SanDisk Cruzer Blade 8GB
Score: 61/100
SamData USB Flash Drives
Score: 57/100Rankings
The SanDisk Cruzer Blade 8 GB USB 2.0 flash drive features a retractable connector and built-in 128-bit AES encryption in a tiny plastic form factor. Its USB 2.0 speeds are modest (up to ~42 MB/s read, ~12 MB/s write) and the connector can be fragile, making it less suitable for heavy use. Ideal for casual users needing basic storage for documents and small files.
The SamData 32 GB USB flash drive offers a budget-friendly 2-pack with a capless design and LED indicator, making it easy for occasional file transfers. However, its USB 2.0 interface and 8 MB/s write speed limit performance for larger files. Best suited for students and light users who prioritize cost over speed.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 GB | 32 GBbest | |
41.67 MB/sbest | — | |
12 MB/sbest | 8 MB/s | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 gbest | 12 g |
5 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 32 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Write Speed (MB/s) | 12 MB/s | 8 MB/s |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Interface Type | USB‑A (retractable) | USB 2.0 |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 2.5 g | 12 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 17.53×7.37×1 mm mm | 58×19×10 mm mm |
Material | Plastic | ABS plastic |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 1 years |
Compatibility(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, Linux, macOS |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers describe the Cruzer Blade as a fairly average performer that meets the needs of most everyday users but falls short for enthusiasts due to its lackluster write speeds, fragile connector, and missing status LED. They acknowledge its good read speeds and convenient retractable design, yet recommend faster USB-3.0 alternatives for demanding workloads.
Everyday consumers appreciate the drive's tiny, cap-less design, plug-and-play ease, and reliable storage for documents, photos, and a few movies, often calling it perfect for basic work files. However, many express frustration over the very slow write speeds and occasional connector flexing, especially when urgent large-file transfers are needed.
“"perfect" for work files”
“"fairly average performer"”
“writes "disappointing" (2.8-3.3 MB/s)”
Professional reviewers acknowledge that the SamData drives deliver functional storage at a very low price point, but they consistently point out that the USB 2.0 interface and 8 MB/s write speed lag behind modern USB 3.x alternatives, making the drives best suited for occasional, low-volume transfers rather than heavy workloads.
Everyday users praise the affordability, the handy LED status light, and the color-coded two-pack for organizing files, while the most common criticism revolves around the slower transfer speeds inherent to USB 2.0, which some find inconvenient for larger files.
