The Best Optical Drives 2025

1. Sony Interactive Entertainment - Disc Drive For PS5 Digital Edition Consoles (model group – slim) - White

Disc Drive For PS5 Digital Edition Consoles (model group – slim)* Discover Games and Movies on Blu-ray Disc. Add a disc drive to your PlayStation5 Digital Edition console. Play PS5 games and a vast back catalog of supported PS4 titles on Blu-ray Disc. Enjoy watching movies and shows on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs, Blu-ray Discs, and DVDs. *This product is only for PS5 Digital Edition consoles (CFI-2000 model group – slim). Drive will play 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs, Blu-ray discs, and DVDs. Internet connection required to pair Disc Drive and PS5 console upon setup.

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

Browse all of our Data Storage devices, from Blu-Ray & DVD drives to Network Attached Storages, and find the one that's right for your media storage needs.

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. LG - Super-Multi 24x Internal DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive

USB 2.0 interface; BDXL; M-DISC; Silent Play; Jamless Play; up to 6x BD-R, 8x DVD±RW write speeds

Use this LG GH24NSB0 DVD±RW/CD-RW drive to back up your important data on single- and double-layer DVD media and play back a full range of Blu-ray, DVD and CD formats. The 2MB buffer with underrun protection ensures consistent burning results.

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

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 - 8x External USB 2.0 Blu-ray Disc Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Disc Rewriter - Black

Capless sliding lever

Easily and quickly record up to 100GB of data with this LG BP50NB40 8x external USB 2.0 Blu-ray Disc rewriter that features 6x maximum BD-R and 2x BD-RE write speeds to help you rapidly complete your tasks.