SAMSUNG MUF-256AB/AM FIT Plus 256GB - 300MB/s USB 3.1 Flash Drive, Gunmetal Gray

Upgrade for my Pi Hole on my Network. Size-wise it's definitely overkill but it's what was available on Amazon. Speed-wise it's perfect. All of my settings were originally on a Micro-SD card (SanDisk) which worked perfectly once it was setup properly. The upgrade however is much faster, with a very enormous storage and operating medium. By rights this will probably outlast the life of the Pi, which appear to live for a LONG TIME! Formatting the card literally took a second, if that. Transferring the files over took a little longer with well over 1,000,000 entries in about a minute or two. Then checking the paths and double checking everything was set according to plan....maybe 2 minutes and I mean I did check EVERYTHING! Once all of the checks were done, performed a re-start, gave it a minute and it's now fully functional with the best of everything available! Probably only the 2nd best investment for my Network, Pi Hole of course being the #1 best investment by far! Now I know my Network is much more secure, stable and was simple to upgrade to the highest level with more than I actually needed. The design of the thumb drive also makes it easily accessible should I ever need to remove it too which in turn makes it also more versatile if I have to work inside of the Network enclosure. I would seriously and highly recommend this exact setup and upgrade with this exact thumb drive too.

This drive in any size is the absolute best. It has been used daily and multiple times abused (unintentionally - left outside, left in pants during wash etc) since purchase on June 28, 2021 . This first unit I owned has not failed YET (although I naturally did emergency backups expecting failure). I have bought and recommended these drives multiple times since. I notice that they are now not easily available on AMAZON; and when available are at VERY premium prices. If you have important CRTICAL data - - they are worth it. The Fit-Plus is a totally different league than the most popular reputable flashdrive brand out there - that has ghosted my data and precious photos many times. Th FIT plus in any size format is the absolute best, and conveniently small as well! Because of this I have one permanently installed in my work laptop for data storage - in case the computer crashes! Extraordinary performance and longevity.

The drive is excellent. It holds quite a bit of data and is small enough to be placed in your pocket. I'm glad I purchased it back when it was $60 because the prices has increased dramatically since then.

I needed more storage space on my laptop - I DJ with it and the mp3 library was getting too big. This lets me put the music library on the USB drive and leave the internal drive for everything else. A few things about it: *It fits into my laptop very snuggly. My mouse receiver can wiggle a little but this thing is very solid, which is good if you are just leaving it in as an extra drive. *It's bigger than a Logitech mouse receiver but still small enough to leave plugged in. You should be mindful of it, though, when putting the laptop away etc. *Performance is a lot better and more reliable than other flash drives I've used. It's in a 3.1 port and I get roughly 340MB/s read speed, 110MB/s for short writes, and 65MB/s when doing larger file transfers. It never does that crap where it slows to a crawl like many flash drives do. *It gets warm, but not hot, for bigger file transfers. Though my laptop's aluminum housing is probably acting as a heat sink. *It works great with the DJ software, I can't tell any difference in how fast tracks load up. Overall if you need extra space on a laptop or PC this is a really solid way to do it. It's not as fast as an SSD, but for 95% of stuff you're not going to notice, especially if it's just supplementary storage. Just make sure to plug it into one of your faster USB ports as many laptops still have a 2.0 port that's fine for a mouse but terrible for a drive.

