Price History for WD 5TB My Passport, Portable External Hard Drive, Black, backup software with defense against ransomware, and password protection, USB 3.1/USB 3.0 compatible - WDBPKJ0050BBK-WESN
This page shows the historical price changes available for WD 5TB My Passport, Portable External Hard Drive, Black, backup software with defense against ransomware, and password protection, USB 3.1/USB 3.0 compatible - WDBPKJ0050BBK-WESN from the retailer Amazon, helping shoppers understand how the price has changed over time and whether the current price is a good deal. This can help you identify common predictable discount patterns, such as seasonal sales or clearance events, and the best time to buy to avoid overpaying.
From Thursday, May 19, 2022 to Thursday, April 02, 2026, this product’s price ranged from $104.59 to $159.95, with the lowest price occurring on Thursday, August 25, 2022. If you’re deciding whether to buy now or wait, reviewing historical pricing can help you determine if the current price is above or below the typical range of $115.15 on average in this case.
Glass It monitored this product’s price for 1 customer so far who requested we send daily alerts when the price drops below their target price. If you're waiting for a better deal, you can also set a price alert to get notified when the price falls below your target. The chart below shows every recorded price change for WD 5TB My Passport, Portable External Hard Drive, Black, backup software with defense against ransomware, and password protection, USB 3.1/USB 3.0 compatible - WDBPKJ0050BBK-WESN over the last year.
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WD 5TB My Passport, Portable External Hard Drive, Black, backup software with defense against ransomware, and password protection, USB 3.1/USB 3.0 compatible - WDBPKJ0050BBK-WESN
| Data size: | 115 records available |
| Lowest price: | $104.59 |
| Highest price: | $159.95 |
| Average price: | $115.15 |
| Earliest price alert: | Thu, May 19, 2022 |
| Latest price alert: | Thu, April 02, 2026 |
| Price increases: | 38 |
| Price Drops: | 33 |
| Price increase alerts: | 42 |
| Price Drop Alerts: | 73 |
| Back In Stock Alerts: | 0 |
| Out of Stock Alerts: | 0 |
| Postal Code(s): | nearest store |
| Product Locale: | US |
| Product Currency: | US Dollar |
| Users Tracked Item: | 2 |
| Users Tracking Item: | 1 |
| Data is based on price change notification settings from Glass It. | |
Price Trend Analysis
The price of the WD 5TB My Passport portable external hard drive has shown significant volatility over the past few years. The lowest price was recorded at $104.59 on August 25, 2022, while the highest price reached $159.95 on April 2, 2026. The average price during this period is $115.15.
From May 19 to July 1, 2022, the price generally increased from $112.47 to $119.99. In late July, there was a drop to $104.59 before gradually rising again. The second half of 2022 saw fluctuations, with prices ranging from $104.59 to $129.96 by November 19, 2023.
In 2023, the price trend remained volatile, with a notable increase in early October to $125.75. By December, the price rose to $131.20, then dropped to $119.99 in January 2025. A significant jump occurred in March and April, reaching $136.45 and $139.99 respectively. The trend continued to fluctuate, with occasional spikes and drops.
Since September 2025, the price has remained relatively stable around $129.9 to $139.99, with a peak of $159.86 in February 2026. The most recent price as of April 2, 2026, is $159.95.
Overall, the price trend indicates a general upward movement with periods of volatility and stabilization.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy?
Based on the provided price history of the WD 5TB My Passport hard drive, it appears that the current price of $159.95 is the highest recorded price in the dataset. The lowest price was observed at $104.59 on August 25, 2022, and the average price over time has been around $115.15.
The recent trend indicates that the price has been increasing since reaching the minimum point. As of April 2, 2026, the price has reached its peak at $159.95, which is significantly higher than the historical lows and even the average price.
Given this information, it may not be an optimal time to buy as the prices are currently at their highest point. It would be advisable to monitor the price trends and consider purchasing when the price drops closer to the historical average or lower again.
However, factors such as your specific needs, the warranty period, and potential future price fluctuations should also be considered before making a purchase decision.
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