I’ve been testing the Sharge Disk Pro for a little while now, and I have to say — this is one of the most interesting little tech gadgets I’ve come across in quite some time. On paper, it might look like just another external SSD, but it’s actually a lot more than that. Think of it as a hybrid between a fast portable drive, a mini docking station, and a cooling solution – all squeezed into something that looks like it belongs on a cyberpunk-themed desk setup.

The first thing that caught my attention is the design. It’s slim, lightweight, and kind of unapologetically nerdy – in the best possible way. Transparent sections let you peek inside at the hardware, and the built-in USB-C cable wraps neatly around the body, so there’s nothing dangling when you’re on the move. It even has magnets on the back for attaching to handhelds or phones. That alone makes it a fun little companion for someone like me who’s constantly swapping between gaming handhelds, phones, and portable consoles.

Performance-wise, it delivers what you’d expect from a USB 3.2 Gen 2 drive – solid transfer speeds, hovering just under 1,000 MB/s. But what really sets it apart is how consistent it is over time. Most portable SSDs throttle hard after a few minutes of heavy use, but the active cooling in this thing (yes, it has a tiny fan!) keeps the temps down and the performance steady. There’s even a little toggle to switch between auto and turbo fan modes — and yeah, you can hear it when it spins up, but it’s far from annoying unless you’re working in complete silence.

Another nice surprise is that it doubles as a hub. You get USB-A, HDMI, and even USB-C PD pass-through, which is awesome when using it with a Steam Deck, ROG Ally, or basically anything with limited ports. You can even turn off the SSD part with a hardware switch if you just want the hub functionality, which is such a clever touch.

That said, it’s not all perfect. The internal SSD is not upgradeable — what you buy is what you’re stuck with. Also, the fixed USB-C cable worries me a bit long-term. If that fails, you’re kind of out of luck. And while performance is solid, you’re still limited to 10 Gbps, so if you’re expecting Thunderbolt-like speeds, you’ll need to look elsewhere.

Still, for my kind of use — especially as someone who’s always bouncing between different handhelds and needs a reliable, portable solution that doesn’t overheat — it makes a lot of sense.

Of course, I’ll be including it in upcoming videos where I test it with a bunch of different handhelds. I’m really curious to see how well it pairs with everything from the Steam Deck to newer Android-based devices, and whether the hub functionality is as smooth in practice as it is on paper.

In the end, I’d call the Sharge Disk Pro a very niche but clever device. If you’re just after raw speed or want to upgrade your drive later, it might not be for you. But if you’re into tech gadgets that solve real problems in a compact and slightly overengineered way — this one’s worth a look.

It’s available right now on Kickstarter, so if you’re interested in jumping in early, that’s where you’ll find it. Just keep in mind the usual caveats of crowdfunded tech — but if everything pans out, this could be a really solid companion for your mobile gaming or work setup.