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The Best best blu ray optical drive of 2023 – Reviewed and Top Rated

After hours researching and comparing all models on the market, we find out the Best best blu ray optical drive of 2023. Check our ranking below.

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SaleRank No. #1

LG Electronics WH16NS40 16X Blu-ray/DVD/CD Multi compatible Internal SATA Rewriter Drive, BDXL, M-DISC Support, Black

Drive type Internal 16X Blu-ray Disc Rewriter, M-DISC Support. Access time : BD-ROM is 180 ms typ
Interface: SATA (SATA 1.1a), Buffer Memory: 4 MB
Operating System - Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8
Blu-Ray Disc, DVD and CD Family Read/Write Compatible, Write and Read Quad, Triple, Double Layer BD-R Discs
Sustained Rate: BD-ROM: 575.44 Mb/s (16x) max, DVD-ROM: 22.16 Mb/s (16x) max, CD-ROM: 7,200 Kb/s (48x) max

Rank No. #2

LG Electronics BP60NB10 Ultra Slim Portable Hybrid Drive UHD 4K/Blu-ray/DVD+/-RW Drive, USB 3.0 Compatible, PC Windows, Linux, Mac OS, with M-DISC support, Noise Reduction, Black

Connects VIA USB 2.0
Reduces Noise from Disc Spin During Movie Playback
Smooths Out Playback of Damaged Blu-ray or DVD Discs
DVD-RAM), and CD Family Read/Write Compatible

Rank No. #3

LG Electronics WH14NS40 14X Blu-ray/DVD/CD Multi compatible Internal SATA Rewriter Drive, BDXL, M-DISC Support, Black

Drive Type: Super-Multi Internal SATA Blu-ray Disc Rewriter
BD-R SL/DL: 14X/12XDVD-R SL/DL: 16X/8XDVD+R SL/DL: 16X/8X
CD-RW: 24X
Buffer Memory: 4MB
Operating System: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7

Rank No. #4

PIONEER External Blu-ray Drive BDR-XS07S Silver Color to Match Mac.6X Slot Loading Portable USB 3.2 Gen1(3.0) BD/DVD/CD Writer. Supports BDXL and M-Disc Format. USB Bus Powered

Firmware 2024 (version: 1.03 and up)
Long-term data protection with M-DISC Support Support reading and writing M-DISC(DVD, BD: SL25GB/DL50GB/TL100GB) introduced by Millenniata, Inc.
A luxurious silver body that matches the design of the your computer.
Slot loading mechanism Both dependable dustproof and excellent quietness have been realized with original slot loading mechanism.
Included Accessories: User manual (warranty information)/USB Type-C Cable (USB Standard A to USB Type-C)

Rank No. #5

OWC Mercury Pro 5.25" Optical Drive External Enclosure (NO Drive)

Enclosure kit for 5.25" Blu-ray, DVD, and CD Reader/Writers-Add Plug and Play CD, DVD, and/or Blu-ray disc burning to any USB equipped computer
Supports 5.25" SATA I/II optical drives (all CD & DVD devices and Blu-ray drives 6.77 inches (17.2 cm)) and shorter
High-Speed USB 3.2 Interface in a Sleek, Durable Aluminum Chassis
External Enclosure ONLY, Optical Drive NOT included
1 Year OWC Limited Warranty; Includes: OWC Mercury Pro External Optical Enclosure, 0.6 meter (24") USB 3.0 (Standard-A to Standard-B), External power supply and power cable

SaleRank No. #6

Vantec NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, Second Generation of DX, No Drivers Needed, Aluminum Alloy (NST-540S3-BK)

Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD drive; Fit Optical Drive 185mm in Depth
Power Saving Function; Must be connected to sytem to function
Plug and Ready, No drivers needed
Aluminum Alloy Casing for reduced noise and vibration
Hot swappable for system equipped with USB port

Rank No. #7

External DVD/BD Player Read/Write Portable External Drives USB 3.0 and Type-C External DVD Drive 3D Compatible with/Win7/Win8/Win10/ Mac OS

External DVD/BD Player Read/Write Portable External Drives USB 3.0 and Type-C External DVD Drive 3D Compatible with/Win7/Win8/Win10/ Mac OS

