Kingston Technology DataTraveler 128GB Micro 200MB/s Metal USB 3.2 Gen 1

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For £26.69 ex-VAT, the Kingston DataTraveler “Micro” 128GB at 200MB/s is a pretty sensible buy if you just need a reliable USB stick for everyday file moves in the office—think sharing documents, bootstrapping installers, or carrying presentation packs between sites. Kingston’s usually good for real-world consistency, and the metal shell is a practical plus in a workplace where kit gets bunged in bags and handled constantly. The speed is “fast enough to be painless,” especially for transferring big folders compared to cheap, sluggish sticks that turn a 5-minute job into an hour.

That said, I wouldn’t buy this if your use case is heavy write workloads or you’re moving very large media libraries regularly—you’ll want to look at faster, more purpose-built storage if that’s the reality. Also, the “micro” form factor tends to be convenient but easy to misplace in the long run, so I’d only recommend it if you have a sensible storage routine (or label/keep them in a container). If you’re stocking general-purpose spares for staff, this is good value; if you need a primary workhorse for frequent large transfers, spend a bit more elsewhere.