iStorage datAshur Personal2 8GB
Score: 76/100
Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3 NXC 4GB-Black
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3 NXC 4 GB combines fast USB-C performance with 256-bit AES encryption and IP68 waterproofing in a compact aluminum case. Its tiny 4 GB capacity and need for periodic battery charging limit broader use. Best for security-critical tasks requiring a tiny, encrypted USB-C device.
The iStorage datAshur Personal2 8 GB is an ultra-compact, keychain-compatible USB drive with built-in keypad and XTS-AES 256-bit hardware encryption. Its limited 8 GB capacity and modest speeds may restrict power users. Best suited for travelers and individuals needing portable, plug-and-play encryption.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 GBbest | 4 GB | |
170 MB/s | 171 MB/sbest | |
135 MB/s | 160 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 14 gbest | 22 g |
— | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 4 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 170 MB/s | 171 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 135 MB/s | 160 MB/s |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface | Type-A | USB Type-C |
General(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome, Android, Thin Clients, Zero Clients, Embedded Systems, Citrix, VMware | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chrome OS, Symbian, embedded systems |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 14 g | 22 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 83×17.4×8.6 mm mm | 81x18.4x9.5 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the datAshur Personal2 for its unmatched portability and straightforward hardware-only encryption, describing it as the most pocket-sized secure USB drive on the market. However, they caution that its modest 64 GB capacity and inconsistent speed performance limit its appeal for power users who require larger, faster storage solutions.
Professional reviewers and editors are not directly quoted in the available sources; the product is presented primarily through manufacturer claims emphasizing FIPS 140‑2 Level 3 compliance, TAA compliance, and the AegisWare firmware’s malware resistance.
No consumer reviews or ratings were found in the research, so everyday user sentiment cannot be determined from the available data.
