Samsung BAR Plus
Score: 87/100
Kingston DataTraveler Exodia 128GB
Score: 60/100Rankings
The Samsung BAR Plus 256 GB is a metal USB-A flash drive offering up to 400 MB/s read speeds and rugged 5-Proof protection. Its write speed tops out at about 62 MB/s and some spec dimensions vary. Ideal for photographers and travelers needing fast reads and durability.
The Kingston DataTraveler Exodia 128GB offers solid read performance and a budget-friendly price with a convenient keyring design. Its major drawbacks are sluggish write speeds and lack of rugged protection. Best suited for light, read-heavy use such as media playback or occasional backups.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
256 GBbest | 128 GB | |
400 MB/sbest | 100 MB/s | |
62 MB/sbest | 20 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.6 gbest | 11 g |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 128 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 400 MB/s | 100 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 62 MB/s | 20 MB/s |
Connectivity(2) | ||
USB Version | USB 3.1 Gen 1 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Interface Type | USB‑A | USB-A |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 9.6 g | 11 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 11.75×15.59×40.26 mm | 10.1×21.1×67.3 mm mm |
Material | Metal | plastic |
Security(1) | ||
Waterproof | true | false |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the BAR Plus for its modern metal design, fast read performance up to 400 MB/s, and comprehensive 5-Proof durability, while noting the write speed of roughly 62 MB/s falls short of top competitors like the SanDisk Extreme Pro.
Everyday users consistently praise the drive's rapid read speeds, stylish metal build, compact form factor and ample 256 GB capacity, with few complaints aside from minor spec inconsistencies.
“lightning-fast speeds”
“very fast USB 3.1”
“stylish, durable”
Professional reviewers acknowledge the Exodia's solid build and impressive read speeds for its price, but consistently criticize its poor write performance and reliance on QLC NAND, which leads to reliability concerns.
Everyday users appreciate the drive's quick read response and convenient keyring design, but the overwhelming complaint centers on sluggish write speeds and occasional data integrity problems.
