Samsung BAR Plus 128GB
Score: 80/100
Maspen 64GB Swivel
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Samsung BAR Plus 128 GB delivers blazing-fast read speeds and a rugged metal body, making it ideal for portable, durable storage, though its write speed and lack of encryption limit some use cases.
The Maspen 64 GB USB 2.0 flash drive offers a rugged swivel-cap design and solid read performance for legacy devices, but its slower USB 2.0 speeds and FAT32 limitations make it less suitable for large-file workloads.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GBbest | 64 GB | |
400 MB/sbest | 100 MB/s | |
60 MB/sbest | 60 MB/sbest | |
60 monthsbest | 12 months | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.13 gbest | 9.07 g |
| ↓ lower better | 40.1 mmbest | 57.15 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 15.5 mmbest | 18.29 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 11.9 mm | 11.43 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 64 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 400 MB/s | 100 MB/s |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 60 months | 12 months |
Physical(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 1.13 g | 9.07 g |
Length (mm) | 40.1 mm | 57.15 mm |
Width (mm) | 15.5 mm | 18.29 mm |
Height (mm) | 11.9 mm | 11.43 mm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Interface | USB 3.1 Gen 1 | USB 2.0 |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, Linux, macOS |
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Professional reviewers commend the BAR Plus for delivering on its promise of speed and resilience, highlighting the 400 MB/s read performance, metal construction, and five-year warranty as standout attributes.
Everyday users love the drive's plug-and-play ease, sleek metal look, keyring convenience and the confidence that it survives drops and water, while noting slower-than-advertised write speeds.
“Even your grandma can use this”
“Sleek, compact, and very portable”
“Saved my files after dropping it in water”
Professional reviewers and editors view the Maspen drive as a practical, no-frills storage solution. They commend its 360° swivel cap, plug-and-play ease, and bulk packaging, while noting that its USB 2.0 interface and modest speeds keep it out of the high-performance segment.
Everyday users generally rate the drive highly for durability, portability, and ease of use, especially appreciating the swivel cap and keyring loop. Common complaints focus on slower write speeds, FAT32 file-size limits, and occasional inconsistencies between units in a pack.
