SSK 2TB External USB SSD,Fast 550MB/s 2-in-1 Dual Drive USB Type C+ USB A 3.2 Gen2 Solid State Thumb Drive Data Storage for iPhone 15/PS4/Android Phone/Tablet/Windows/Mac

Great product. Very sturdy, feels like good quality and great value. It’s portable and performs well in terms of speed and storage space!

Ok, this is going to read like an advertisement, but I have never been happy about buying a USB SSD before. I will be honest, I bought this USB SSD cause it was low price, was fast and had USB-A and USB-C connector. I honestly didn't give much thought to the device, until I opened up the Amazon delivery package, felt and examined the device. I was impressed immediately and was surprised at its build quality, which I didn't expect. I thought it would be the run of the mill SSD USB cheap plastic device, I didn't know and didn't read that it was built out of High Grade Zinc alloy housing. If you look at the device it looks impressive, it doesn't look cheap and when you hold it in your hand, feel it and touch it it oozes quality. The weight is just enough to let you know it is there, it is a nice weight. Taking the cover off of the USB-A side has a nice friction pull, pulling it off and putting it on, there is no cheap plastic ridge click feeling but a smooth friction action putting the USB-A cover on and off. The USB-C protective cover is a pleasure to operate, again oozing a quality type feel and the markings on this SSD USB device are nice and will not wear with time. I operated this USB device with my PC which has a USB-A port and with my Samsung phone which has a USB-C port, in both cases it operated smoothly and quickly with no issues. On top of this, it came with a very nice leather-built pouch with a key chain holder. This is one of the issues of USB drives, you put it down somewhere and you forget where you put it, the nice leather pouch with key chain means one will always know where the USB device is. I highly recommend this USB SSD device, it is apparent that SSK designers put in a lot of thought into this device from a look, feel, handling, mechanical protection, ease of portability as well as a lot of storage and quick speed as well as port flexibility, having both USB-A and USB-C. I would never think I would write a review about a USB device since all the previous one's I bought were cheap plastic and you couldn't put them on your key chain. But this USB device is nice/fun to handle, look at, store and operate........very nice product.

Long term offline storage from phone. I was very impressed with the speed and simplicity. Easy as a memory stick, but the transfer speed is unrivaled. It has some heft and feels quality

I have the 2TB SSD stick. Seems to work well. Is fast. Runs warm when backing up, but that's to be expected. I like that it has both types of USB connectors on it USB-C and original as well

I've been using the SSK 1TB USB Drive External SSD for a few days now, and overall, I'm quite satisfied with its performance, though there are a few areas that could use improvement. First off, the design is sleek and compact, making it incredibly portable. It easily fits into my pocket or bag without adding much weight or bulk, which is a big plus for someone like me who needs to carry data between work and home frequently. The build quality feels sturdy, and the casing doesn’t seem to attract fingerprints or scratches easily.Performance-wise, this SSD does a commendable job. The advertised read and write speeds are mostly accurate, and I regularly see transfer rates of about 500 MB/s when moving large files, which is impressive. I use it to transfer video files, photos, and backups, and it handles everything smoothly without lag. The USB 3.1 interface ensures compatibility with most of my devices, including my laptop and desktop, and I haven't encountered any connectivity issues so far. However, I did notice that the speeds dip a bit when transferring smaller files in bulk, which was slightly disappointing but not a dealbreaker.One feature I appreciate is the built-in security with AES 256-bit encryption, which provides peace of mind when storing sensitive information. Setting up the encryption was straightforward, and the software interface is user-friendly. That said, the included software could use an update—it feels a bit outdated and lacks some advanced features that other SSDs in this price range offer. It gets the job done but could definitely be more intuitive.Another minor downside is that the drive tends to heat up a bit during extended use, especially when transferring large files continuously. While it hasn't caused any performance issues yet, it's something to keep an eye on. A better heat dissipation design would have been appreciated. Also, I wish the SSD came with a longer USB cable as the included one feels quite short, limiting placement options when connecting to a desktop tower.In summary, the SSK 1TB USB Drive External SSD is a solid choice for anyone looking for a reliable and fast portable storage solution. The combination of speed, security, and portability makes it worth considering, despite a few minor drawbacks. With some software updates and minor hardware tweaks, this could easily be a 5-star product. For now, it's a strong 4 stars from me.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Selection was based on three things: 1) Convenience of having dual adapters for my PC and IMac, 2) the amount of storage it provides, and 3) the price. All of these things made this the choice for me. It's great.