If you’re like me, you have a large collection of movies on Blu-Ray. It’s great to be able to pop in a movie and watch it on my big screen TV, but sometimes I don’t want to unload all of the discs and haul them over to my TV. That’s where an external Blu Ray drive comes in handy.
You can easily connect it to your computer and watch your movies right on your desktop or laptop screen. Plus, they’re really affordable these days! Check out some of the best external Blu Ray drives below.
Best External Blu Ray Drives: Editor Recommended
Our Editor’s Best External Blu Ray Drives Reviews
Bestseller No. 1
Wbacon 7 in 1 External Blu Ray Drive, External Blueray/DVD Drive for PC with SD/TF Port Blu Ray Burner, Support 100G Disc R/W for PC External Blu Ray Drive for Windows Linux MacOS Laptop Desktop
- 🔵 Support 100G Disc Read&Write: This external blu ray drive allows you to burn high-capacity 100GB discs, perfect for large file storage, backups, or creating high-definition content. Enjoy hassle-free burning for all your media needs. It reads Blu-ray discs at up to 6x, DVDs at up to 8x, and CDs at up to 24x.
- 🔵7-in-1 External Bluray Drive: This blu ray burner offers versatile features. It has 1*SD card slot, 1*TF card slot, 2*Type-C ports, 1*USB 3.0+1*USB 2.0 ports,and 1*2-in-1 cable(usb3.0+type-c) for data transfer or charging purposes. It supports reading BD/DVD/CD discs and writing BD/DVD/CD discs. You can easily copy music, movies, and data files from SD cards, TF cards, or through the USB/Type-C ports to your computer. You can also transfer files from a Bluray player to an SD card, USB hard drive, or USB flash drive. Please note that the SD card and TF card cannot be used simultaneously; you can only choose one at a time. However, both of them can function simultaneously with the USB ports.
- 🔵 Compact & Portable Design: With its lightweight, slim design, this external blu ray drive is perfect for on-the-go use. Easily slip it into your bag or backpack, making it the ideal companion for business trips, travel, or working from home.
- 🔵 Broad Compatibility with Blu-ray Software Required: This external Bluray drive is compatible with a wide range of devices, including laptops, PCs, working seamlessly with Windows, macOS, and Linux. However, Bluray playback and writing require specific software, such as PowerDVD, Leawo Blu-ray Player, or VLC Media Player. [𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞, 𝐬𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞.] Simply install your preferred Bluray software to get started.
- 🔵 Confident Purchase: Wbacon 7 in 1 Multifunctional external blu ray drives are easy to use and built to last. If you encounter any concerns or issues with the product upon receiving it, we are always at your service. We're committed to customer satisfaction and will do everything we can to help.
$65.99
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Bestseller No. 2
ASUS Powerful Blu-ray Drive with 16x Writing Speed and USB 3.0 for Both Mac/PC Optical Drive BW-16D1X-U
- Super-fast 16X Blu-ray writing speed with BDXL support that supports data storage up to 128 GB
- Cloud backup solution for Android devices. Supported operating system is windows 10, windows 8, windows 7, windows vista, windows xp and mac os x 10.6 or higher
- MacOS and Windows Compatiblity via USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen1) connection. Temperature Operating : 5 ℃ to 40 ℃
- Diamond-shaped design for luxury look and clean aesthetics
- Cyber Link Power2Go 8 disc-burning process with optional encryption functionality for extra private files protection
$179.99
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SaleBestseller No. 3
aelrsoch External Blu ray Drives Player Read/Write Compatible Bluray Burner USB 3.0 / Type-C DVD Burner Blu ray Player for pc, Windows 7-11 & Mac（Black）
- 【Powerful function】: This external bluray drive has powerful storage capacity and fast reading speed Turbocharge workflows with USB 3.0’s 5Gbps bandwidth—6X faster than USB 2.0. Effortlessly manage BD（100GB）. CDs (700MB), DVDs (4.7GB), and dual-layer DVDs (8.5GB). has strong error correction capability, impact resistance, low noise, and low power consumption.(Note: Incompatible with TVs, Tablets, PS4, iPads, Chromebooks, Projectors, or Vehicles.)
