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Kingston Digital USB 3 0 Super Speed Multi Card Reader for SD SDHC SDXC microSD MS Compact Flash CF Cards FCR HS4 White Brushed Nickel

Last Updated: July 30, 2022 (Refresh Now)
7.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
918
Unverified
33
Spam Test
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3
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB
Yes
VIDEO
LED
TYPE

Review Analysis - 49 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Storage
 16
sd, memory, card reader, compact flash, reader
+100%
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" ...  I typically use Sandisk cards, the Extreme Pro version, but also have some Prograde cards. ... From Compact Flash to SD (both UHS-I and UHS-II), to micro SD, it reads everything I have.  ...  "
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" ...  This card reader is the fastest at recognizing when a new card is inserted, and it’s the fastest at offloading my media cards to my new Mac.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this reader because I found some old memory cards in a a drawer.  ...  "
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" ...  I have cameras that use CF memory cards, and cameras that use SD cards. ... This device will read several kinds of cards, including my CF and SD cards.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm an amateur photographer but I end up with hundreds of pictures on my memory cards. ... With this card reader it seemed as though my 275 photo transfer from my SD card was nearly instantaneous.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this for compact flash to download onto my computer.  ...  "
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" ...  Unlike one reviewer I have had no problems with damage to SD cards.  ...  "
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" ...  With most high end memory cards the read and write speed are usually limited by the tool you are using to transfer the data.  ...  "
Connectivity
 14
usb, plugged, computer, card reader, cable
+79%
-21%
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" ...  It also comes with the longest usb cable of all the other ones I’ve tried.  ...  "
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" ...  Great desktop port for every sort of memory card.  ...  "
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" ...  It has read all the media cards I've plugged into it and worked quickly and flawlessly.  ...  "
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" ...  Make sure you have it plugged into a usb 3.0 port otherwise you wont get the best speeds.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this for compact flash to download onto my computer.  ...  "
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" ...  Multiple options for ports.  ...  "
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" ...  I have a lot of difference devices that use various cards, so I needed one that could read them all.  ...  "
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" ...  Some people say this device is fast, I'm sure it is, but I wish there were faster devices for faster data transfer.  ...  "
Reliability
 7
reader, stopped, sandisk, readers, months
+57%
-43%
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" ...  I have purchased several card readers over the years and this is by far the best I've had.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this reader, and I was excited to have a “reliable” reader. ... I tested out brand new cards as well.  ...  "
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" ...  ive been using this sandisk reader for a few months and it works well.  ...  "
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" ...  I have had no errors or issues with this device.  ...  "
Size
 6
sleek, size, handy, easy to use, cards
+67%
-33%
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" ...  While I don’t necessarily like the size everything else about this is perfect.  ...  "
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" ...  Sleek and easy to use  ...  "
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" ...  Very handy to have.  ...  "
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" ...  I have not had any issues, but be careful when putting in cards.  ...  "
Performance
 6
speed, fast, transfer, cards, transfers
+100%
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" ...  Was pretty amazed with the speed.  ...  "
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" ...  Very fast and no dropouts.  ...  "
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" ...  The read and write speed is very quick and I have never had any issues with it working when I've needed it. ... With most high end memory cards the read and write speed are usually limited by the tool you are using to transfer the data. ... If you are looking for a solid, fast, affordable AND reliable option, this is what you want!  ...  "
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" ...  Works great, gets the transfer speeds I would expect to get from the appropriate cards.  ...  "
Body
 6
stopped working, small, sleek, size, handy
+83%
-17%
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" ...  While I don’t necessarily like the size everything else about this is perfect.  ...  "
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" ...  Sleek and easy to use  ...  "
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" ...  It travels with me in my laptop bag to all my events and sits in my desk drawer when working at home.  ...  "
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" ...  Although I'd prefer metal construction -- this one is plastic -- it still feels like it's well made.  ...  "
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" ...  Very handy to have.  ...  "
Cable
 4
usb 3, usb, plug, pc, long
+75%
-25%
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" ...  It also comes with the longest usb cable of all the other ones I’ve tried.  ...  "
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" ...  I have always found it easier to remove the card and read from it than hooking up the camera via the cable.  ...  "
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" ...  Some readers that are made for travel might be a better solution in that case, where the cable and device are made to be stored together. ... Otherwise, the included cable is plenty long enough to plug into the rear of my PC, which is where I would suggest.  ...  "
Usage
 3
sleek
+100%
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" ...  Easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Sleek and easy to use  ...  "
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" ...  good item, easy to use  ...  "
Price
 3
well, reader, price
+100%
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" ...  It is well worth the money to me.  ...  "
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" ...  For the price this reader is not bad.  ...  "

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Specifications

Connectivity
Number of USB ports:  3 
USB:  Yes 
Camera
Video:  Yes 
Display
Type:  LED 
3
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB
Yes
VIDEO
LED
TYPE