SanDisk Cruzer Glide 128GB Black
Score: 57/100
PNY Turbo Attache 3 256GB Gray
Score: 71/100Rankings
The PNY Turbo Attache 3 is a 256 GB USB-3.0 flash drive delivering solid read/write speeds and a convenient capless sliding collar. Its drawbacks are a heavier plastic body and a short 1-year warranty. It suits office and home users needing reliable portable storage.
The SanDisk Cruzer Glide 128 GB USB-2.0 flash drive provides ample storage with a protective retractable slider and 128-bit AES encryption. Its USB-2.0 interface limits transfer speeds and it lacks advanced durability features. Best suited for basic backup needs on older computers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
128 GB | 256 GBbest | |
60 MB/s | 185 MB/sbest | |
— | 135 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.07 gbest | 18.1 g |
5 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 256 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 60 MB/s | 185 MB/s |
Connectivity(2) | ||
USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
Interface Type | USB Type-A | Type-A |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 9.07 g | 18.1 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 60×21×11 mm | 57.4×10.96×20.33 mm mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 1 years |
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Professional reviewers and editors view the Cruzer Glide as a dependable, secure, and well-designed USB 2.0 stick that excels in basic storage scenarios. They commend its retractable slider and built-in AES encryption, but consistently criticize the outdated USB 2.0 speed and the absence of advanced durability or performance specifications.
Everyday users generally appreciate the drive's reliability, ease of use, and protective slider, rating it highly for everyday file backup and transport. The most common complaints revolve around the slower USB 2.0 transfer rates and the extra step of installing the SecureAccess encryption software.
Consumers echo the professional praise, highlighting the fast read speeds and the convenience of the capless design, while no major complaints appear in the available user-generated content. The drive is generally regarded as a dependable, lightweight option for routine file storage and transfer.
