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USB flash drives

A USB flash drive is for moving files between devices, not for keeping a lasting backup. The connector comes first: a standard plug, the reversible type found on recent phones, or both. Between two similar-looking models, write speed varies enormously and changes how long copies take. A capless casing that clips onto a keyring prevents many losses.

Rated on these criteria

  • Price
  • Storage capacity
  • Read speed

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The right product depends on the situation. Each page below takes the category’s criteria and changes their weight for one specific need.

What we rate in this category

Every product in the category is rated from 0 to 100 on these criteria : the same for all of them, whichever merchant sells it.

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Price
Compares this USB flash drive’s price against other models with similar capacity. The bar extends when the price becomes more attractive.
Storage capacity
Measures the available space for your files. The bar extends with the number of gigabytes offered.
Read speed
Measures how quickly files transfer from the drive to your computer. The bar extends with the throughput in megabytes per second.

Price brackets by tier

Orders of magnitude, not displayed prices: a price only appears on Kalyneo once it has been collected from a merchant, with its collection date.

Under €15

Small capacity, classic connector and slow write speed that makes copying large files take a while.

€15 to €40

Comfortable capacity, decent speed for daily use and sometimes a dual connector for computer and phone.

Over €40

Large capacity, fast write speed, reversible connector and reinforced casing designed to withstand knocks.

The buying guide for this category USB flash drive buying guide: capacity, speed and price A USB flash drive is chosen primarily by the storage space you need, then by the transfer speed you want. Capacity ranges from a few dozen to several hundred gigabytes, while read speed directly affects the time spent copying your files. Read the guide

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