Rank No. #8

ORICO External Blu-Ray Drive for Laptop PC BD-R 50GB CD Burner Portable Bluray Optical Drive USB A/Type-C DVD Writing 4k Ultra HD 3D with M-DISC Compatible with/Win7/Win8/Win10/ Win11-BRU3-01

【Powerful Function】: This external blu-ray drives has powerful storage capacity and fast reading speed. The reading speed ofexternal blu-ray drive is up to 6 times, DVD is up to 8 times, and CD is up to 24 times. external blu-ray drives The high-quality 3.0 port can reach up to 5Gbps, which is 6 times faster than 2.0. external blu-ray driveType-C interface has strong error correction capability, impact resistance, low noise, and low power consumption
【Wide Compatibility】High-speed USB 3.0 & Type C interfac are compatible with laptop/desktop/Macbook supporting Windows7/8/10/MacOS. Support 3D Player and enjoy clarity to Nearly 4K quality. (Note: The Bluray DVD Drive does not play 4K Ultra HD Discs). Make sure the playback software on your computer must support the Blu-ray format. Download the "Cyberlink BD&3D Advisor”, start to perform testing, it will tell you a result if your computer support playing blu ray or 3D.
【 Plug & Play】 External bluray burner can read and write CD, DVD, BD. Powered by USB or TYPE-C. The body has an eject button, no need to install any drivers. Simply press the eject button and place the disc into, and plug the Blu-ray DVD drive into your computer USB interface. Then you can enjoy the wonderful time.(The official software must be downloaded to use the burn function: NERO 11)
【USB 3.0 & Type-C】This external Blu-ray drive uses two different cables which can be easily connected to a Type-C or USB 3.0 interface computer, high-speed data transmission;The Blu ray Drive is very light and thin, easy to carry and store, and the skip-proof rubber pad prevents sliding on the desktop;
【Reminder】: External Blu-ray drive playback/burning software is not included, please purchase it separately. Blu-ray playback software Leawo Blu-ray Player, Macgo Windows Blu-ray Player, PowerDVD22 Ultra, WinDVD Pro, etc. are recommended.

Rank No. #9

External Blu ray Drive DVD/BD Player Read/Write Portable Blu-ray Drive USB 3.0 and Type-C DVD Burner blueray Burner for/Win7/Win8/Win10/Win11 for pc/Laptop

【Easy to carry】:external blu ray drive uses two different cables, USB and TPC. The blu ray drive external is very light and thin, easy to carry and store, bluray burner can be easily connected to a Type-C or USB 3.0 interface computer, high-speed data transmission
【HIGH SPEED & SILENT】: This external blu ray drives has powerful storage capacity and fast reading speed. The reading speed of external 4k blu ray drive is up to 6 times, DVD is up to 8 times, and CD is up to 24 times. external blu-ray drives The high-quality 3.0 port can reach up to 5Gbps, which is 6 times faster than 2.0. external blu-ray driveType-C interface has strong error correction capability, impact resistance, low noise, and low power consumption.
【BDXL 4k Ultra HD Blu-ray compatible】external blu-ray drive can play 4K Ultra HD discs , Make sure that the playback software on the computer must support the Blu-ray format. It is recommended to download the free software "“Cyberlink BD&3D Advisor”，Install it on your computer and start the test. If your computer supports Blu-ray or 3D playback, it /will tell you the result。
【Powerful function】:blu ray drive supports writing to M-DISC, an external long-life write-once optical storage medium, allowing you to back up data in your computer to a high M-DISC. Playback of dubbed terrestrial digital content, playback of AVCREC format files shot with camcorders, playback of AVCREC discs made with TV recorders, etc. blue ray player for laptop has powerful storage capacity and fast reading speed
[Note 1]: External Blu-ray drive playback/burning software is not included, please purchase it separately. Blu-ray playback software Leawo Blu-ray Player, Macgo Windows Blu-ray Player, PowerDVD22 Ultra, WinDVD Pro, etc. are recommended.

