Best Blank BD-R Discs of 2026

"I've had a great experience with these discs—never encountered a failure or read error. In my experience, BD-Rs are much more dependable than recordable DVDs or CDs. Just a heads up, these are single layer discs, so they're not ideal for backing up large commercial movies, and you do need a Blu-Ray writer—DVD drives won't work for burning."

"I've been using Verbatim BD-R 50GB discs for years and found them to be very dependable. I did try some cheaper, supposedly 'Verbatim' alternatives from Japan, but their quality was terrible, with visible defects. From my 20 years of burning discs, I've learned to burn at the slowest speed and always use verify mode. For 25GB single layer discs, I never had problems, but with 50GB dual layer discs, I sometimes see failures, even with top brands. Overall, hardware, software, and media quality all matter, and for me, the Buffalo drive is slightly more reliable than ASUS when it comes to 50GB burns."

"These discs get the job done—they're easy to write and worked perfectly in my PS4 for testing. I was curious about the color of the disc bottom (they're dark grey, not blue like I hoped), but that's minor. They burned without issues and functioned exactly as needed, which is what matters most to me."

"I recently tried Verbatim M-Disc Blu-rays for backing up my movie ISO files and was impressed by the flawless performance—every disc burned and verified perfectly. While the price is steeper compared to regular HTL Blu-rays, I appreciate the top-notch quality and reliability. However, the cost might be hard to justify given the similar durability of standard HTL discs. I’ll still stick with Verbatim for my next Blu-ray purchase."

"After researching long-term data storage, I decided to use a Verbatim 100GB M-Disc with my LG 14X USB 3.0 burner and Nero Classic software. The process was smooth and error-free, burning 89GB of mixed files in under an hour. Everything verified perfectly, and even complex files opened from the disc with no issues. The combination of premium burner and software was worth every penny for a reliable archive."

"For years now, I’ve trusted these discs for backing up my most important files. In my opinion, they’re the best choice for archival-quality storage, though it’s important to note you do need an M-Disc compatible Blu-ray drive to burn them."

"I've relied on Verbatim discs for years and appreciate their reliability and longevity for archiving important projects. I haven't encountered any issues with data retrieval or integrity, making them my top choice for master backups."

"While these discs are a bit pricey, I find the quality and reliability to be unmatched. I've tried other brands, but I always come back to Verbatim because I never have problems with them."

"As someone who values stability and longevity, I specifically seek out Verbatim's inorganic dye discs. The HTL write strategy gives me confidence in the product's durability, and I trust Verbatim to deliver on that promise."

"I've tried these PlexDisc BD-Rs after running out of Verbatim, and so far, every burn has been flawless across several drives and players. The price is better than most brands, and I'm pretty happy with the value. I'll keep an eye on long-term durability, but for now, they work great."

"I was hesitant at first since my initial attempts to write to these discs failed, but after switching to ImgBurn, I got consistent, reliable burns with no issues. The printable surface looks great for labeling, and after further testing with different duplicators, these discs performed perfectly. I'm now confident enough to give them a top rating."

"As someone who does a lot of disc burning, I appreciate that these PlexDiscs print beautifully and burn smoothly. I've had no failed burns at 6x speed using my Pioneer drive, and the discs themselves look clean and defect-free. The price and performance combo makes them a go-to for me."

"I've used over 200 of these discs and only had one failure. The burn speed at 6x works well for me and the storage capacity fits my needs perfectly. I definitely plan to reorder in the future."

"My experience has been mostly positive. Out of a 25-disc spindle, only two failed to write, which is acceptable but not perfect. Still, the overall success rate justifies buying again, though losing a couple of discs is a minor annoyance."

"I appreciate the protective thick plastic coating and the fact that I can write easily on the white label. I've used several packs for backing up my Blu-rays, and only encountered one bad disc, which I believe was due to a bad sector and not a manufacturing issue."

"I was a bit skeptical at first because of the low price, but these discs turned out to be high quality and perfect for archiving my Blu-ray and DVD rips. I’ve had no burn errors so far, and the surface is easy to write on with a marker. Just make sure your burning software supports dual-layer Blu-ray discs, or you might run into issues. Overall, the value is unbeatable and I’ll keep using them for my Plex server backups."

"I needed more space for my new 4K video camera recordings, and these 50GB discs were just what I was looking for. They worked perfectly with my external LG burner and played back fine on my older Samsung Blu-ray player. I’ll definitely be buying more when I run out."

"The price for these 50GB discs is fantastic. They generally burn well, though I did have one disc that didn’t work out of the batch—which is something I expect with more affordable media. Still, the overall quality is solid, and labeling is easy. I’ll buy these again, even with the occasional dud."

"I’ve been using these discs with my old Pioneer BDR-XS06 and have burned almost 50 discs without a single error. For the price, the quality matches more expensive brands. I’ll continue using them to see if this reliability lasts."

"After changing to BurnAware software, my failure rate dropped to around 1%, making these discs an excellent value for the money. No significant issues so far."

"I bought these to back up my family photos and videos for the long term. I’ve already burned all 50 discs from the pack with no defects at all. Given how reliable they’ve been, I’d definitely purchase them again."

"As a video creator and musician, I rely on these discs for backing up my large files. I've used them with both Windows (ImgBurn) and Linux (XFburn), and they work flawlessly with my LG external burner. I always verify my burns, and as long as they're stored well, I expect them to last for years."

"I needed a dependable backup solution for my most important data, and these discs have been perfect. After bad luck with a more expensive brand, I've burned 15 discs from this spindle without a single failure. For the price and reliability, I'm definitely satisfied."

"While these discs generally work well and produce great video and audio quality, I did face some issues with packaging during shipping—the box was damaged and cake box flanges broke, though the discs themselves survived unharmed. The product itself is solid, but shipping could be better."

"I've been using these discs for both data backups and custom movie projects, and so far, I've had zero failed burns. The price per GB is hard to beat, and I'm really impressed by the smooth, white printable surface—images come out looking fantastic. For budget-friendly archival needs, these have quickly become my go-to choice."

"After searching for reasonably priced dual-layer Blu-ray discs, I grabbed these out of necessity, and I've been pleasantly surprised by their performance. Burning at the slowest speeds, every disc has been readable on multiple standalone players and drives. While I'm still watching to see if they hold up long-term, for now, they've exceeded my expectations."

"I wanted discs to preserve my home videos and free up hard drive space. Burning has gone smoothly, and I've had no coasters so far. The print surface is very white and smooth, which is great for direct-to-disc printing. For the price, I think this is an excellent value for large storage needs."

"I've really enjoyed using these discs for archiving home movies and storing data. I tested multiple burning programs and drives, and every single disc from the pack burned perfectly. I can't comment on the long-term durability yet, but so far, the quality has been excellent and I plan to repurchase."

"What attracted me was the affordable price compared to other brands. The burn speed is a bit slower, but that doesn't bother me—I appreciate having more discs for my money. I like using these to back up media files and free up space on my server. It's great knowing my data is safely stored and accessible when I need it."

"For me, these have become my go-to discs for everyday use. They may not be the fastest, but they burn reliably and are cost-effective for high-speed writing on a good drive. I haven't had any major issues with them, and they're a solid budget choice for anyone needing a lot of BD-Rs."