UPDATE: After 2.5 years, the occasional lost connection still happens -- but has not gotten any more frequent. Seems to happen only during longer computing sessions. Possibly temperature related, though drive does not get excessively hot. RATING: 4.0 stars. Overall we like the size, performance, and price. We mostly use this drive for weekly file backups, temporary file downloads, or for transferring large files between computers. Problem (minus 1 star): We may have received a defective one, as it loses the USB connection occasionally on any computer it's plugged into. Minor dislike (NO demerits): the Samsung FIT does not include any encryption software, such as that provided by SanDisk or some other brands. However, you could of course add your own encryption software if desired. BEST FEATURE (other than above-average read speeds) is that it doesn't stick out as far as most 'thumb' drives do, making it easier to store your laptop into a case or bag. READ speeds are very good, and near advertised (can approach 400 mb/second). WRITE speeds are usually acceptable (around 110 mb/sec for sequential writes, or 10-30 mb/sec for random writes), and noticeably better than an old 2.0 stick. It will occasionally lose the USB connection to computer (Win 7, 10, or 11, and Linux, too) -- usually after computer has been on for 30+ minutes. Sometimes it reconnects itself back in a few seconds, but other times it's only fixed fixed by unplugging it & plugging it back in. This is NOT a port issue, it's a Samsung problem because it happens on any computer we've used -- laptop, desktop, even a Linux machine, and it happens on USB 2.0 and 3.0/3.1 ports as well. The disconnect happens enough to be aggravating, perhaps 2 or 3 times a week. Twice, it's caused a downloading or transferring file to fail. So be aware, if you get a defective(?) one like we dit, data loss COULD happen. Had we realized the issue was there and wasn't going away, we would have returned it for a replacement. Would we buy Samsung FIT USB again? Yes, we'd try it one more time. Of note, a separate Samsung model (Samsung BAR PLUS USB 3.1, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BPG9YX9 ) has never had the disconnect issue the FIT model has. Side Note: We usually buy SanDisk or Transcend brand USB thumb drives, and have never experienced a defective one. We don't buy Kingston drives any longer, as we've had more than one fail suddenly after only occasional use.

I like how it fits flush on my laptop and Blu-ray player. Good transfer speeds and versatility.

Update 7/27/2020: I have continued to use the Samsung Fit USB 3.1 drives as my now "go to" flash drives of choice, I have purchased several of these in various sizes including 32GB, 64GB, 128 and even 256, (and more than 1 of each in most of these sizes). These drives have performed well in my vehicle, my laptop and most importantly my gaming desktop. In fact I have been able to play several older AAA (top rated graphics) games directly from these flash drives without any performance lag and actually performance increase in most cases, but a word of caution they DO GET HOT, like MOST flash media (including SSD drives) so I have found a way to manually "cool" my entire USB hub by using a cheap desktop fan purchased from Amazon! For all the people who say that these drives are cutting off and not being recognized, I restate my point above 1) heat from your usb hub or device "may" be the issue 2) You have to make sure that you have AT LEAST A USB 3.0 port or higher, most newer motherboards and even cars have this and some have USB 3.2 (blazing fast). 3) I have a much older gaming rig that is still amazingly going strong but I have updated it with USB 3.0 ports via a PC Express adapter (sold off Amazon). 4) If you are going to use these for a USB 2.0 port device or lower then just stick with a cheaper flash drive like Transcend or Sandisk that will probably actually perform better on an older (USB 2.0) device, and yes the write speed is about half as fast as the READ speed, I get about 190 MB read, and only about 50 MB write (Crystal Disk Mark), but that still smokes most older Hard Drives. Just my updated opinion! I bought this drive to use with a USB 3.0 port card installed on a older computer and as a supplement to another 32 GB Samsung Fit I was already using to speed up my system (Windows Readyboost). As long as you have USB 3.0 or 3.1 ports on your computer, or an adapter card installed you can get close to 200 Mb/s read speeds, using Crystal Disk Mark I got READ speeds at 189 mb/s and WRITE speeds at 46 Mb/s, (on PEAK Performance Test). mind you these speeds are still faster than my Seagate FireCuda Hybrid SSHD drive and any of my old WD classic hard drives (on my system ), but they wouldn't be faster than a built in SSD. As far as gaming I've been able to run most smaller games (less than 10 GB ) off of this drive no problem, this works well for many of those 2D and mini 3D games that you can find off the Steam Store and other places. However, I've tried to run some older AAA Title games like Far Cry off this drive and while it did load much faster than running it off my built in hard drive, it lead to game crashes and system reboots, but the problem could be that my Motherboard is to dated to handle those large data streams coming in from the PCI port ( its not even PCI 3.0 I think Installed USB 3.0 port, not built in). Overall though solid performance so far and with the faster speeds of these "cheap" USB drives as a gamer or maybe even some light video editing, these drives are a good alternative to eating up internal hard drive space! So far very impressed and so much that its convinced me to purchase a Samsung T5 external SSD, I definitely think SSD is the future of storage and with USB 3.1 Gen 2 the speeds are supposed to get ridiculous (side note) but I definitely think that these drives perform better for opening programs and doing gaming, and may be able to breathe life into an older system, providing you have at least USB 3.0, with 2.0 I wouldn't bother because the read and write speeds wouldn't show any major improvements.

