Best Internal CD & DVD Drives of 2026

"I replaced my old burner with this Lite-On drive and it worked flawlessly from the start. I was impressed by how quiet it runs—at first, I thought it wasn't even operating! After having trouble with unreliable external drives, I'm glad to have found an internal drive that's solid and dependable."

"I mainly use this drive for burning ISOs and general DVD tasks. While it functions well with standard discs, I've noticed it struggles with certain double-layer media. Still, for the price, it's a decent performer, and I hope future firmware updates will expand its compatibility."

"I needed a burner that supports Double Layer DVDs and works with my laptop. After adding an adapter, this drive met both needs, offering flexible use and solid value. The only downside is that no cables are included, but overall, I'm very satisfied with its versatility and performance."

"I needed to replace my old DVD drive, and this one was a great fit and has been running flawlessly since installation. Installation was simple, and it got to work right away."

"I popped this drive into my Linux tower, and it just worked—no hassle at all. Lite-On's been making drives for ages, and it shows. Not much more I could ask for."

"I was looking for a burner for boot disks and photo sharing, and this one did not disappoint. Arrived quickly, installed without a hitch, and operates very quietly. The included software didn’t work for me, but I have my own, so not a big deal. Very happy with the purchase."

"I've been using the Plextor PX-891SAF for nearly a year, and its speed and reliability have genuinely impressed me. It consistently reads and burns discs quickly and efficiently, all without making much noise. Definitely worth the investment for anyone needing a dependable optical drive."

"After losing my music collection in a crash, I started ripping over a thousand CDs and chose this Plextor drive based on recommendations. It outperformed my other drives, handling even scratched or dirty discs with ease. When my other drives failed to read a disc, this one almost always succeeded. So impressed, I bought a second one!"

"I'm extremely satisfied with the performance of the Plextor PX-891SAF. Burning discs is incredibly fast, the dual-layer feature is a huge plus, and the drive operates quietly. The build quality feels premium and it fits perfectly in my setup. I’d highly recommend it to anyone wanting a reliable DVD burner."

"I was looking for a budget-friendly DVD-only option, and this one fits the bill perfectly. It was manufactured in 2022 and doesn’t require Blu-ray, which saves me money."

"When I replaced my old drive with this one, it worked seamlessly. No issues with reading or writing—it even used the existing driver without any hassle."

"The drive works well overall, but I did notice it's a bit loud when starting up. Other than that, everything runs smoothly."

"I bought the Plextor PX-891SAF DVD writer to replace my old drive and it's been incredibly dependable. Installation was a breeze—just connected it to a SATA port and my system recognized it immediately. The drive is fast, burns quietly, and reads without errors. I especially value the dual-layer disc support. It's a solidly built drive, much sturdier than the generic ones I've used before. Just remember, it's an OEM unit, so it doesn't come with cables or software—but that wasn't an issue for me."

"As a longtime Plextor fan, I can say this drive lives up to the brand's reputation for reliability. It burns DVDs quickly and accurately, even with media that failed on my external Pioneer drive. I mostly use Verbatim discs, but it handled Sony DVDs just fine, too. It's quiet, works well, and reads everything I throw at it. For best results, I burn at 4x speed, and my discs are readable on all my devices, including older machines."

"This was my first time choosing Plextor after considering LG and Asus. The drive is impressively quiet and was recognized easily by Windows 10. I burn a lot of DVDs and need a drive that cycles the tray for verification—this one does it flawlessly. I didn't use the included software after reading some warnings, but BurnAware Free works perfectly. Highly recommend for PC builders needing a reliable optical drive."

"I picked up two of these drives for my desktop and found them extremely easy to install. The delivery was quick, and after hooking them up with SATA cables, both worked flawlessly. Honestly, I couldn't ask for more."

"This DVD drive offered great value for the money. I'm happy I bought it when I did, before the price increased. No complaints—they work perfectly."

"I've tried a couple of these drives, and both times I noticed a few seconds of static whenever a CD started or I skipped tracks. Playback was fine otherwise, but the static every so often was a bit annoying for me, so I'll probably look at other options next time."

"I needed a way to bring back optical drive functionality to my newer computer, and this drive did the trick for a very reasonable price. It was super easy to install and works just like new. For anyone looking to add an optical drive, I recommend making sure you get the right size for your machine."

"After my old DVD drive died, I put this one in my older Dell PC. Installation was straightforward, the fit was perfect, and it’s been working flawlessly ever since."

"My desktop didn’t have space for a full-size drive, so I tried this compact laptop-style optical drive. It’s much quieter than the older models, though I did notice the tray sometimes sticks and needs a paperclip to open. Still, for my needs, it’s a solid solution."

"I needed to archive a lot of discs quickly, and this drive worked quietly and efficiently, especially with Nero Burning Rom. It handled DVD and BD-R XL 100GB discs without a hitch. Just make sure your mounting bay size matches before buying."

"I installed two of these in my HP Envy laptops and they fit perfectly once I swapped over the mounting hardware. After downgrading the firmware, I was able to watch and back up 4K movies smoothly. Firmware flexibility and 4K compatibility are definite highlights for me."

"For my media center PC, this drive played 4K UHD Blu-Ray content flawlessly. It’s a bit noisy, likely due to the slim design, but nothing some soundproofing foam couldn’t help. If your case only fits slim drives, this one does the job well."

"I needed a dual-layer DVD burner for my Linux setup, and this drive worked flawlessly—no hiccups or compatibility issues. It's truly plug and play, so I’m confident it’ll be just as reliable on Windows systems. If you’re looking for a hassle-free dual-layer drive, this one is a safe bet."

"After replacing my decade-old CD/DVD drives with this one, I was impressed by how simple it was to install and hook up to my motherboard and power supply. Everything connected without any trouble, and it got my Windows 10 PC burning discs again. Plus, it’s noticeably quieter than my previous drive!"

"I’ve had my share of issues with other optical drives, but this one was fantastic straight out of the box. I appreciated the good quality and ease of use—it just worked, no problems at all."