- 【Easy to carry】: external blu ray player combines two different USB cables into one. external blu ray drive for laptop。easy carrying and storage of USB3.0 and Type-C interfaces, and it can be easily connected to Type-C or USB 3.0 interface computer。
- [Strong Compatibility]: blu ray drive external Software Required: This blu ray player for pc a wide range of devices, including laptops, PCs, working seamlessly with Windows, macOS, and Linux. However, Bluray playback and writing require specific software, such as PowerDVD, Leawo Blu-ray Player, AnyDVD，or VLC Media Player. iDeer Blu-ray Player Simply install your preferred Bluray software to get started.（Note: This product does not come with the playback software, please purchase it separately.）
- 【Easy to Use】: The usb blu ray drive external is very easy to use, it can compatible read and write CD, DVD and compatible with BD. Designed for convenience, this Blu-ray drive is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry during business trips or vacations.
- [24/7 Expert Support]: This product includes one-year warranty service. Stuck with unrecognized drives or Blu-ray errors? Contact us via Amazon orders for instant troubleshooting guides and personalized solutions
$68.79
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Bestseller No. 4
External Blu Ray Drive, Support 50G Disc Read/Write Bluray Drives, Portable 3D Blu Ray Burner with USB 3.0 and Type-C, Blu Ray Reader Suitable for Windows XP/7/8/10/11 MacOS for Laptop, Desktop, Mac
- 【Superior Blu Ray Functionality】: The Yaeonku external blueray/dvd drive for pc features enhanced storage capacity and accelerated read/write speeds. It enables burning functions for CDs and DVDs with capacities of 8.5G, 4.7G and 700M. These usb blu ray burner's advanced high-speed 3.0 interface & Type-C interface provide excellent error correction capabilities, impact resistance, low noise
- 【Portable & User-Friendly】: This stylish external blu ray drive is crafted for easy portability and storage convenience. The dual-interface design combines two separate USB cables into one, allowing seamless connections to computers featuring either Type-C or USB 3.0 interfaces. With its intuitive design, it's incredibly easy to transport and utilize on-the-go. Besides, we've included a slip-proof rubber pad to prevent sliding on the desktop, and recessed cable design for easy storage and space saving
- 【Wide Compatibility】: Our USB 3.0 & Type-C blueray/dvd player for pc offers extensive compatibility with various operating systems, including Windows XP/2003/Vista/7/8/10/11, Linux, and all versions of the Mac OS system. Please note, however, that it is not compatible with BD recorders, iPad tablets, surface tablets, TVs, projectors, smartphones, or cars
- 【Note】: This external blu ray burner supports 3D playback, delivering a lifelike experience with clarity comparable to 4K quality. However, it is important to mention that the drive cannot play 4K Ultra HD Discs. Additionally, please ensure that the playback software installed on your computer is compatible with the blu ray format. We recommend downloading the software "Cyberlink BD&3D Advisor" and installing it on your computer to verify if it supports Blu Ray or 3D playback. Please note: The software is not included with the optical drive.
- 【Confident Purchase】: Package includes: 1x USB 3.0 & Type-C Blu Ray Drive, 1 x User Manual. If you experience any difficulties with our product, please contact us at all times if you have any other questions. Please note that the area code can only be changed up to 5 times including the initial settings.
$57.99
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Bestseller No. 5
archgon Premium Aluminum External USB 3.0 UHD 4K Blu-Ray Writer Super Drive for PC and Mac
- Premium external UHD 4K Blu-Ray Writer Super-Muti drive
- Used on PC, full function UHD 4K Blu-ray playback with appropriate 3rd party software, read and write DVD and CD.
- On Mac, read and write regular Blu-Ray, DVD, and CD. Note that when using with Mac the drive may not be able to playback UHD 4K blu-ray because there is lack of supporting 3rd party software.
