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Drive Enclosures under $25

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61 drive enclosures under $25 from Orico, Jauarta, Eluteng and more. Most cost $6 to $16, and half cost less than $10.

Top brands: Orico (4)

UGREEN

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Fits 2.5-inch SATA III drives
+Includes a USB-C connection for newer computers
+Converts USB 3.0 to SATA III
$14.99-35%List: $22.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:07 PST - Details
UGREEN

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Fits 2.5-inch drives in 7mm and 9.5mm thicknesses
+Supports UASP for faster data transfer
+Converts USB 3.0 to SATA III
$10.99-8%List: $11.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:06 PST - Details
Orico

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Tool-free installation for 2.5-inch drives
+Fits 7mm and 9.5mm SATA drives
+UASP support for faster transfers
−USB 3.0 speed is slower than 10Gbps models
$7.59
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
UGREENSpec score 8.9

2.5-inch, 10Gbps

+Fits 2.5-inch SATA SSDs and HDDs
+USB-C connection for modern devices
+10Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 2 transfer speed
−Fan adds noise during operation
$21.99-19%List: $26.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:07 PST - Details
Wovelot

2.5-inch

+Holds 2.5-inch SATA drives in an external case
+Includes a USB cable for connecting to a computer
+Converts SATA drives to a USB 2.0 connection
−USB 2.0 interface limits transfer speed compared to USB 3.x
$6.07
as of 11/04/2026 05:11 PST - Details
Orico

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+USB-C connection for modern computers
+Fits 7mm and 9.5mm 2.5-inch drives
+Supports SATA III drives
−5Gbps speed is slower than 10Gbps models
$8.49-15%Was: $9.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:08 PST - Details
Orico

2.5-inch, 10Gbps

+10Gbps: only 1 of 125 here have a higher link speed
$18.99-14%List: $21.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:08 PST - Details
Orico

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+USB-C connection for modern computers
+Clear case shows the drive inside
+Fits all 7mm and 9.5mm 2.5-inch drives
−5Gbps speed is slower than 10Gbps models
$9.99-9%List: $10.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:08 PST - Details
Fanxiang

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Fits 2.5-inch SATA drives with a USB C connection
+Supports 5Gbps transfer speed over USB 3.2 Gen 1
+Tool-free design for quick drive installation
$14.24-5%List: $14.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:06 PST - Details
Maiwo

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Fits 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA drives
+USB 3.0 connection
+Includes a drive adapter cable
$14.24-5%List: $14.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
Aisens

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Fits 2.5-inch drives for laptop and desktop storage
+Supports 5Gbps transfer speed over USB 3.0 or 3.1
+Works with SATA drives through a USB connection
−Limited to 5Gbps, slower than faster USB enclosures
$22.10
as of 11/04/2026 05:06 PST - Details
Generic

2.5-inch

+Aluminum body helps dissipate heat from the drive
+Fits 2.5-inch drives with a 12.5mm thickness
+Compact size suits carrying and small desks
−Only fits drives up to 12.5mm thick
$5.16
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
AOKO

2.5-inch

+USB-C connection works with modern laptops
+Fits 2.5-inch drives from 7mm to 15mm thick
+Tool-free design for easy drive installation
−Supports 2.5-inch drives only, not M.2
$19.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
Beatifufu

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Fits 2.5-inch SATA SSDs
+Hot-swappable drive access
+5Gbps transfer speed over USB 3.0
−Plastic ABS construction
$13.89
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
Benfei

2.5-inch

+Tool-free design allows quick drive installation
+Fits 2.5-inch SATA drives for external use
+Offers both USB Type-C and Type-A connections
−Supports only 2.5-inch drives, not larger sizes
$9.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:06 PST - Details
CableVantage

2.5-inch

+Holds 2.5-inch laptop hard drives
+USB 2.0 connection for external use
+Blue housing for a distinct look
−USB 2.0 limits transfer speed compared with USB 3.0
$5.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:11 PST - Details
Ineo

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Connects via USB 3.0 to SATA III 6Gbps adapter
+Holds a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or SSD
+Supports 5Gbps USB transfer speed
−Limited to a single 2.5-inch drive bay
$15.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:06 PST - Details
Maiwo

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Fits 7mm and 9.5mm 2.5-inch SATA SSD and HDD drives
+USB C connection to SATA drives
+Supports up to 6TB capacity
−Transfer speed of 5Gbps is slower than 10Gbps enclosures
$6.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
Posugear

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Tool-free setup for 2.5-inch drives
+Supports 7mm and 9.5mm drives
+Connects via USB 3.0 at 5Gbps
−USB 3.0 caps transfer speed at 5Gbps
$6.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:08 PST - Details
Generic

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Supports 2.5-inch SATA drives including SSDs and HDDs
+Tool-free design for quick drive installation
+Clear case shows the drive inside
−Plastic case rather than a metal enclosure
$5.98
as of 11/04/2026 05:11 PST - Details
Yardwe

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Supports 2.5-inch SATA drives
+UASP support for faster data transfer
+LED indicator shows drive activity
−Plastic ABS housing rather than a metal enclosure
$13.49
as of 11/04/2026 01:07 PST - Details
Zkbszn

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Aluminum body for a sturdy housing
+USB Type-C connection for modern computers
+Supports 5Gbps transfer speed over USB 3.0
$5.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:11 PST - Details
Yuancuncci

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Holds 2.5-inch SATA drives in an external case
+Supports 5Gbps USB 3.1 data transfer speed
+Accommodates drives 7mm and 9.5mm thick
$7.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
Yubjiang

2.5-inch

+USB Type-C connection for modern computers
+Supports USB 3.1 connection
+Works with SATA SSD and HDD drives in 2.5-inch size
$11.55
as of 11/04/2026 06:06 PST - Details
Frigraf

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Tool-free design for quick 2.5-inch drive installation
+USB Type-C connection included
+USB 3.0 5Gbps transfer speed
$8.94
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
A-Goldnest

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Aluminum alloy housing for a sturdy case
+Supports 2.5-inch SSD and HDD drives
+USB 3.0 to SATA III connection
$8.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
Cable Matters

2.5-inch, 10Gbps

+Premium aluminum construction
+Fits 2.5-inch SSDs and HDDs
+10Gbps transfer speed over USB-C
$24.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:10 PST - Details
Cable Matters

2.5-inch, 5Gbps

+Tool-free design for quick drive installation
+Supports 2.5-inch SATA drives
+Supports both hard drives and SSDs
$5.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:10 PST - Details

Compare specs

drive enclosureDriveLink speedSpec scorePrice
2.5-inch5Gbpsn/a$14.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:07 PST - Details
2.5-inch5Gbpsn/a$10.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:06 PST - Details
2.5-inch5Gbpsn/a$7.59
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details
2.5-inch10Gbps8.9$21.99
as of 11/04/2026 01:07 PST - Details
2.5-inchn/a$6.07
as of 11/04/2026 05:11 PST - Details
2.5-inch5Gbpsn/a$8.49
as of 11/04/2026 10:08 PST - Details
2.5-inch10Gbpsn/a$18.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:08 PST - Details
2.5-inch5Gbpsn/a$9.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:08 PST - Details
2.5-inch5Gbpsn/a$14.24
as of 11/04/2026 05:06 PST - Details
2.5-inch5Gbpsn/a$14.24
as of 11/04/2026 01:06 PST - Details

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