Seagate
Seagate One Touch SSD 500GB
Best portable storage for creative professionals on the go.
The Seagate One Touch SSD offers a sleek, portable solution for managing your digital life on the go. Its ultra-small design and high-speed SSD performance make it ideal for quickly backing up photos, videos, and important files. Featuring a minimalist textile finish, this drive seamlessly integrates with both Windows and Mac systems. Enhance your creative workflow with included subscriptions to Mylio Create and Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan, ensuring your memories and projects are always accessible and well-organized.
$155.54
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
562
/ 2796
#562 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-71%
Below average
Capacity
500
/ GB
Who it's for
- Busy professionals needing fast, efficient file backups
- Commuters and travelers wanting lightweight, pocket-sized storage
- Non-technical users seeking simple, automated data protection
Who should skip it
- Power users requiring top-tier NVMe transfer performance
- Outdoor adventurers needing rugged, weather-resistant hardware
- Budget-conscious shoppers prioritizing maximum storage capacity
Performance breakdown
Portability
Ultra-compact frame slips effortlessly into any pocket or gear bag.
Transfer Speed
Solid performance for daily file backups and quick media transfers.
Build Aesthetics
Textile finish offers a sophisticated, tactile departure from standard plastic drives.
Software Integration
Bundled Adobe and Mylio subscriptions add immediate value for creative workflows.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
Seamless plug-and-play functionality across both Windows and macOS environments.
Storage Capacity
500GB is perfect for essential documents but fills quickly with video.
Key Specs
Capacity
500GB
Interface
USB 3.0
Compatibility
Windows and Mac laptops
Dimensions
2.95 inches (L) x 2.19 inches (W)
Weight
0.15 pounds
Form Factor
External Portable
Warranty
1 Year Mylio Create
OS Compatibility
Windows, macOS
Features
- Ultra-small and portable SSD design
- High-speed data transfer
- Continuous USB backup
- Stylish minimalist textile finish
- Includes Mylio Create subscription
- Includes Adobe CC Photography trial
- Works with Windows and Mac
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Seagate One Touch SSD for its remarkable portability and sleek design. The small, fabric covered enclosure makes it ideal for travel and daily use. Reviewers frequently highlight the exceptional ease of use, noting it is truly plug and play across various operating systems without needing complex setup. This drive delivers reliable speed and convenience, making it a favorite for quick backups and media storage on the go. Its strong performance combined with its attractive, compact form factor establishes it as a high value external storage solution.
Know before you buy
No, the drive is compatible with both Windows and macOS out of the box. You can plug it into either system without needing to reformat it for basic file storage.
The drive uses a USB 3.0 interface, which provides significantly faster transfer speeds than traditional mechanical hard drives. It is well-suited for quickly moving large photo libraries and high-definition video files.
Yes, its ultra-small, lightweight design and lack of moving parts make it much more resistant to drops and bumps than a standard portable hard drive. The textile finish also adds a layer of protection against minor surface scratches.
The drive comes with a one-year subscription to Mylio Create, which helps you organize and sync your photos across devices. You also receive a trial for the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan, giving you access to professional-grade editing tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
Yes, the drive supports continuous backup functionality. Once you set it up through your computer's backup software or Seagate's utilities, it will automatically save your files whenever the drive is connected.
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