Search  for anything...
Amazon Basics

Amazon Basics 256 GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 Flash Drive, High Capacity External Storage for Photos Videos, Retractable Design, 130MB/s Transfer Speed, Black

  • Based on 0 reviews
Condition: New
Checking for the best price...
$33.24 Why this price?
Memorial Day Sale · 53% off was $69.98

Buy Now, Pay Later

As low as $8 / mo
  • – 4-month term
  • – No impact on credit to apply
  • – Instant approval decision
  • – Secure and straightforward checkout

Ready to go? Add this product to your cart and select a plan during checkout.

Payment plans are offered through our trusted finance partners Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, Apple Pay, and PayTomorrow. No-credit-needed leasing options through Acima may also be available at checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Selected Option

Free shipping on this product

FREE 30-day refund/replacement

To qualify for a full refund, items must be returned in their original, unused condition. If an item is returned in a used, damaged, or materially different state, you may be granted a partial refund.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.

Availability: Only 3 left in stock, order soon!
Fulfilled by Amazon
Arrives Monday, May 25
Order within 19 hours and 9 minutes
Available payment plans shown during checkout
Protection Plan Protect Your Purchase
Checking for protection plans...

Color: Black


Size: 256 GB


Features

  • 256GB ultra fast USB 3.1 flash drive with high-speed transmission; read speeds up to 130MB/s
  • Store videos, photos, and songs; 256 GB capacity = 64,000 12MP photos or 978 minutes 1080P video recording
  • Note: Actual storage capacity shown by a device's OS may be less than the capacity indicated on the product label due to different measurement standards. The available storage capacity is higher than 230GB.
  • 15x faster than USB 2.0 drives; USB 3.1 Gen 1 / USB 3.0 port required on host devices to achieve optimal read/write speed; Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 host devices at lower speed. Read speed up to 130MB/s and write speed up to 30MB/s are based on internal tests conducted under controlled conditions , Actual read/write speeds also vary depending on devices used, transfer files size, types and other factors
  • Stylish appearance,retractable, telescopic design with key hole
  • High-quality NAND FLASH flash memory chips can effectively protect your data security
  • Note: No integrated LED light indicator
  • Note: FAT32 is the factory default drive format which is read/write compatible with Windows and Mac OS. If you are transferring a file size over 4GB, please reformat the drive to exFAT or NTFS.

Description

An Amazon Brand

Memory Storage Capacity: 256 GB


Hardware Interface: USB 2.0, USB 3.0


Special Feature: Lightweight


Write Speed: 30 Megabytes Per Second


Memory Storage Capacity: 256 GB


Hardware Interface: USB 2.0, USB 3.0


Additional Features: Lightweight


Write Speed: 30 Megabytes Per Second


Read Speed: 130 Megabytes Per Second


Connectivity Technology: USB


Flash Memory Type: USB


Hardware Connectivity Technology: USB Type A


Compatible Devices: USB-enabled devices


Color: Black


Bullet Point: 15x faster than USB 2.0 drives; USB 3.1 Gen 1 / USB 3.0 port required on host devices to achieve optimal read/write speed; Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 host devices at lower speed. Read speed up to 130MB/s and write speed up to 30MB/s are based on internal tests conducted under controlled conditions , Actual read/write speeds also vary depending on devices used, transfer files size, types and other factors, 256GB ultra fast USB 3.1 flash drive with high-speed transmission; read speeds up to 130MB/s, High-quality NAND FLASH flash memory chips can effectively protect your data security, Note Actual storage capacity shown by a device's OS may be less than the capacity indicated on the product label due to different measurement standards. The available storage capacity is higher than 230GB., Note FAT32 is the factory default drive format which is read/write compatible with Windows and Mac OS. If you are transferring a file size over 4GB, please reformat the drive to exFAT or NTFS., Note No integrated LED light indicator, Store videos, photos, and songs; 256 GB capacity = 64,000 12MP photos or 978 minutes 1080P video recording, Stylish appearance,retractable, telescopic design with key hole


List Price: 34.99


UPC: 840095889704


Mfr Part Number: LS21USB256G1


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Item Weight: 0.02 Pounds


Model Number: LS21USB256G1


Frequently asked questions

If you place your order now, the estimated arrival date for this product is: Monday, May 25

Yes, absolutely! You may return this product for a full refund within 30 days of receiving it.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.

