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
aelrsoch External Blu ray Drives Player Read/Write Compatible Bluray Burner USB 3.0 / Type-C BD/DVD/CD 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.)
- 【Dual USB Power Design for Stable Operation】：Compared with standard external Blu-ray drives, this drive includes an additional USB power cable, ensuring stable power supply for smooth disc reading and writing. Reduces playback interruption and burning failure caused by insufficient power.
- 【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.
Bestseller No. 2
Wbacon 7 in 1 External Blu Ray Drive, Support 100G Disc R/W Portable Blu Ray Player with USB 3.0 Type-C, CD DVD Burner 3D Blu Ray with SD/TF Port, Blu Ray Burner Compatible with Windows 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.
- Multifunction Blu Ray Drive：This 7 in 1 blu ray player external offers versatile features, plug and play. It can read & burn BD/DVD/CD discs and has 1 SD card slot, 1 TF card slot, 2 USB ports, and 2 type-c ports for data transfer or charging purposes. You can easily transfer music, blu ray uhd movies, and data files from SD cards, TF cards, or through the USB/Type-C ports to your computer. Additionally, you can transfer files from a external blu ray drive to an SD card, USB hard drive, or USB flash drive. Please note that you can only use either the SD card or the TF card at a time. However, both can function simultaneously with the 2 USB 3.0 ports.
- Portable Blu Ray Player: The unique design of our blu ray player for laptop combines both the drive and two different USB cables in one, and the usb bluray player features two concealed wire grooves that are specifically designed to store and carry both USB3.0 and Type-C interfaces. This feature helps users to easily store and transport the external usb blu ray drive without taking up too much space or risk losing one or both cables. The design is both stylish and functional, allowing for hassle-free connectivity and setup. With its innovative design and practical features, our Blu ray drive is an great choice for users seeking a reliable and versatile external optical drive.
- Wide Compatibility: The Wbacon blu ray dvd drive external is fully compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows 7, 8, 10, Vista, ME, SE, XP, and 2000, as well as Linux and all versions of MAC OS 10 or below. However, that it is not compatible with BD recorders, tablet iPads, Surface tablets, TVs, projectors, smartphones, or cars.
- Note: (1) Check whether your computer is compatible with the blu ray rw drive external to play by downloading the software 'Cyberlink BD & 3D Advisor’. (2) Make sure you have the appropriate software installed before playing a CD/DVD on your laptop with this BD player. When playing BDs, it is recommended to use the professional BD player 'PowerDVD10-19' (For Mac OS, Macgo Blu ray Player is recommended). (3) Note that including the initial setting, the region code can only be changed 5 times.
Bestseller No. 3
Dainty External Blu ray Drives Player Read/Write Compatible Bluray Burner USB 3.0 / Type-C BD 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.)
- 【Dual USB Power Design for Stable Operation】：Compared with standard external Blu-ray drives, this drive includes an additional USB power cable, ensuring stable power supply for smooth disc reading and writing. Reduces playback interruption and burning failure caused by insufficient power.
- 【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.
Bestseller No. 4
Ultra-Portable 5-in-1 External Blu-ray Drive: USB 3.0 & USB-C DVD/CD Burner, BD Reader No BD Burning with Dual USB-A Ports & SD/TF Readers – Seamless Laptop/PC Compatibility for Windows, Mac, Linux
- 【All-in-One Blu-ray Drive & USB Hub】 – Enjoy Blu-ray/DVD/CD playback and 6X faster burning, plus 2 USB-A ports, SD/TF card slots for seamless file transfers and multi-device connectivity
- 【High-Speed Playback & Burning】 Experience 3D Blu-ray movies at 6X speeds, 8X DVD, and 24X CD performance. Burn CDs/DVDs seamlessly (Blu-ray burning not supported)
- 【Plug-and-Play Simplicity】 Driver-free setup for CDs/DVDs via USB 3.0/Type-C. Blu-ray playback requires third-party software (PowerDVD, LEAWO, etc.)
- 【5Gbps Ultra-Fast Transfers】 USB 3.0 delivers 6x faster speeds than USB 2.0. Not compatible with TVs, tablets, smartphones, or gaming consoles
- 【Reliable Support & Power Options】 24/7 troubleshooting via Amazon. Includes optional external 5V power input for low-voltage USB ports (adapter not included)
Bestseller No. 5
LG Electronics BDXL Drive - External, Black (WP50NB40)
- Interface: USB 2.0
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 5.7 in x 6.1 in x 0.6 in
- Weight: 9.52 oz
Bestseller No. 6
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!
Bestseller No. 7
Dainty 7-in-1External Blu ray Drive Read/Write with Bluray Burner USB 3.0 and Type-C Compatible with/Windows7-11 Mac OS Support for BD/DVD/CD Drive, Windows 7-11 & Mac, PC 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.
Bestseller No. 8
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.
Bestseller No. 9
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
Bestseller No. 10
External Blu Ray CD DVD Drive, USB 3.0 Type C Blu ray Burner BD Player Read/Write Portable Bluray Drive Slim Optical Blue Ray CD DVD Reader for Laptop PC Windows 11 MacBook Pro Air Desktop Linux OS
- 【5 In 1 Blu ray DVD Drive】External blu-ray drive is a 5 in 1 drive with 2 USB ports and SD/TF slot for reading files/photos/videos between your computer and external storage device. 2 USB ports will effectively solve the problem of insufficient USB ports.
- 【Wide Compatibility】The blu-ray drive external is ideal for various devices, it compatible with Laptop Windows 11/10 PC Mac OS MacBook Pro/Air, iMac and desktop. Please note that Blu-ray player can not work for iPad/ Tablet / Projector / TV/ Chrome OS/ Car/ Smart Phone. (Note: The Bluray DVD Drive does not play 4K Ultra HD Discs).
- 【Plug and Play】External blu ray drive have two different cables, USB & Type C. It can be easily connected to Type-C or USB 3.0 interface, no driver needed, just plug it into the computer and device will be detected soon.
- 【Multi-Functional Blu-Ray Drive】The portable blu ray CD/DVD Drive for laptop is multi-functional that users can use to play music, watch movies, backup data, install programs, and transfer files. And USB 3.0 & Type C interface has strong error correction capability, impact resistance, low noise, and low power consumption.
- 【Portable to Organize】External bluray drives is very light and thin, easy to carry and store. And it with embedded cable design, you don’t have to worry about the loss of wires. It is very easy to organize, you can carry the blu ray drive anytime anywhere.
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.