SanDisk Ultra Flair 256GB
Score: 74/100
SanDisk Ultra Fit 32GB
Score: 73/100Rankings
The SanDisk Ultra Flair 256 GB USB-3.0 flash drive offers fast 150 MB/s read speeds in a sturdy metal case with built-in password protection. Its write performance is unspecified and it only features a USB-A connector, requiring an adapter for USB-C devices. Ideal for users who prioritize speed and durability on traditional laptops.
The SanDisk Ultra Fit 32GB USB-3.2 Gen 1 flash drive offers an ultra-slim, low-profile design with fast 130 MB/s read speeds and built-in encryption. Its tiny plastic housing is fragile, write speeds lag behind, and it lacks water or dust resistance. Ideal for users needing discreet, always-plug-in storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
256 GBbest | 32 GB | |
150 MB/sbest | 130 MB/s | |
— | 72 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.5 g | 1.28 gbest |
5 yearsbest | 5 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 32 GB |
Performance(1) | ||
Read Speed (MB/s) | 150 MB/s | 130 MB/s |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Version | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 4.5 g | 1.28 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 42.93×12.95×7.11 mm | 29.8×14.3×5 mm mm |
Material | metal | Plastic |
Power & Environment(1) | ||
Operating Temperature (°C) | 0-35°C °C | 0-35 °C |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
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Professional reviewers commend the Ultra Flair 256GB for its high read speed, rugged metal construction, and SecureAccess encryption, noting it handles 4K movie transfers in seconds. However, they criticize the lack of a USB-C option and the omission of concrete write-speed data, which leaves part of the performance picture incomplete.
Everyday users generally express satisfaction with the drive's speed, durability, and compactness, frequently highlighting the convenience of password protection. While no major complaints dominate, users note the missing cap and the need for an adapter on USB-C-only computers.
Professional reviewers highlight the Ultra Fit's ultra-slim, plug-and-stay design as its standout feature, noting that while it doesn't match the top-tier speeds of premium USB-C drives, its 130 MB/s read performance and bundled encryption software make it a solid choice for discreet, everyday storage.
Everyday users echo the reviewers' praise for the drive's tiny, unobtrusive shape and reliable media transfer speeds, appreciating the convenience of a permanently attached storage device. Common complaints focus on the fragile plastic build and the risk of misplacing the tiny unit, with several users noting slower performance when the drive is used on legacy USB 2.0 ports.