  • Klarna Financing
  • Affirm Pay in 4
  • Affirm Financing
  • Afterpay Financing
  • PayTomorrow Financing
  • Financing through Apple Pay
Leasing options through Acima may also be available during checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Similar Products

Top Amazon Reviews

    • Impressive speeds and massive storage for the price
Color: Black Size: 256 GB
I am very impressed with this Amazon Basics USB 3.1 flash drive. The transfer speeds are consistently fast, making it easy to move large video files and backups in a matter of seconds. I tested it with several gigabytes of data, and it handled the task without any significant slowdowns. The 256GB capacity is exactly what I needed for my media library and documents. It feels sturdy, and the design is sleek and professional. I haven't noticed any overheating issues even during extended use. If you're looking for a reliable, high-capacity drive for daily data transfers, this is an excellent value! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2026 by Rolando Rodriguez
    • Excellent product
Color: Black Size: 128 GB
I picked up the Amazon Basics 128 GB Ultra Fast USB 3.1 drive because I needed something reliable for backing up photos and transferring larger files between my home and work computers. The price seemed reasonable, and I’ve had decent luck with Amazon Basics in the past, so I figured it was worth a try. After a few weeks of use, I don’t really have any complaints. The drive is small enough to toss in a bag or pocket, but not so tiny that it feels like I’ll lose it instantly. It recognized quickly on both my Windows desktop and my older linux system, and transferring files is fast; definitely noticeably faster than the older USB 2.0 drives I’ve used. I’ve been able to move big video files and large batches of photos without much waiting around. No problems with corrupted files so far. The casing is plastic, but it feels sturdy enough for normal daily use. I’m not rough with my stuff, so that’s fine by me. There’s no fancy branding or gimmicks;just a simple, functional flash drive that does what I need it to do. If you’re looking for something basic that gets the job done without costing too much, I think this is a solid choice. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2025 by Slonghi
    • Great price point for storage
Color: Black Size: 128 GB
I was looking for an inexpensive higher capacity USB drive to feed a portable projector with videos. Since the videos I was moving to the drive were greater than 4 gig I had to reformat the drive from FAT32 to NTFS on my Windows 11 PC. There were no issues with this using the quick format option. I filled the drive up quickly with a variety of videos at a displayed transfer rate of 180-200 mb/s. The USB-A plugged neatly into my portable projector and was immediately detected, presenting the files ready to be viewed. Access was snappy for a 3.1 device, with no perceivable stuttering or hesitation during playback - even for very large files. The design is typical and the USB end retracts for portability and protection, with no cap to lose. I did not detect any issues like heat or excessive warmth during use. I have used this for a number of weeks on a daily basis with no playback or data loss concerns. Great value for my use case. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2026 by Dan Leithauser
    • Simple and gets the job done
Color: Black Size: 128 GB
This is your pretty standard, basic thumb drive. It doesn't have any special bells and whistles. I've just used it for some basic small file storage and transfer, and it gets the job done. It's not made super tough, so I probably wouldn't keep it on my keys, but other than that, it's fine for some basic stuff at a reasonable price. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2026 by Mioko
    • Solid basic flash drive
Color: Black Size: 128 GB
Bought this as a filler item to get free shipping, and it works fine. It’s a standard, reliable flash drive with plenty of storage for the price. Speeds are decent for daily tasks. It’s perfect for keeping as a backup, whether for media or as a Windows boot drive. Cheap and does exactly what it's supposed to. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2026 by Yevhenii Myrhorod
    • Worked Perfectly
Color: Black Size: 128 GB
My download was much faster than I expected and worked perfectly. I thought I'd need the full 100+gigabites and it turned out, even with pictures and scans, I had plenty of space left over. This could not have gone better, and the price was right.
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2026 by John K.
    • Very efficient
Color: Black Size: 128 GB
Easy to install, I was able to view the pendrive and transferred several files and photos without difficulty. The only negative point is that its input is USB, current laptops no longer use USB, I had to buy an adapter.
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2026 by Jussara Oliveira
    • Amazon basics flashdrive works with Android!
Color: Black Size: 256 GB
Review Image by Cary Dunn
Review Image by Cary Dunn
Review Image by Cary Dunn
I needed a flash drive with a lot of room for photos because I'm a hiker. I was constantly running out of room in my Google storage, not anymore! I use this flash drive, with an adapter, on my Google pixel 8 pro phone. It works fantastic, my phone detected it right away, I didn't have to do anything but plug it in because it was already ready. I'll be honest, I didn't really pay attention if there were instructions with it, it was ready to go when I took it out of the box so it was very easy to use. The size is perfect because it fits in the palm of my hand, the transfer speed uploading or downloading is fantastic. It allows you to unzip large files easily. I already have hundreds of photos from the last two and a half years of hiking stored on this flash drive and I still have plenty of room for several years more. It does not get hot while it's plugged into my phone, it goes from my Google phone to my HP Chromebook seamlessly. I am very happy with this flash drive and if I need another one I'm definitely buying another Amazon Basics. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2025 by Cary Dunn

Can't find a product?

Find it on Amazon first, then paste the link below.
Checking for best price...