Alternative to ST1000LM042: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the ST1000LM042 (ST1000LM042 - Seagate 1TB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Seagate parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the ST1000LM042
| SKU | ST1000LM042 |
|---|---|
| Product | ST1000LM042 - Seagate 1TB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive |
| Current price | $522.50 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View ST1000LM042 › |
Alternatives to ST1000LM042
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
STBD1000100 - Seagate Momentus LP 1TB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: STBD1000100
Price: $182.93
ST9500325ASG - Seagate Seagate Momentus 5400.6 500GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Hot Swappable Hard Drive
SKU: ST9500325ASG
Price: $143.39
ST1000LM010 - Seagate Freeplay 1TB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 16MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: ST1000LM010
Price: $163.16
ST1000DL003 - Seagate BarraCuda Green 1TB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: ST1000DL003
Price: $282.20
ST1000LM002 - Seagate FreePlay 1TB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 32MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: ST1000LM002
Price: $480.21
ST31000322CS - Seagate Pipeline HD 1TB SATA 3Gb/s 5900RPM 8MB Cache Hot Swappable 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: ST31000322CS
Price: $160.00
9GW134-305 - Seagate Pipeline HD.2 1TB 5900RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 9GW134-305
Price: $301.42
ST31000340AS - Seagate BarraCuda 1TB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 3.5-inch 3Gb/s 32MB Cache Hard Drive
SKU: ST31000340AS
Price: $226.08
ST9320325AS - Seagate Momentus 5400.6 320GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: ST9320325AS
Price: $68.42
0PDV1F - Dell / Seagate 250GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 0PDV1F
Price: $83.00
9HH132-031 - Seagate Momentus 5400.6 250GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: 9HH132-031
Price: $110.53
ST940817SM - Seagate EE25 40GB 5400RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 2.5-inch Hard Drive
SKU: ST940817SM
Price: $110.53
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.