Sharge introduces the Disk Pro 2, a versatile pocket-sized SSD enclosure with upgraded design and new features tailored for creators and travellers, including multi-format drive support, varied HDMI output, and magnetic attachment, though limited by its 10Gbps interface.
Sharge is returning to a product that already stood out in a crowded market, but this time with a more flexible design. The Disk Pro 2 keeps the original idea of a pocket-sized SSD enclosure with hub functions and active cooling, while shifting to a user-installable M.2 drive and adding features aimed at creators and travellers. Tom’s Hardware says the new model supports 2230, 2242 and 2280 drives of up to 8TB, and Sharge says the enclosure also includes SD and microSD slots, USB-C and USB-A ports, HDMI output and a detachable cable that can double as a lanyard.
The line now comes in two versions. According to Sharge, the Lite model uses HDMI 2.0 and is rated for 4K at 60Hz, while the Ultra version raises video output to HDMI 2.1 with support for 4K at 144Hz or 8K at 30Hz. Tom’s Hardware adds that the Ultra also has lower minimum power draw and faster card-reader performance, making it the more suitable option for users who want to connect laptops, phones and displays from the same device.
Even so, the Disk Pro 2 remains constrained by its 10Gbps interface. That means the enclosure cannot fully exploit the speed of a modern NVMe SSD once video output and peripheral connections are added to the mix. In practice, Tom’s Hardware describes it less as a full-time dock replacement and more as a compact travel hub: useful for file transfers, display output, accessory connections and memory-card offload, but not a substitute for a higher-bandwidth desktop dock.
The physical design also shows a clear refinement. Tom’s Hardware reports that the new unit is slightly larger than the first Disk Pro, but still small enough to carry easily. The removable USB-C cable is a notable improvement, especially for users who may want a longer lead or a USB-A adapter. The rear of the device is magnetic, allowing it to attach to MagSafe or Qi2-compatible accessories, while the fan system has been reworked with additional side vents and a three-position switch for more control over cooling.
Performance testing suggests the enclosure is not merely about convenience. Tom’s Hardware evaluated the Disk Pro 2 Ultra with a Lexar 710 SSD and found that it performed strongly in both trace-based and synthetic storage tests, often beating other 10Gbps products and occasionally approaching faster USB4 models in responsiveness. The publication says the results will depend on the SSD installed, but the enclosure itself does not appear to be the bottleneck in typical use.
Pricing, however, may be the main obstacle. Tom’s Hardware puts the Ultra at $109 and the Lite at $79, although it notes temporary direct-sale pricing below those figures at the time of writing. Sharge’s own product page lists the Disk Pro 2 at a pre-order price of $89.90 and says shipping is expected from 15 October 2026. For buyers who want one device to handle storage, display output, card reading and light dock duties, the proposition is unusual enough to stand out, even if it is not cheap.
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