Adata Urban TapSafe review: Clever security, disappointing speed
The Adata Urban TapSafe is a compact external SSD featuring NFC-based security and an integrated belt clip for portability. While the device offers unique convenience features and competitive pricing, its performance falls short of its 20Gbps specification. Reviewers note that read speeds are inconsistent and often closer to 10Gbps, particularly when handling larger data sets.
- ▪The Adata Urban TapSafe utilizes NFC technology to allow users to lock and unlock the drive via a smartphone app.
- ▪The drive is priced at $229 for the 1TB model and $412 for the 2TB model, which is comparable to other name-brand SSDs.
- ▪Despite being rated for 20Gbps speeds, the device often performs more like a 10Gbps or 15Gbps drive depending on the data size.
- ▪The SSD automatically locks itself whenever it is disconnected from a USB port, requiring re-authentication via the app for each new connection.
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I love the NFC security, I love the clip-on functionality, but performance with this 20Gbps SSD is sometimes more like 10Gbps. Credit: Jon L. Jacobi At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Secure lock/unlock with NFC Small and light with an integrated belt clip USB 3.2×2 Spare, pearlescent cover plate Cons Read speeds vary with amount of data Runs out of juice on very long writes Our Verdict I love the style, NFC security, and integrated belt clip on the Adata Urban TapSafe, but its overall performance is underwhelming for 20Gbps.
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