very compact, but functionally has done everything we’ve asked of it.
  • This device is so compact and reliable you can take it anywhere. Excellent value for money. Highly-recommended.
  • I bought it because it was compact but wish I'd gone bigger or another one now because it does feel like the manufacturers did the minimal they could.
  • I’ve never had any data crashes or losses, and the hard drive itself it small and compact for the amount of data it stores.
  • Runs smoothly and is nice and compact.
Seagate Expansion Plus 3TB External Desktop Hard Drive
  • Small size and slim design adds to portability, I bought a case as well for this just in case I dropped it as this is a sure way to ruin an external Hard Drive.
  • The small size takes up barely any desk space and is a simple drag-and-drop device.
  • Good size for the price. I've had mine for several years and it still works as good as when I bought it.
  • The size is portable and design is sleek.
  • Super nice size not too bulky or heavy. It is very easy to use.
Features
OS Compatibility
Windows 10/8/7/Vista
Windows, Mac OS
Interfaces
USB 3.0
USB 2.0 / USB 3.0
Backup Function
Yes
Yes
Extras
Drag and drop file saving, right out of the box, Fast data transfer with USB 3.0 connectivity
Plug and Play, Fast USB 3.0 Speed, Auto backup
What customers say about "Features"
Seagate Expansion Portable 1TB External Hard Drive HDD
  • USB3.0 made loading the drive up for the boss a breeze. This feature is wasted on him, but will definitely benefit me down the line when adding new photos.
  • It could be quieter, but it has good power saving features such as shutting down when not plugged into a computer.
  • Works fine. Took a while to arrive. I can't give it 5 stars as durability and longevity are key features and I have just received it.
  • Note, this drive does not feature a Kensington slot.
  • Not too sure about the boasted feature that it doesn't need a power supply.
Seagate Expansion Plus 3TB External Desktop Hard Drive
  • Installed my Seagate expansion hard drive to my computer, and it works perfect. I love the set up and its speed.
  • Speed wise, size, and use. So far this thing is fast, small and efficient for backing up files for on the go.
  • The enclosure has barely any holes for heat ventilation. The thing will start smelling like burnt plastic after 30 minutes.
  • Has a stupid plug and its starting to give me troubles.
  • It won't work on Windows 10. It stops every ten seconds.
Included
Additional Accessories
USB 3.0 cable
USB cable
Number Of Drives
1
1
Power
Power Supply
Via USB
Via USB
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer


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