- Support M-DISC BD-R
- CNC aluminum body
$137.99
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Bestseller No. 6
8 in 1 External Blueray/DVD Drive for PC, External CD/DVD Drive for Laptop Support 100G Disc 3D, Bluray Burner with HDMI/LAN/USB 3.0/Type-C/SD/TF Port, Blu-ray Player for Windows XP/7/8/10/11 MacOS
- 【Support 100G Burning Technology】: Compared to a external blu ray drive for laptop, this product support 100G BD disc reading & writing, this external blu ray drive features an advanced high-speed 3.0 interface that reaches a maximum speed of 5Gbps, which is 6 times faster than traditional 2.0 (480Mbps). Additionally, the Type-C interface has strong error correction capabilities, impact resistance, and low power consumption, ensuring stable and reliable data transfer. And our drive can read BD discs at speeds of up to 6x, DVDs at up to 8x, and CDs up to 24x
- 【HDMI Function】The external cd/dvd drive for laptop has an HDMI interface, which can be used to transmit video and audio signals without the need for additional cables! HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, as well as multi-channel digital audio, delivering a lifelike experience with clarity. Additionally, please ensure that the playback software installed on your computer is compatible with the blu ray format. We recommend downloading the software "Cyberlink BD&3D Advisor" and installing it on your computer to verify if it supports Blu ray or 3D playback. The software will provide the test results accordingly
- 【LAN Function】There is a LAN interface at the back of the blu ray burner external (used to connect devices to a local area network). It can help your device transfer data and communicate within the LAN, enabling functions such as resource sharing, etc
- 【High Performance】The external cd burner for laptop offers versatile features. It has 1 SD card slot, 1 TF card slot, 2type-c interface ,1 USB 3.0 ports ,HDMI interface and 1000M ethernet port. In addition, it also comes with a type-c power port and type-c output interface. Our 8-in-1 external optical drive supports reading and writing BD/DVD/CD discs
- 【Wide Compatibility】The USB 3.0 & Type-C blueray/dvd cd reader for laptop supports a wide range of operating systems, such as Windows XP/11/7/8/10, and Mac OS system. This multifunctional external blu ray drive is an ideal choice for laptops, desktops, and MacBooks lacking an integrated optical drive. Kindly be aware, though, that it is not compatible with tablet iPads, surface tablets, TVs, projectors, smartphones, or cars
$110.99
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Bestseller No. 7
LLMHHKYK External Blu-ray Drive, Portable Blu-ray Player & CD DVD Burner – USB 3.0 & Type-C BD/DVD/CD Reader, Plug and Play, Lightweight for Windows/Mac/Linux (2 in 1)
- 【Premium External Blu-ray Drive】 Enjoy seamless playback with this Portable Blu-ray Player, supporting BD reading up to 6X, DVD at 8X, and CD at 24X. Effortlessly burn CDs/DVDs with low noise and energy efficiency. (Note: Can read but cannot burn Blu-ray discs)
- 【Plug & Play CD DVD Burner】 This External Blu-ray Drive works instantly for CD/DVD playback and burning—just connect via USB 3.0 or Type-C. (Blu-ray playback requires third-party software like PowerDVD or Leawo)
- 【Ultra-Fast USB 3.0 & Type-C】 Experience rapid 5Gbps transfers with high-speed USB 3.0 and dual USB-A/C connectors. Perfect for laptops and desktops (Not compatible with Chromebook, TV,Tablet, iPad, Truck and Car)
- 【Sleek & Portable Blu-ray Player】 Featuring a brushed texture shell and embedded data cable, this lightweight drive is ideal for travel, work, or home entertainment
- 【Reliable Support Guaranteed】 Need help with setup or Blu-ray playback? Contact us via your Amazon order for quick assistance!
$53.99
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Bestseller No. 8
Dainty External Blu-ray Drive Support for Blu-ray DVD/CD Player/Read/Write, USB 3.0 &/Type-C, Support for Blu-ray/DVD/CD, BD Drive, Windows 7-11 & Mac, PC-Compatible, M-DISC(Black)
- 【USB3.0 & USB-C (Type-C) & High-Speed Data Transfer Design】compatible with Blu-ray player is compatible with both USB3.0 and Type-C connections, achieving up to compatible with Blu-ray6x, 8x DVD, and 24x CD read/write speeds.
