Testseek.com have collected 44 expert reviews of the Lenovo Iomega eGo Portable USB3 and the average rating is 80%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Lenovo Iomega eGo Portable USB3.
October 2010
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The editors liked
Around 3X faster than USB 2.0
Surprisingly robust
Stylish design
Simple to use encryption
Software is preloaded on the drive
No need of CD/DVD to install it
256-bit AES hardware-based encryption
3 year warranty
Extremely fast over USB 3.0
Still speedy over USB 2.0
PlugandPlay simplicity
Iomega Protection Suite is a nice little extra
It boasts excellent durability
Stylish design and fast USB 3.0 transfer speeds
Attractive design
Can withstand short drops
Second-fastest USB 3.0 drive tested
Hard drive is encrypted
Fast transfer speeds
Rugged
Affordable
Portable & compact design
Backward compatible with USB 2.0/miniUSB
Speedy file transfers
Vastly improved transfer speeds
Sleek
Portable design
Affordable (more so after October price drop)
Backward compatible with microUSB cables
USB 3.0 speed at USB 2.0 prices
Fast
Even compared with other USB 3.0 drives
The editors didn't like
700 MB is permanently devoted to CDROM partition
Indicator inconveniently located
No active cooling
Sealed unit so hard drive replacement will be difficult
No power On/Off switch for drive
5400-rpm drive means less than blazing speeds...
Notebooks without USB 3.0 require an adapter for USB 3.0 speed
Glossy exterior prone to fingerprint smudges and scratches
The included software suite is compatible with Windows only.
Must download backup software separately
Bigger and heavier than other drives
Cloning software only Windows compatible
Limited color & capacity
Not the speediest competitor in USB 2.0 mode
USB 2.0 speeds slightly slower than last year's model
"bundled" software must be downloaded from Iomega's site
Attractive design, Can withstand short drops, Second-fastest USB 3.0 drive tested, Hard drive is encrypted
Must download backup software separately, Bigger and heavier than other drives
Overall, the Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive is a very good choice. For those who don't require the extra protection, the faster Seagate GoFlex is $25 less expensive, has excellent utilities, and its connector is future-proofed. Still, while the size of...
USB 3.0 speed at USB 2.0 prices, Fast, even compared with other USB 3.0 drives
USB 2.0 speeds slightly slower than last year's model, "bundled" software must be downloaded from Iomega's site
Minor software frustrations aside, the eGo remains a speedy, solid contender for your portable-drive dollars, especially if your PC has USB 3.0 (or you're considering upgrading). ...
Iomega has been offering eGo portable hard drives for a few years now, however the much welcomed addition of USB 3.0 translates into faster transfer speeds if the computers you use support the newer standard. Externally, the enclosure is a bit bulkier...
The eGo is stylish, rugged, and holds a heckuva lot more than any flash drive you’ve got. The price is right ($69.95 MSRP) and it’s ready to go.Dimensions: 5.07″ x 3.54″ x .87″ Weight: 7 oz. (500GB) Available color(s): Ruby red, blackbelt, midnight blu...
Published: 2010-11-11, Author: John , review by: techworld.com
Good features? The encryption is a steal on a drive at this price and the bundled backup utilities work well, despite being licensed for a single PC and being Windows-only. Buying a USB 3.0 drive should also be a no brainer because it will offer bette...
Abstract: We’re spoiled for choice when it comes to external hard drives, and given a large number of people base their decision primarily on price-per-gigabyte, a manufacturer has to offer something compelling if they want to stand out from the crowd. Iomega’s ...
Published: 2010-10-21, Author: Anthony , review by: everythingusb.com
Surprisingly robust, Stylish design, Simple to use encryption, Software is preloaded on the drive, no need of CD/DVD to install it, 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption, 3 year warranty
No active cooling, Sealed unit so hard drive replacement will be difficult, No power On/Off switch for drive, 5400-rpm drive means less than blazing speeds...
The Iomega eGo USB 3.0 portable hard drive certainly is more robust than most portable hard drives. It also has a stylish good looks that leaves most looking like ugly ducklings in comparison. With that being said the use of a slower 5400-rpm drive is ...
