SanDisk Cruzer Blade 8GB
Score: 51/100
SanDisk Ultra 64GB
Score: 75/100Rankings
The SanDisk Ultra 64 GB USB-3.0 flash drive delivers solid 130 MB/s read speeds, a convenient capless slide-out design, and built-in encryption and recovery software. Its write speed tops out at 40 MB/s and performance can drop on older USB-2.0 ports, while the 64 GB capacity may be limiting for larger libraries. Best suited for students and professionals needing portable, secure storage.
The SanDisk Cruzer Blade 8 GB USB-2.0 flash drive features a retractable connector and SecureAccess encryption in a tiny, lightweight package. Its slow write speeds, fragile plastic connector, and limited 8 GB capacity make it unsuitable for demanding tasks. It fits casual users with basic storage needs on older computers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 GB | 64 GBbest | |
41.67 MB/s | 130 MB/sbest | |
12 MB/s | 40 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 gbest | 8.5 g |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 64 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 41.67 MB/s | 130 MB/s |
Write Speed (MB/s) | 12 MB/s | 40 MB/s |
Connectivity(2) | ||
USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
Interface | USB Type-A (retractable) | USB Type-A |
General(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows 7/Vista/XP, Mac OS X v10+, Linux | Windows 10+, macOS 12+, Android 8+, iOS 13+, USB Type-A |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 2.5 g | 8.5 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 17.53×7.37×1 mm mm | 69.09×22.1×9.91 mm mm |
Software(1) | ||
Included Software | SecureAccess | SecureAccess, RescuePRO Deluxe, SanDisk backup app |
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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 consistently commend the SanDisk Ultra 64GB USB-A flash drive for its solid 130 MB/s read performance, reliable 40 MB/s write speed, and the added value of security and recovery software. They note the longer 5-year warranty as a differentiator, while pointing out the lack of detailed endurance data and the drop in speed on legacy USB 2.0 ports.
Everyday users love the fast read speeds and the generous 64 GB capacity for media and backups, highlighting the convenient capless slide-out design and the usefulness of SecureAccess. Common complaints revolve around slower write speeds, occasional recognition hiccups on older ports, and the fact that formatted usable space is a few gigabytes less than the advertised capacity.
