What is the most secure flash drive?

Answer 1

the most secure flash drive is the iron key There isn't really a "secure" flash drive, because it is software that makes things secure, not hardware. But to make it secure, you should always virus scan every file before transferring it between your flash drive and your PC. Or scan the entire thing every once in awhile as well for maximum security.

Answer 2

I don't know too much about brands, but one may want to consider the following criteria:

-Durability:

I've had a Kingston Datatraveler 2.0 stick which I always kept in my pocket in a keychain. A crack developed fairly quickly. It's now secured with Duct Tape (only a small area to ensure adequate heat dissipation). It's been fine otherwise. Another stick of the same type developed such a fault that it had to be inserted into the port with rapid pressure applied, otherwise the initial contact wouldn't be strong enough and thus the stick wouldn't be recognized in any computer. After recognition it works like a charm, however.

An old SanDisk Cruzer from the USB1 era eventually developed some more severe contact problems. It became very difficult to have it recognized. I unfortunately have no further experience on the quality of the insides.

-Transfer speeds:

A Chinese stick with the brand name AVIXE was otherwise nice and solid, but its write speed was something like 2 MB/s. You might want to find about this before buying.

-Write protection:

Some sticks come with a physical write-protect switch. This is very convenient for protecting yourself against virii, as you can keep it read-only the majority of the time.

-Portable apps:

I've gotten the impression that so-called U3 sticks allow for easy startup of portable applications upon insertion. Something you might want to consider.

-Ease of attachment:

Some sticks can be directly attached to a keychain. Some may need a smaller ring in the middle. My Kingston is currently attached with a plastic ribbon from a gift wrap.