Testseek.co.uk have collected 46 expert reviews of the Western Digital My Passport Slim USB3 WDBGMT and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Western Digital My Passport Slim USB3 WDBGMT.
December 2013
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The editors liked
Fast
Affordable
Lightweight backup drive with 1TB storage capacity
Light
Robust
Attractive design
Large capacity
Fast transfer rates
Excellent performances
113 MBps read speed
112 MBps write speed
USB 3.0 interface that also powers the drive
Metal finish
Comes with 46 cm cable
The editors didn't like
Not formatted for Macs
Pricey
3.5" format drives are still a little quicker at reading and writing data
Excellent performances: 113 MBps read speed, 112 MBps write speed, USB 3.0 interface that also powers the drive, Metal finish, Comes with 46 cm cable
3.5" format drives are still a little quicker at reading and writing data
The My Passport Slim gets full marks! Western Digital has made a compact and perfectly portable 1 TB storage solution with a stylish and robust casing. What's more, performance levels are excellent thanks to the USB 3.0 interface. Plus, it comes with a pr...
Abstract: Portable external hard drives are extremely useful, and WD have recently released their MY Passport Slim drive, and its time to review the 1TB one.My Passport Slim offers ultra-fast USB 3.0 performance and high capacity in an ultra-thin, metal enclosure...
fast, affordable, lightweight backup drive with 1TB storage capacity
not formatted for Macs
You'll have to spend a few seconds reformatting it for use with your Mac, but apart from that it's hard to fault the My Passport Slim. It's very slim and light, and provides good performance, along with plenty of storage space at a competitive price
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Published: 2013-09-25, Author: Matthew , review by: techradar.com
Light, Robust, Attractive design, Large capacity, Fast transfer rates
Pricey
Overall the Western Digital My Passport Slim is a very impressive portable hard drive. It manages to combine a light and easy-to-carry design with a robust shell that protects it from damage when you're out and about. The selection of software included w...
Published: 2014-06-06, Author: The , review by: hardwarebbq.com
3 Years Warranty, Bundled with a pouch
Bit expensive compared to Seagate's Slim 1TB counterpart, Build Quality could be better
Seagate's Backup Plus Slim STDR1000300 is a bit cheaper and has better transfer speed at the same time when compared to this drive. You don't get a pouch with the Seagate. Its still a good drive, but Backup Plus 1TB is bit better.3 Years WarrantyBundle...
The My Passport Slim isn't the fastest, cheapest or thinnest portable hard drive around. But it offers acceptable speed, respectable storage capacity at a reasonable price.This story, "My Passport Slim review: Solid 1TB portable hard drive, but nothing fl...
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Published: 2013-12-03, Author: James , review by: macworld.com
USB bus powered, 1TB capacity
Middling performance
The My Passport Slim isn't the fastest, cheapest or thinnest portable hard drive around. But it offers acceptable speed, respectable storage capacity at a reasonable price....
Abstract: With so many choices in the marketplace, external hard disk drives have become somewhat of a commodity, differentiated mainly by their storage capacity and price. When that happens - it becomes a race to the bottom. The emphasis shifts from making bet....
All-metal frame feels rugged and premium, Simple, useful backup software works with non-WD drives and Dropbox, Three-year warranty
Not much slimmer than other portable WD drives, Pricey versus competing drives, Seagate Backup Plus drives are more versatile
With able, simple software, a rugged metal shell, and good-enough speed, this drive is a worthy backup choice for frequent travelers. Just note that it costs a slight premium, and it isn’t all that slim. ...
When WD's My Passport Slim hit my doorstop was delicately handed to me by a friendly FedEx worker, I felt like I knew everything there was to know about the product before I took it out of the box. In truth, the Slim is very much like the Ultra that I t...