Rank No. #10

HLDS BU40N Ultra Slim Internal Ultra HD Blu-Ray Optical Drive/ 9.5mm/ UHD Drive

Rank No. #11

PIONEER External Blu-ray Drive BDR-XD08B USB 3.2 Gen1 (USB Type-C) / 2.0 Slim Portable BD/DVD/CD Writer Black

Pioneer New/Updated firmware 2024 included.
Luxurious new color that is easy to match with your PC.
Compact, ultra-lightweight body Clamshell type body that enables the easy insertion and removal of a disc in a narrow space. An ultra-lightweight body 230g (0.51 lb) about the size of a CD case.
Uses a reversible L-shaped USB cable Uses a reversible L-shaped USB cable that allows you to place the drive to the left or right of the PC with ease. *The L-shaped USB cable can connect to the drive in either direction, but when plugged in with the cord extending to the right, the cable blocks the AC Adapter Connector. To avoid damage if using an optional AC adapter, plug in the USB cable so the cord extends to the left.
Easy connection to PCs equipped with Type-C connectors Type-C conversion cable included in box. Easy connection to PCs equipped with Type-C connectors.

Rank No. #12

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.
Support M-DISC BD-R. CNC aluminum body.
The UHD blu-ray drive can read UHD, read and write regular Blu-Ray, DVD, and CD with proper software. For regular blu-ray, DVD and CD, you can use whatever applicable software that come with your computer, or search for the proper software to install on your computer.For playback UHD blu-ray, we recommend using “CyberLink PowerDVD”. It is a 3rd party software that require additional purchase, and it is the only one that we found is reliable.
Please make sure your equipment meet the CyberLink PowerDVD requirement by going through a test by search " Ultra HD Blu-ray Advisor " before purchase. Please note that Cyberlink PowerDVD currently has only PC version. For MAC users there is no suitable UHD blu-ray software yet to the best of our knowledge. So on Mac computer you can only play and write regular blu-ray, DVD, and CD but not the UHD.
Do not use illegal downgrade firmware or playback software. It may damage the functionality of the UHD drive.

SaleRank No. #13

Alphami External 3D Blu Ray DVD Drive, USB 3.0 and Type-C Bluray CD DVD Reader Bluray Slim Optical CD DVD Drive for MacBook OS Windows xp/7/8/10/11 Laptop Desktop PC Laptop (BD Drive)

【High performance】This Blu-ray DVD drive can read CD discs at speeds of up to 24x, DVD discs at up to 8x, and Blu-ray discs at up to 6x. Furthermore, this external Blu-ray reader supports the burning of normal CD and DVD discs in sizes of 8.5GB, 4.7GB, and 700MB, as well as 3D discs. We recommend downloading the free software "Cyberlink BD&3D Advisor" and installing it on your computer for testing. This software will help you determine whether your computer can play Blu-ray or 3D discs.
【New Personalized Design】Equipped with a dual interface design consisting of Type-C and USB3.0, this product provides the widest compatibility and the best movie experience for your computer. You can enjoy unparalleled clarity with near-4K quality (although it does not play 4K Ultra HD discs). Please ensure you plug in the power cable when using it, to prevent the optical drive from malfunctioning due to insufficient power supply.
【Full Compatibility】Our portable blu-ray drive is fully compatible with Windows 7 / 8 / 10 / Vista / ME / SE / XP / 98 / 2000, Linux, and all version of MAC OS 10 or below systems. However, a software must be installed on your computer to use the blu-ray function.
【Stable speed】Alphami external Blu-ray DVD reader comes with Type-C & USB3.0 high-speed interfaces, capable of providing speeds of up to 5Gbps. This product provides reliable performance with robust fault tolerance, which is significantly faster than the traditional USB2.0 (480 Mbps). Furthermore, USB3.0 is backward compatible with USB2.0 and USB1.0.
【After-sales Service】Our package includes 1x USB 3.0 & Type-C Blu-ray drive and 1 x User Manual. If you encounter any issues with the product, please contact us for after-sales service. We are committed to providing outstanding customer support and will work diligently to resolve any problems quickly and to your satisfaction.

Rank No. #14

Dainty External Compatible with Read BD DVD CD Drive Portable 3D

External Compatible with read BD DVD CD Drive Portable 3D with USB3.0 and Type-C Port, Suitable for Windows XP/7/8/10 MacOS for MacBook PC,Silent Highspeedul

SaleRank No. #15

BUFFALO MediaStation Desktop 16x External Blu-ray Drive for PC with USB 3.0. Plays and Burns Blu-Rays, DVDs, and CDs.

