LaCie Rugged

57 reviews

May, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 57 reviews of LaCie Rugged. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.5/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the design and usability, whereas many are critical about the price.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of LaCie Rugged from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 5.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.ca.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

May, 2025

Expert review by : Sean Webster (tomshardware.co.uk)

LaCie Rugged BOSS Portable SSD Review: PC-Free Content Offloading

LaCie's Rugged BOSS SSD is a fast, ruggedized computer-free backup device.

SSD Storage ; USB Type-C interface ; Backup content without a PC ; Data recovery service included with the warranty ; Works as a portable power brick

Costly ; 3-year warranty ; USB 3.2 Gen1 performance ; Limited to 1TB capacity

LaCie's Rugged BOSS SSD is a portable SSD that allows you to copy, review, and manage your content laptop-free, a perfect tool for the content creator or avid traveler who's constantly on the go.

May, 2020

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Expert review by : Sean Webster (tomshardware.co.uk)

LaCie Rugged SSD Review: Tough, Secure, and Fast

LaCie's Rugged SSD is a premium, professional-class portable SSD with top-notch security.

Competitive, consistent performance ; Durable and weather-resistant ; 256-bit AES hardware encryption ; 5-year warranty w/ data recovery services

Costly ; Included cables are short

LaCie’s Rugged SSD is a fast, secure portable SSD designed to handle rough conditions on the go -- or a tough fall from your desk. If you’re in need of a professional portable SSD for work, it's a top pick.

Mar, 2020

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LaCie Rugged Key review

When the going gets tough – LaCie has the answer! We review the LaCie Rugged Key

Sep, 2012

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Expert review by (photoanswers.co.uk)

LaCie Rugged

The LaCie Rugged 160GB portable hard drive is a well-designed model that stands out from the crowd with its bright orange rubber protection. Along with the160GB, there are 250GB, 320GB and 500GB models. This is a great piece of kit if you're looking to...

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Expert review by : Brad Bourque (digitaltrends.com)

LaCie 4TB Rugged USB Type-C review

No external power ; Attractive design ; Type-C ; Exceeds promised speeds

Cumbersome setup ; Mechanical drive

Lacie’s Rugged USB-C drive sells in a variety of capacities, with our 4TB review unit retailing for $250. It boasts a sturdy design, massive capacity, and portability only matched by much pricier external SSDs. Those drives offer their own advantages...

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Expert review by : M. David Stone (pcmag.com)

LaCie Rugged SSD Pro Review

The LaCie Rugged SSD Pro external drive is designed for professional videographers and others who work in the field with Thunderbolt 3-equipped computers (most often Macs). Small, light, and even mailable, it earns the right to add "extremely" in front...

Jun, 2020

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Expert review by : M. David Stone (pcmag.com)

LaCie Rugged RAID Shuttle Review

LaCie's two-drive Rugged RAID Shuttle offers the choice of high capacity and fast performance (in striped mode), or of half the capacity with all data mirrored on the second disk. It's ideal for anyone who works in the field and produces oodles of data.

Dec, 2019

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Expert review by : Joel Santo Domingo (pcmag.com)

LaCie Rugged RAID Review

With its protective rubber bumpers and speedy 4 terabytes of storage, the LaCie Rugged RAID has what it takes to handle the rigors of your travels or even just your daily life.

May, 2015

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Expert review by : Ben Mansill (pcauthority.com.au)