- 【Powered by Data Cable + Additional USB Power Cable】This external compatible with Blu-ray drive is powered via a USB data cable, requiring no external power source for convenience. Additionally, the included USB power cable can be connected to a USB power adapter to ensure stable performance, even in cases of power insufficiency, making it suitable for extended use and compatible with Blu-ray playback
- 【Six Ports for Excellent Expandability】This BD drive is not only an external drive but also includes six expansion ports to connect USB flash drives, SD/TF cards, mice, keyboards, and other devices. This compatible with Blu-ray external drive also functions as a USB hub, offering efficient data management and business use in a compact design.
- This external compatible with BD drive supports writing data, video, and photos to compatible with BD-XL(100GB)、compatible with BD-RE/R (25GB)、compatible with BD-RE/R DL (50GB)、DVD-RE/R (4.7GB)、DVD-RE/R DL (9.6GB)、and SD/TF cards. With Windows and Mac OS standard writing functions, it enables data writing to compatible with BD/DVD and is a high-speed external compatible with Blu-ray drive. It also compatible with BD/DVD M-Disc. (The user manual details how to write data on PC, making it easy for beginners.)
- 【Space-Saving Design, Portable】This Blu-ray player features a compact, slim design with a convenient cable storage area on the bottom, making it easy to place in offices or at home. Its lightweight design, about 400g, makes it easy to carry, ideal for use during travel or business trips.
$79.99
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Bestseller No. 9
XRTFORE External 4k Blu Ray Drive for Pc,Portable 4k UHD Blu Ray Player,SD/TF Port with Carry Case, USB 3.0 HD Blu-Ray Player,DVD+/-RW External Optical Drive for MacBook Pro Windows Laptop
- 【Pre-use Information】Please make sure your equipment going through a test" Ultra HD Blu-ray Advisor " before purchase.When playing BDs, it is recommended to use the professional BD player 'PowerDVD10-19' (For Mac OS, Macgo Blu-ray Player(paid) is recommended).
- 【Portable and Protective】This External Bluray CD/DVD drive is very slim and lightweight embedded cable design, worry- off cable missing any when and where, skip-proof rubber pad prevents sliding on the desktop, with thicker protective carrying case,so you can easily carry in your laptop bag ideal for home, office, or anywhere you go.
- 【Wide Compatibility】The 4K blu ray drive external is ideal for various devices, it compatible with Laptop Windows 11/10 PC Mac OS MacBook, you can use this blu-ray drive with almost all computer including MacBook Pro/Air, iMac, Windows laptop, and desktop PCs. This Blu-ray drive can not work for iPad/ Tablet / Projector / TV/ Chrome OS/ Car/ Smart Phone.
- 【6 In 1 4K Blu Ray Drive】 External 4K blu-ray drives is not only a 4K bluray CD and DVD reader, but also a bluray CD/DVD burner, writer, rewriter,recorder,ripper and many port hub(3 USB Ports, 1 Type-C Port and 2 TF/SD Card Slots)
- 【Hassle-Free Shopping】 If the blu-ray CD/DVD drive you received cannot work with your computer for any reason, just reach out to us for tech support, We will take responsibility and provide a one-year warranty service.
$99.99
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Bestseller No. 10
USB 3.0 and Type-C External Bluray Drive, External Bluray Burner and Eternal Blueray/DVD Drive for PC, Blu Ray Disc Reader Compatible with Windows XP/7/8/10, Laptop, Desktop, MacOS for MacBook
- ✔ BD CD DVD Drive Burner--- This external bluray drive can not only read to Bluray CD DVD disc but also write them.Its ability to read and write bluray CD DVD discs with fast speed ensures that large files will be handled with ease and efficiency.It has a larger storage capacity(50G)which make it burn files with high performance. Bluray reading and writting speeds are up to 6x, DVDs up to 8x, and CDs up to 24x. Supports 8.5G 4.7G 700M CD DVD burning capabilities. Advanced high speed 3.0 interface,up to a maximum of 5Gbps(6X faster than 2.0(480Mbps)) & Type-C interface has strong error correction ability, impact resistance, low noise and low power consumption.