📀 COMPATIBLE WITH WINDOWS AND MAC COMPUTERS.
📀 WRITES BLU-RAY DISCS UP TO 128 GB - High capacity burning.
📀 US-BASED SUPPORT - 2-year manufacturer’s warranty.
📀 HIGH SPEED CONNECTION - Fast USB 3.0 technology.
📀 BLU-RAY SPEEDS - 12x read / 16x write.

Rank No. #16

Vantec NST-536S3-BK NexStar DX USB 3.0 External Enclosure for SATA Blu-Ray/CD/DVD Drive all black

Design for 5. 25" Blu-ray/CD/DVD drive
Super Speed USB 3. 0 transfer rate
Plug and play: add your optical Drive to the case, No drivers needed
Hot swappable for system equipped with USB port
Aluminum case for reduced noise and vibration

Rank No. #17

Alphami External Blu ray Drive, USB 3.0 and Type-C Portable Blu-ray Burner DVD Drive 3D Slim Optical Bluray CD DVD Drive for Windows XP/7/8/10，MacOS

【Burning Technology】The external Blu-ray burner features a larger storage capacity and faster reading and recording speeds. It supports burning capabilities for 8.5G, 4.7G, and 700M CDs and DVDs. The advanced high-speed 3.0 interface & Type-C interface of the burner has strong error correction ability, impact resistance, low noise, and low power consumption.
【Wide Compatibility】The USB 3.0 & Type-C Blu-ray drive is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows XP/2003/Vista/7/8/10/11, Linux, and all versions of the Mac OS system. It is perfect for laptops, desktops, and Macbooks without a built-in optical drive. However, please note that it is not compatible with BD recorders, tablet iPads, Surface tablets, TVs, projectors, smartphones, or cars.
【Easy to Carry & Use】 This Blu-ray drive is lightweight and thin, making it easy to carry and store. Its new double-interface design combines two different USB cables in one, allowing you to easily connect to computers that require Type-C or USB 3.0 interfaces.
【Note】This external Blu-ray drive supports 3D playback, allowing you to enjoy real clarity close to 4K quality. However, please note that the drive does not play 4K Ultra HD Discs. Additionally, please ensure that the playback software on your computer supports the Blu-ray format. We recommend downloading the free software "Cyberlink BD&3D Advisor" and installing it on your computer to test whether your computer supports Blu-ray or 3D playback. The software will provide you with the result.
【Buy with confidence】 Seawin Blu-ray drive comes with a 1-year quality warranty. If you have any dissatisfaction or experience any problems after receiving the product, please feel free to contact us. We will do our best to assist you.

Rank No. #18

Digital Pioneer BDR-212V Blu-ray SATA 16x Internal Blue-Ray Writer DVD CD Burner BD Drive with Enhanced DVD Burning Feature (Bulk)

[Better Burning Quality] Enhanced DVD±R burning capability - With Vinpower’s support, Pioneer improved the drive’s DVD±R burning performance by providing consistent and reliable burning of any file type for the duration of the duplication process.
[No Donut Ring] Prevents uneven concentric ring patterns causing “Donut Rings” on the recording layer
[Highly accurate and reliable Blu-ray, DVD, and CD recording] Supports full range of standard Blu-ray, DVD, and CD formats including; 25GB BD-R, 50GB BD-R DL, DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-RW and CD-R.
[Drives Last Longer] Made with better parts - using true Japanese design and parts for a stronger and more reliable drive
[Stable burning throughout] Provides consistent and reliable burning of any file type for the duration of the duplication progress to ensure the recorded media has far greater reliability of playback or that the discs will successfully copy to begin with.

