LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt USB-C 2TB Portable HDD Review

Final Thoughts

Pricing

This drive is all new and it isn’t available at the time of writing. Looking at the previous generation LaCie Rugged drives, I would expect it to come in around the $200 / £200 marker.

Conclusion

The LaCie Rugged series is amazing and it is no different with this Thunderbolt and USB-C 2TB version that I’ve tested today. We saw some of the best performance figures that we’ve gotten from portable 2.5-inch HDD drives with chart-topping results. These great results can become even better if you pick one of the SSD versions and that is thanks to the latest generation connection technology.

With both Thunderbolt and USB 3.1 Gen.2, the LaCie Rugged drive can deliver the best in portable drive performance. And that is truly amazing, that the LaCie Rugged comes with all these connection options. Whether you got Thunderbolt, USB Type-C, or traditional USB-A connectors, you’re able to use this drive for all your precious memories.

The Rugged isn’t just a name either as the drive comes with an IP54 rating and is protected from dust as well as water. It can even withstand being run over by a 1-ton car. With that kind of protection, you don’t need to worry about your data safety when you take your storage into the field – may it be for recreational or professional reasons.

Pros

• Great performance
• Great protection
• Multiple connection options
• Large Capacity and SSD options
• Bus-powered

Cons

• None

“The LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt and USB-C is as versatile as it is protected. A great choice for anyone that wants an extra layer of physical protection for their files.”

Thank you LaCie for providing us with this sample.