Crucial X10 Pro - SSD - encrypted - 2 TB - external (portable) - USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C connector) - 256-bit AES

Product Overview

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Crucial’s X10 Pro is a sensible “work-drive” pick if you need fast, pocketable storage for client files, media, or backing up a laptop on the move—and you specifically want encryption without faffing about. The real-world win with Crucial’s external SSDs is that they’re typically reliable and consistent: plug in, it just works, and the drive doesn’t feel fragile or flaky like some cheaper externals. At £307.50 ex-VAT for 2TB, it’s not the cheapest option, but it’s in the sensible band for a brand that resellers can trust not to cause support headaches.

That said, I wouldn’t buy this as an “internal SSD in disguise” replacement for a stationary server or desktop build—external SSDs still cost more per usable pound, and they add the usual USB/port factors. If your main goal is pure price-per-GB for bulk storage, you’ll find cheaper encrypted drives. But if you’re buying for staff who travel, need confidentiality, and want something dependable that won’t turn into an IT ticket generator, the X10 Pro makes a lot of sense.