How fast is the Seagate Ultra Compact?

Seagate rates it at up to 1,000MB/s over USB-C. Real-world speeds depend on your device's port and the file sizes you move.

Does it need a cable?

No. The USB-C plug is built into the drive, so it connects directly to a phone, tablet, laptop or console with a USB-C port.

Will it work with an iPhone?

Seagate lists iOS compatibility, so USB-C iPhones can use it directly. Older Lightning iPhones need an adapter.

Is it durable enough for travel?

Seagate rates it for 3m drops and IP54 dust and rain resistance, with a rubber grip. It is not waterproof, so avoid submerging it.

What is included with it?

The drive itself, a three-year warranty and three years of Rescue Data Recovery Services. No cable is needed for USB-C devices.

How does it compare with a larger portable SSD?

It is far smaller and cable-free, but larger SSDs typically offer higher sustained speeds and capacities above 1TB.

Where is the Seagate Ultra Compact 1TB Portable SSD cheapest?

At Click Cart05, for $175.50, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Seagate Ultra Compact 1TB Portable SSD

The Seagate Ultra Compact is a thumb-drive-sized portable SSD with 1TB of capacity and a direct USB-C plug, so it needs no cable. Seagate rates it at up to 1,000MB/s, with 3m drop resistance, IP54 dust and rain resistance, and a rubber grip. It suits people who carry files between a laptop, phone or console and want something that clips to a keyring. Against larger portable SSDs it trades peak speed and capacity for pocketability, and its built-in USB-C plug means no cable to lose.

Best forCarrying files between laptop, phone and tabletKeyring or pocket carryTravel and outdoor useBacking up photos and documents on the go

Pros

Thumb-drive size with 1TB capacity
Direct USB-C plug, no cable needed
Up to 1,000MB/s transfer speeds
3m drop resistance and IP54 dust and rain rating
Works with Windows, Mac, Android, iOS and consoles
Three-year warranty plus three years of Rescue Data Recovery Services

Cons

USB-C plug only, so older USB-A ports need an adapter
1TB is the ceiling for this model
Sustained speeds can fall below the peak rating on long transfers
Small body is easy to misplace without the keyring

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About the Seagate Ultra Compact 1TB Portable SSD

The Seagate Ultra Compact is a 1 TB portable solid state drive about the size of a thumb drive. It attaches to a keyring and has a rubber grip.

It transfers files at speeds of up to 1,000MB/s. A direct USB-C port means no cable is needed, and it works plug and play with Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone, tablets and gaming consoles.

It resists drops from 3 m and has IP54 dust and rain resistance. A 3-year warranty and 3 years of Rescue Data Recovery Services are included.

Capacity: 1 TB
Drive type: Solid state drive (external)
Interface: USB 3.0
Connector: USB-C, direct connection
Transfer speed: Up to 1,000MB/s
Form factor: 2.78 inches
Durability: 3 m drop resistance, IP54 dust and rain resistance, rubber grip
Compatibility: Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone, tablets, gaming consoles
Warranty: 3-year warranty with 3 years of Rescue Data Recovery Services

Questions and answers

How fast is the Seagate Ultra Compact?: Seagate rates it at up to 1,000MB/s over USB-C. Real-world speeds depend on your device's port and the file sizes you move.
Does it need a cable?: No. The USB-C plug is built into the drive, so it connects directly to a phone, tablet, laptop or console with a USB-C port.
Will it work with an iPhone?: Seagate lists iOS compatibility, so USB-C iPhones can use it directly. Older Lightning iPhones need an adapter.
Is it durable enough for travel?: Seagate rates it for 3m drops and IP54 dust and rain resistance, with a rubber grip. It is not waterproof, so avoid submerging it.
What is included with it?: The drive itself, a three-year warranty and three years of Rescue Data Recovery Services. No cable is needed for USB-C devices.
How does it compare with a larger portable SSD?: It is far smaller and cable-free, but larger SSDs typically offer higher sustained speeds and capacities above 1TB.
Where is the Seagate Ultra Compact 1TB Portable SSD cheapest?: At Click Cart05, for $175.50, as of our latest check.