Best USB 3.0 3.5" enclosure?

[Deleted member 4644]

I have had some pretty bad luck with ESATA enclosures, and I think I am ready to move on to USB 3.0.

What are the most reliable enclosures you all have tried? Willing to pay a bit of a premium if needed.

 

[zuffy]

Been happy with the Rosewill one. It can be quite noisy since it's all metal with many vent holes.

 

[code65536]

If you're quick, you can still get in on today's Shell-Shocker (I think all the SS's expire at midnight Pacific?). Rosewill USB3+eSATA enclosure for $35. Add the 30%-off Rosewill enclosure coupon (EMCJHKB54) on top of that, and it's down to $24.49. This version has adjustable fan speeds, which might help with noise issues...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817182245

 

[stargazr]

+1 for Rosewill. I have 2 similar to this model -
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817182247

They are mostly aluminum, well built and have a power switch and fan. Most external drives don't even have ventilation holes. The only drawback is they do not have a stand to set on edge (well not very stable).

 

[COPOHawk]

Rosewill works.

Like stargazr...I have a number of Rosewill enclosures, actually the link he posted, that work well. I used the Rosewill promo code on newegg to order another one, bringing my total to 5 of that model.

Why? Even if the USB conversion electronics fail...I will have a replacement. I have noticed no issues so far though.