Kingston DataTraveler 100 G3 128GB
Score: 40/100
Mecheer 8GB
Score: 35/100Rankings
The Kingston DataTraveler 100 G3 128 GB offers solid read performance and a convenient sliding cap, but its write speeds and random performance are extremely low, making it best for occasional read-heavy tasks.
The MECHEER 8 GB 10-pack offers a rugged metal swivel design and low price, making it suitable for classrooms and bulk distribution. However its USB 2.0 interface and limited capacity restrict it to basic file sharing tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GBbest | 8 GB | |
114 MB/sbest | 30 MB/s | |
3.14 MB/s | 15 MB/sbest | |
60 monthsbest | 12 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 20 gbest | 136 g |
| ↓ lower better | 59.9 mm | 55.9 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 21.3 mm | 17.8 mmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 10 mm | 2.5 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 8 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 114 MB/s | 30 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 3.14 MB/s | 15 MB/s |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 60 months | 12 months |
Physical(5) | ||
Weight (g) | 20 g | 136 g |
Length (mm) | 59.9 mm | 55.9 mm |
Width (mm) | 21.3 mm | 17.8 mm |
Height (mm) | 10 mm | 2.5 mm |
Material | Plastic | Metal |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 2.0 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers acknowledge the drive's solid sequential read capability but criticize its abysmal write and 4K random performance, giving it an AS SSD benchmark score of 0.
Users appreciate the large capacity and easy sliding cap, but many complain about painfully slow write speeds and inconsistent copying.
“Sleek case and worked very nicely for what I needed it for”
“Does exactly what you expect it to do”
“Great product!!!”
Professional reviewers note the capless swivel metal housing is a durability win for bulk-use, but criticize the slow USB 2.0 speeds and lack of security features.
Everyday users like the sturdy design and low cost but complain about slow transfers and occasional failures.
