Verbatim Portable SSD 256GB
Score: 60/100
Transcend ESD270C 250GB
Score: 68/100Rankings
The Transcend ESD270 250 GB offers a pocket-sized form factor, solid 520 MB/s read speeds and built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption, making it ideal for users who prioritize security and portability over raw performance. Its slower write speeds and lack of wireless features keep it from being a flagship performer.
The Verbatim Store 'n' Go 256 GB Portable SSD offers solid performance and a slim, lightweight design at a budget price, but it lacks premium features like hardware encryption and a rugged enclosure.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
256 GBbest | 250 GB | |
625 MB/sbest | 520 MB/s | |
— | 460 MB/sbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 116 g | 35 gbest |
— | 36 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0 °Cbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 250 GB |
Performance(2) | ||
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 625 MB/s | 520 MB/s |
Security(1) | ||
Hardware Encryption | false | true |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 116 g | 35 g |
Form Factor | Portable SSD | Credit-card |
Power & Connectivity(2) | ||
Power Source | Bus-powered | bus-powered |
Included Cable Type | USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-A to USB-C adapter | USB‑C to‑C, USB‑C to‑A |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating System Compatibility | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS/iPadOS, ChromeOS |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the ultra-slim profile, solid-state reliability and respectable speed at a budget-friendly price, though they note it does not match the premium performance or ruggedness of higher-end competitors.
Everyday users praise the compact size, ease of use and speed boost over HDDs, while recurring complaints focus on lower-than-advertised speeds, plastic housing and lack of built-in encryption.
“It's half the size of my old spinning drives... doesn't have moving parts so it seems like they should be fairly reliable.”
“Fits in my wallet-perfect for carrying work files.”
“Backed up 100GB of photos in under 4 minutes.”
Professional reviewers highlight the strong encryption and convenient one-touch backup button, while noting that raw speeds lag behind flagship models and the Android app feels unpolished.
Everyday users love the tiny size, fast backup times and built-in encryption, but they often have to reformat for certain consoles and report occasional hiccups on older USB-A ports.
