Optical drives no longer come pre-installed in most PCs and laptops, yet they’re still indispensable for many users. Whether for playing old DVDs, installing ancient software from CDs, or burning data backups, an external CD/DVD drive is an extremely simple yet practical accessory.
The Amicool External CD/DVD Drive is currently available on Amazon with a limited-time deal price: normally $28.99, you can grab it right now for just $18.99. That’s a lovely 34 percent discount on a useful gadget that’ll open up possibilities for your PC or laptop.
With over 10,000 units purchased in the last month alone and a 4.3 rating with over 9,600 reviews, it’s a clear winner—especially at this price.
What this drive has to offer
Amicool’s external CD/DVD drive supports USB 3.0 and therefore offers fast data transfers of up to 5 Gbps. It’s also backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.0 ports. It’s technically USB-A, but it also comes with a USB-C adapter so you can use it with newer laptops. You don’t need any additional software or power—it’s fully plug and play.
All common formats are supported, from CD-R and DVD-RW to DVD-RAM. Writing to different media formats is also possible. With read speeds of up to 24x for CDs and 8x for DVDs and write speeds of up to 24x for CD-R, this drive offers solid value. The performance is sufficient for users who occasionally want to burn or read old discs.
The drive case is slim, lightweight, and portable, and the built-in connection cable can be stowed away within the housing, making the device practical for traveling. This makes it suitable not only for use in the office or at home, but also when travelling.
Why this drive is worth it
If you still use CDs or DVDs regularly—or don’t yet but plan on building up a physical media collection in the future—the Amicool External CD/DVD Drive is an inexpensive and practical option.ne of the most interesting external DVD drives on the market.
In reviews, buyers praise the uncomplicated usage and broad compatibility with both Windows and Mac systems. The drive is small, handy, and gets the job done reliably. The price-performance is especially good, providing a functional everyday device at a great price.
Note, however, the manufacturer points out that this USB drive is not suitable for use with phones, tablets, TVs, car systems, or Blu-ray players.
Save 34% on this nifty external CD/DVD drive that connects via USB
This article originally appeared on our sister publication PC-WELT and was translated and localized from German.