Kingston DataTraveler SE9 G2 32GB
Score: 66/100
Kingston Ironkey Locker+ 50 32GB
Score: 43/100Rankings
The Kingston DataTraveler SE9 G2 32 GB offers a sturdy metal design, fast read speeds, and a convenient keyring, making it a solid budget choice, though its write speed and lack of encryption limit its suitability for larger or sensitive files.
A 32 GB encrypted USB flash drive with FIPS-certified hardware encryption, metal construction and built-in cloud backup. It offers strong security features but requires specific Windows drive-letter configuration and lacks password recovery.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
32 GBbest | 32 GBbest | |
100 MB/s | 145 MB/sbest | |
15 MB/s | 115 MB/sbest | |
60 monthsbest | 60 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.07 gbest | 20 g |
| ↓ lower better | 45 mmbest | 60.56 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 12.2 mmbest | 18.6 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 4.6 mmbest | 9.6 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 100 MB/s | 145 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 15 MB/s | 115 MB/s |
Security(1) | ||
Encryption Support | false | true |
Physical(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 9.07 g | 20 g |
Length (mm) | 45.0 mm | 60.56 mm |
Width (mm) | 12.2 mm | 18.6 mm |
Height (mm) | 4.6 mm | 9.6 mm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Interface | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS | Windows, macOS |
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Professional reviewers from B&H and Camera Gear commend the SE9 G2 for its sturdy metal construction, capless design, and solid read performance, positioning it as a reliable, budget-friendly option. However, they note that its write speed lags behind rivals and that it lacks any security features.
Everyday users rate the drive highly (average 4.9/5 on Best Buy), praising its fast reads, sleek metal look, and keyring convenience. Common complaints focus on the slow write speed, absence of an activity LED, and the tendency of the metal finish to scratch with regular keychain use.
“Great transfer rates”
“Stylish and compact”
“Perfect for a keychain”
Professional reviewers commend the LP50 for its robust, FIPS-certified hardware encryption, user-friendly passphrase mode, and the convenience of built-in USBtoCloud backup, noting that the mandatory drive-letter allocation and absence of any password-recovery option may hinder less-technical users.
Everyday users appreciate the drive's straightforward plug-and-play setup, the confidence of hardware encryption, and the practical metal design with a key loop. Common frustrations revolve around Windows drive-letter conflicts, permanent data loss if passwords are forgotten, occasional slower write performance, and the device warming up.
