Orico is well-known for making great external storage products–and the newest venture, going by the name of “Storage Backuper,” is an exciting one. Storage Backuper is an external backup solution specifically designed for smartphones but is also compatible with PCs.
Note: Orico is currently running a Kickstarter campaign for the Storage Backuper. The project has already reached its goal, but you can still pledge funds to receive certain rewards based on the amount pledged.
Storage Backuper Design and Specs
The Storage Backuper, for as much good as there is to say about this product, went with a rather interesting choice in design. The look of the case is nice enough–it’s your typical transparent, plastic case with some logos and other marketing content printed on it.
The case itself felt a bit flimsy, though, which was surprising considering the whole idea of the product is to carry around a 2.5″ storage drive in. One nice drop on a hardwood floor may be the end of it. If you’re going to be carrying this around (Orico gives you a lanyard to do just that), be extra careful.
If Orico would consider giving its next model a more sturdy design, we’d likely give it an A+.
Here’s the product specs for the Storage Backuper.
| Model | ORICO BA2110 |
| Material | PC Transparent Material |
| Color | Clear |
| Output Interface | For phones: USB3.0 Type-A For PCs: USB3.0 Type-C |
| Input | SATA3.0 |
| Transfer Rate | 5Gbps |
| Power Supply | 5V Type-C |
| Installation | Tool-free sliding cover |
| Status Indicator | Light on: Power supply connected Light blinking: Transferring data |
Storage Backuper Compatibility and Features
Storage Backuper is specifically designed for mobile devices (iOS and Android), but it’s also compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux. The large range of compatibility makes it an ideal backup solution for many different use cases.
In terms of drive compatibility, you can use any 2.5 SATA drive up to 2TB in capacity. You can even use an M.2 NVMe drive with a SATA adapter. OS and drive compatibility makes up for any issues you may have with the previously mentioned build quality.
Orico also developed a really user-friendly app to manage your data within Storage Backuper. The app, called iStore Pro, can be downloaded in Google Play or the iOS App Store.
Android user’s will be happy to know that they can back up their device’s images, audio, files, and contacts. iPhone users? Well, there are some restrictions. Due to some limitations, iPhone users can only do image and contact backup–audio and file is out the window. This may be a deal breaker for many users. Orico is known for being on top of things. I’d guess they’re working on ways to bring a completely compatible device to all users–it would seriously surprise me if they weren’t.
Final Thoughts
Orico is a great company. They make really good, affordable products. The physical quality of the Storage Backuper was a little concerning, but given its multi-device, multi-drive compatibility, this is one backup device you’ll wanna take a good, long look at.
I’m excited to see what comes next. Fingers crossed for a a sturdier design with a metal case (most users are willing to spend extra for this), and full iOS compatibility.