Rank No. #19

ORICO External Blu-Ray DVD CD Drive BD-R 100GB Portable 6X Ultra HD Bluray Burner, CD DVD BD DL BDXL Discs for Laptop Mac MacBook PC Windows10-BRGU3-01

【Smooth Movie Playback】 External cd drive compatible with Windows XP/7/8/10, Mac OS. external Blu-ray drive Supports writing to BDXL Layer 4 media up to 100GB. Ideal for backing up important bulk data on your computer, such as videos, photos, music data, and system files. Portable Blu-ray CD/DVD drive supports 4K quality, HDR (High Dynamic Range)(Windows 11 requires media player and network)
【 Support M-DISC】: Blu-ray optical drive supports writing to M-DISC, an external long-life write-once optical storage medium, allowing you to back up data in your computer to a high M-DISC. Playback of dubbed terrestrial digital content, playback of AVCREC format files shot with camcorders, playback of AVCREC discs made with TV recorders, etc.
【Connection Freedom】This external Blu-ray drive is equipped with USB 3.0 Type C 2 IN 1 cables with high-speed transfer and connection freedom support with laptop/desktop/Macbook supporting Windows7/8/10/MacOS; The Blu ray Drive is very light and thin, easy to carry, and store, and the skip-proof rubber pad prevents sliding on the desktop(The official software must be downloaded to use the burn function: NERO 11)
【Multi-System Support】This cd drive is compatible with Windows XP/2003/Vista/7/8/10,Linux OS,all version Mac OS system. Perfect for PCs and laptops like Mac laptop 2015/MacBook Pro/ASUS gaming laptop/Apple MacBook Air 2020/iMac/Mac Mini and more. (Incompatible with BD recorders, tablet iPads, Surface tablets, TVs, projectors, smartphones, and cars.)
【Note】:External Blu-ray drive can play Ultra HD discs, Make sure that the playback software on the computer must support the Blu-ray format. It is recommended to download the free software "CyberLink BD&3D Advisor”, Install it on your computer, and start the test. If your computer supports Blu-ray or 3D playback, it /will tell you the result

SaleRank No. #20

Guamar External Blu Ray Drive,USB 3.0 Type C Bluray Burner DVD/BD Player Slim Portable Blu-ray Drives Optical Blue ray Disk Reader Writer for PC Laptop Mac MacBook Desktop Computer Windows 11

【New Design Blu-Ray Drive】Guamar 5 in 1 external blu ray drive is completely new designed.This blu ray drive with 1 SD Card Reader,1 TF Card Reader and 2 USB3.0 Port Hubs.There is a Color-Changed Light on the top of the Surface.This external bluray drive can read BD/CD/DVD discs,aslo be used lika a TF&SD Card Reader , Hard Drive, USB flash drive.
【Multi-purpose】When playing this external blu ray burner USB-C, you also can copy pictures or videos from the SD card or TF card to computer, using the USB devices(such as USB flash drive/Mouse/Keyboard / Hard drive/Phone etc) to transfer and charging.(NOTE:SD card and TFcard cant work at the same time,only choose one for you.Each of them can work well with the 2 USB3.0 ports at the same time)
【Easy to Use】 External blu ray drives come with USB 3.0 and Type-C dual interface, easy to hook up with the computer. Plug & Play. No external driver needed. Just plug the blu ray drive directly into your laptop,this external blu ray drive will be be detected automatically automatically recognized within seconds. For desktop,please plug it into the USB/USB C port connected to the mother board
【Wide Compatible】This external blu ray burner supports 3D Blu-ray Disc,read/write Blu-Ray BD DVD CD discs;works well with Windows 7/8/10/11/XP/Vista,Linux,and all vision Mac OS system. Please install playback software before playing dvd disk.Be sure playback software on your computer must support blu-ray format when playing blu-ray discs. We strongly recommend use professional software to play this external blu ray drives,such as Mac Blu-ray Player/ideer Blu-ray Player/Blu-ray Player.
【Customer service】We offer this usb bluray drive external a 2 year support,60 days full refund,each blu ray burner is including a free storage case.Any problem about the guamar external blueray/DVD drive,please feel free to contact with us,we promise to resolve the issue within 24 hours.Any product quality problem in the process of using this external blu-ray drive(Nonhuman destruction),we will provide free & quick replacement.

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A: Samsung Semiconductor Monday introduced a handful of new hard disks and optical drives, including a 3.5-inch desktop PC drive which it bills as the world’s fastest Blu-ray drive on the market. The Samsung SH-B123 combo drive offers read speeds of up to 12X for Blu-ray (BD-ROM) discs, 16X for DVDs and 48X for CD-ROM, according to the company.

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