In today's digital age, having a reliable and high-speed storage solution is essential for storing and transferring files efficiently. Enter the SAMSUNG FIT Plus 256GB USB 3.1 Flash Drive, a compact yet powerful device that combines impressive storage capacity with lightning-fast data transfer speeds. Whether you're a student, professional, or casual user, this sleek and durable flash drive is sure to meet all your storage needs and then some. One of the standout features of the SAMSUNG FIT Plus is its compact design. Measuring just a few centimeters in length, this flash drive is small enough to fit comfortably in your pocket, purse, or keychain holder, making it perfect for on-the-go use. Despite its diminutive size, it packs an impressive 256GB of storage capacity, providing ample space for all your documents, photos, videos, and more. But don't let its small size fool you – the SAMSUNG FIT Plus is a powerhouse when it comes to performance. Thanks to its USB 3.1 interface, this flash drive delivers blazing-fast data transfer speeds of up to 400MB/s, allowing you to transfer large files in seconds rather than minutes. Whether you're backing up important documents, transferring multimedia files, or running software applications directly from the drive, you can expect smooth and seamless performance every time. Durability is another area where the SAMSUNG FIT Plus excels. Constructed from sturdy materials and featuring a rugged metal casing, this flash drive is built to withstand the rigors of daily use. Whether it's being tossed in your bag, dropped on the floor, or subjected to extreme temperatures, you can trust that your data will remain safe and secure inside this reliable storage device. One of the most convenient aspects of the SAMSUNG FIT Plus is its plug-and-play functionality. Compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems, this flash drive requires no additional software or drivers – simply plug it into any USB port and start transferring files instantly. Plus, with its backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports, you can use it with a wide range of devices, from laptops and desktops to gaming consoles and smart TVs. In conclusion, the SAMSUNG FIT Plus 256GB USB 3.1 Flash Drive is a must-have accessory for anyone in need of reliable and high-speed storage on the go. With its compact design, lightning-fast data transfer speeds, durability, and plug-and-play functionality, it offers a convenient and efficient solution for storing and transferring files wherever life takes you. Say goodbye to slow and unreliable storage solutions – with the SAMSUNG FIT Plus, your data is always within reach and always secure.

As far as I know, this is the smallest usb flash memory stick with the fastest read speed. Write speed is decent at 100mb/s. Got the 256GB model, and so I can expand the storage of my surface laptop. Hope more manufacturer can make nano-size flash drive or SSD drive like this!

It is not compatible with cell phone devices, It is a practical small size

Posso afirmar com 100% de satisfação: superou todas as minhas expectativas! Compacto, discreto e extremamente rápido. A taxa de transferência de até 400MB/s é real — copiei arquivos grandes em poucos segundos. Outro ponto positivo é o tamanho ultracompacto, ideal para usar em notebooks, TVs, carros ou mesmo deixar conectado permanentemente sem se preocupar com danos. Além disso, o material tem ótima qualidade e transmite durabilidade. Uso principalmente para transportar arquivos pesados e backups, e o desempenho tem sido impecável até agora. A marca Samsung dispensa comentários e esse pendrive reforça o porquê. Recomendo fortemente a compra! Se você está em dúvida, pode ir sem medo - é um investimento que vale cada centavo.

Perfect. Genuine article, fast delivery and great communication from seller. They were that good I purchased 2! Highly recommended seller and item.

Comoda per le dimensione. Errore mio nell'acquisto pensando fosse usb-c ma con hub/adattatore per macbook pro funziona molto bene.