Cruzer
The SanDisk Cruzer is quite a flagship sailing the flash drive market and definitely for the company itself. Maybe SanDisk had a premonition when adapting the Cruzer moniker as that sailing proved to be steadfast and smooth. It’s no wonder since all the Cruzer models share qualities such as:
- high-speed performance
- password protection
- U3 technology
- CruzerSync
(software synchronizing your outlook and personal files)
- data retention of up to 10 years
- LED indicator
- 2-5 year warranty
Now, let’s cruze through the various designs and their more specific traits.
Cruzer
Cruzer Micro
Cruzer Micro Skin
Cruzer Mini
Cruzer Contour
Cruzer Enterprise
Cruzer Professional
Cruzer Profile
SanDisk Cruzer:
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Specs:
- Black plastic case, red USB interface
- retractable USB connector via white slider on top
- 4 – 32GB
- Orange LED light (Amber)
- Length x width x height: 58.4 x 20.3 x 10.1 mm
- Weight: 9.92g
Cruzer Micro:
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Specs:
- Plastic case
- retractable USB connector via white slider on top
- Available in 4 colors: Blue, Red, Silver, White, Purple and Black.
- 512MB – 16GB
- Orange LED light (Amber)
- Rear keychain ring
- Length x width x height: 57.15 x 20.6 x 7.94 mm
- Weight: 5g
Cruzer Micro Skin:
Skin & Tones: SanDisk Cruzer Micro Skin (@ )
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Specs:
- White metal body with skin case
- Clear case and cap, in different colors
- 256MB – 8GB
- Green LED light
- Rear keychain ring
- Length x width x height: 57.15 x 20.6 x 7.94 mm
- Weight: 5g
Cruzer Mini:
Skinny: SanDisk Cruzer Mini Flash Drive (@ )
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Specs:
- Silver or black plastic case
- Clear caps in different colors (white, blue and green)
- 128MB – 4GB
- Software based encryption (CruzerLock)
- Green LED light
- Neck strap included
- Length x width x height: 2.8 x 0.8 x 0.3 inches
- Weight: 0.4 ounces
Extreme Cruzer Contour:
On the Slide: SanDisk Cruzer Contour (@ )
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Specs:
- Glossy black metal case
- concealable USB connector through sliding silver frame
- 4 – 32GB
- Ultra fast speed: 25 MB/s read & 18 MB/s write
- Hardware-based encryption (AES standard)
- Blue LED light illuminating the Cruzer logo
- Lifetime limited warranty
- Length x width x height: 72.90 x 23.62 x 10.16mm
- Weight: 29g
Cruzer Enterprise:
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Specs:
- Black plastic case with rear keychain hole
- Cap with clip (attachable to clothes or bags)
- 1 – 8GB
- Ultra fast speed: 24 MB/s read & 20 MB/s write
- Mandatory access control (FIPS 140-2 level 2)
- Hardware-based encryption (AES 256)
- CMC server software (Central Management and Control)
- Rear blue LED light
- Length x width x height: 3 x 0.75 x 0.45 inches
- Weight: 0.12 lbs
Cruzer Professional:
Light Enterprise: SanDisk Cruzer Professional Flash Drive (@ )
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Specs:
- Silver plastic case with rear keychain hole
- Cap with clip (attachable to clothes or bags)
- 1 – 8GB
- Ultra fast speed: 24 MB/s read & 20 MB/s write
- Hardware-based encryption (AES 256)
- Rear blue LED light
- Length x width x height: 3 x 0.75 x 0.45 inches
- Weight: 0.12 lbs
Cruzer Profile:
Pro-Filing with your Fingerprint: SanDisk Cruzer Profile (@ )
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Specs:
- White plastic case on black fingerprint scanner
- Secure, biometric fingerprint access
- Fingerprint module contains cap
- 512MB – 1GB
- Software-based encryption (CruzerLock)
- PocketCache software (for back-up)
- No U3
- Dual LED (one for activity, one for access)
- Includes video instructions
- Length x width x height: 2.5 x 1.1 x 0.6 inches
- Weight: 0.8 ounce
Although this is quite a lot already the Cruzer series doesn’t stop here. Later I will bring to you Cruzer memory sticks with stylish extra kicks.
As for the ones listed here: what probably speaks most for them is their strong performance and extreme durability. Believe it or not, I’ve actually come across several users on twitter who accidentally had their SanDisk Cruzer in the laundry. And in every single case the drive was still working fine afterwards. To me that was pretty mind-boggling. Especially the fact that of all brands, it’s the Cruzer ending up in the washing machine! Could it have something to do with its namesake and its association with water?
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March 16th, 2010 at 3:25 pm
Great stuff! Thank you Dennis for all the enthusiasm to offer such helpful information here. This article will help me to choose and purchase SanDisk Cruzer flash drive.
April 12th, 2010 at 5:25 pm
What’s the difference between USB memory sticks and flash drives, or are they basically the same thing? I need to buy something to back up files on my laptop but aren’t sure what’s the best option to go for.
Any tips are appreciated.
Thanks,
Terry.
April 16th, 2010 at 12:32 am
There is no difference, Terry. ‘USB memory sticks’ is just another term for USB flash drives. The first is preferred by the British language while the latter is favored by Americans. You can see my ‘magic memory’ post for more name variations.
As for tips, well it all depends on what you want to go for – high capacity, fast transfer rate, sturdiness etc etc. Just take a look around at the different brands and models I have blogged about. Just so you know though, the Cruzer would already be a good bet.
May 7th, 2010 at 4:56 pm
Had several of these in the past and found myself losing the caps. The ones with the usb connector that flicks out avoids the need for a cap.
June 5th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
Had several of these in the past and found myself losing the caps. The ones with the usb connector that flicks out avoids the need for a cap.
June 16th, 2010 at 5:43 pm
SanDisk is a really good brand, i recommand it warmly !
June 28th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
I would rather choose quality over quantity. There are USB’s which are less in price but the quality is questionable. SanDisk seems to be a quality end.
July 8th, 2010 at 3:59 pm
In the past I´ve made really good experiences with sticks like these. It´s really great stuff…
July 21st, 2010 at 5:20 pm
Sandisk brand is a high quality products. I have a USB before I compared it to other USB and Sandisk is really amazing.
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July 24th, 2010 at 12:00 pm
SanDisk is an excellent make – in fact I would say possibly the best!
July 26th, 2010 at 5:55 am
Great stuff! Thank you Dennis for all the enthusiasm to offer such helpful information here. This article will help me to choose and purchase SanDisk Cruzer flash drive.
July 27th, 2010 at 6:42 pm
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