- ✔ Wide Compatiblity --- This USB 3.0 & type-c external blu-ray drives can be used in laptops/ desktops/ Macbook. And compatible with Windows XP/7/8/10/11, Mac OS. You can burn Bluray discs, watch movies, and install software on both your PC and Mac devices with seamless compatibility.Support 3D Player and enjoy clarity to Nearly 4K quality.(Note: The Bluray DVD Drive does not play 4K Ultra HD Discs). Make sure the playback software on your computer must support the Bluray format. Download the "Cyberlink BD&3D Advisor”, start to perform testing, it will tell you a result if your computer support playing blu ray or 3D.
- ✔ Fashional Light Design --- When you use the Blu Ray Disc Reader for pc to play your favorite BDs/DVDs, the drive will have a beautiful lanter change on the top. It’s so cool to use this external optical drive at night.
- ✔ Easy to Use ---This external bluray drive burner is very easy to use,the body has an eject button,simply press the eject button and place the disc into, and plug the Blu-ray DVD drive into your computer USB interface without installing other drive. Then you can move old files,movie,games,music from BD CD or DVD to your computer.It can support up to 50G.This external bluray drive allows you to access old files from discs whenever you need them.It has been a life saver for transferring files and doing backups
- ✔ Slim Design And Space Saving-The external bluray/dvd drive for pc is about 15cm*14cm*2cm.The small size make it don't take up too much space on the desktop.With a sleek design that fits comfortably in your laptop bag.
$59.99
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Best External Blu Ray Drives Buying Guide
When shopping for an external Blu Ray drive, keep in mind whether you want a portable or desktop model. Portable models are typically smaller and come with their own carrying case, making them great for traveling. Desktop models are usually larger and require an AC adapter, but they tend to be faster and have more features.
Connection type is also an important consideration. USB 2.0 is the most common, but some drives also offer USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt. USB 3.0 is the fastest option, but it’s not compatible with all computers. Thunderbolt is even faster, but it’s even more limited in terms of compatibility.
Finally, think about the features you want. Some drives come with special software for playing and burning Blu Ray discs, while others simply allow you to read them. Some drives also support 3D playback, which can be a nice bonus if you have a 3D TV.
What else you should know about best external blu ray drives
1. What is the best external Blu Ray drive on the market?
There is no definitive answer to this question as it largely depends on personal preferences and needs. Some popular external Blu Ray drives include the LG BP50NB40, the Pioneer BDR-XD05B, and the Samsung SE-506CB/RSBD.
2. What are the features of a good external Blu Ray drive?
Some features of a good external Blu Ray drive are that it is USB 3.0 compatible, has a fast data transfer rate, and is easy to use.
3. How do I choose the right external Blu Ray drive for me?
There is no one answer to this question as it depends on your specific needs and preferences. However, some things to consider when choosing an external Blu Ray drive include the following:
-The type of computer you have (PC or Mac)
-The connections available on your computer (USB, Thunderbolt, etc.)
-The speed of the drive (read and write speeds)
-The size of the drive (portable or desktop)
-The price
4. What are the benefits of using an external Blu Ray drive?
Some benefits of using an external Blu Ray drive are that they are usually cheaper than an internal drive, they are easy to install, and they are easy to use.
5. How do I use an external Blu Ray drive?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the process for using an external Blu Ray drive can vary depending on the make and model of the drive, as well as the operating system you are using. However, in general, you will need to connect the drive to your computer using a USB cable, and then use a Blu Ray playback software to play back the content on the disc.
Conclusion
On the market, there are numerous best external blu ray drives. Hopefully, the list of the top ten best external blu ray drives will save you time researching and deciding on the best one for you.