Conclusion - AVB fast, SanDisk stylish, Edge user-friendly
Like in many cases, it’s not all about looks and first impressions – the inner values should be considered as well. This applies to our candidates here as well, and it was the USB stick with the most conventional styling that surprised us with the best performance. The AVB Mobile Drive is easily the fastest of our four contestants, offering an average read speed of almost 27 MB/s and an average write speed of 25 MB/s. Still, there aren’t any clear winners or losers in this roundup, since none of the devices really disappointed us.
Even though the remaining candidates may not be able to keep up with the AVB where raw speed is concerned, each of them does have its forte. Kingston’s DataTraveler Secure is a solidly built USB flash drive that is comparatively forgiving after rough handling. The SanDisk Cruzer Contour stands out with its stylish design and its U3 functionality, making it an ideal choice for the fashion-conscious globe trotter. The Edge DiskGo, finally, gets high marks for its software, which is not limited to use with the USB stick. So in the end, like so many other choices in life, it comes down to your personal preference. What is it you’re looking for in a USB stick?
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