---
product_id: 15788725
title: "Cruzer Ultra 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive SDCZ48-016G-U46 up to 100MB/s (Pack of 5)"
brand: "sandisk"
price: "KSh15978"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Sandisk"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/15788725-cruzer-ultra-16gb-usb-3-0-flash-drive-sdcz48-016g
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# Up to 130MB/s read speed 16GB reliable storage capacity Secure retractable USB design Cruzer Ultra 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive SDCZ48-016G-U46 up to 100MB/s (Pack of 5)

**Brand:** sandisk
**Price:** KSh15978
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Power up your productivity with SanDisk Ultra USB 3.0 — speed, security, and style in your pocket!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cruzer Ultra 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive SDCZ48-016G-U46 up to 100MB/s (Pack of 5) by sandisk
- **How much does it cost?** KSh15978 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/15788725-cruzer-ultra-16gb-usb-3-0-flash-drive-sdcz48-016g)

## Best For

- sandisk enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sandisk brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Sleek & Secure:** Retractable USB connector protects your drive from dust and damage, keeping your data safe on the go 🔒
- • **Compact & Portable:** Slim, lightweight design fits effortlessly in your pocket or bag—perfect for busy professionals on the move 👜
- • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** Experience lightning-quick file moves with USB 3.0 speeds up to 130MB/s—because your time is money ⚡
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with Mac and Windows platforms, plus easy reformatting options for large files 💻
- • **Trusted Brand Reliability:** SanDisk’s proven durability means zero failures, so your important files are always protected 💼

## Overview

The SanDisk Cruzer Ultra 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive delivers up to 130MB/s read speeds with a sleek retractable design, offering fast, secure, and portable storage trusted by professionals worldwide. Compatible with Mac and Windows, it’s perfect for quick file transfers and reliable backup on the go.

## Description

The SanDisk Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive offers an easy and secure way to share, move, and back up your most important files. Featuring a sleek retractable design this flash drive is ideal for data users who need easy, portable access to their media and personal files. This drive now features High-speed 130MB/s read with write speeds of up to 10X faster than standard USB 2.0 drives.

Review: Great price and works well. - I've bought a lot of these. These things are awesome and a very good price. I've never had any issues with them.
Review: Fast! Most Dependable Thumb Drives I've found! - I'm a professional photographer and much of my work is delivered via USB-3 Thumb Drives. SanDisk is the most trusted brand in solid-state media and my go-to brand for USB drives. I have been using SanDisk Cruzer Ultra drives in 16, 32, and 64 gb sizes without a single failure for many years. You should know that a 16 GB Thumb drive does NOT provide 16 GB of data storage, I will never understand that is, but you are limited. Each drive has to reserve space for firmware and that drops your drive capacity, so purchase a drive that has a capacity far above what you actually need. Limited file size has nothing to do with the USB rated size, but is due to the "formatting" These Drives come Formatted to FAT32 that means a single file cannot be larger than 4GB as formatted. BUT YOU can re-format the drive with Windows. When you place the thumb drive in your usb-3 port on your computer, you can right-click the drive and select FORMAT, then instead of FAT32, Choose NTFS and you can then add large files to the drive. I do a lot of cinematic/video presentations and have had to re-format the drives for those larger movie files. I like these drives and the USB connection is retractable, BUT, it is still exposed to dust and debris that may be in your pocket, I highly recommend that you also purchase some sort of case to put your drive in when it's not in use. I personally use the CaseLogic zippered cases for storage, mailing and transporting my valuable data-loaded SanDisk Flash Drives. I would definitely recommend them! They are the best combination of price, quality, and performance.

## Features

- Sandisk, the most trusted name in memory!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00NIEIRVY |
| Best Sellers Rank | #171 in USB Flash Drives |
| Color | Black |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,076) |
| Date First Available | September 12, 2014 |
| Flash Memory Size | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory Type | USB |
| Hard Drive | 16 GB |
| Hardware Connectivity Technology | USB Type A |
| Hardware Platform | Mac |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.1 x 4 x 1.6 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.8 ounces |
| Item model number | SDCZ48-016G-U46 |
| Manufacturer | SanDisk |
| Model Name | SanDisk Ultra USB 3.0 |
| Product Dimensions | 0.42"D x 0.87"W x 0.31"H |
| Read Speed | 100 Megabytes Per Second |
| UPC | 619659102135 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sandisk
- **Hardware Interface:** USB 2.0, USB 3.0
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 16 GB
- **Special Feature:** Portable
- **Write Speed:** 40 MB per second

## Images

![Cruzer Ultra 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive SDCZ48-016G-U46 up to 100MB/s (Pack of 5) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Jho0jaI4L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this easy to use?**
A: Yes, they are easy to use, but only if you have opposable thumbs. If you do not have opposable thumbs, you will find using these flash drives VERY difficult.

**Q: Are these USB 2.0 compatible?**
A: Yes, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatible.

**Q: What Class are these?**
A: They don’t seem to have class like SD cards. They have a speed of up to 100mb / sec.

**Q: Can we get a refund?**
A: possibly, but you'd need to go through your amazon orders, find the order for the item, and request a refund if you didn't wait too long.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great price and works well.
*by M***N on January 17, 2026*

I've bought a lot of these. These things are awesome and a very good price. I've never had any issues with them.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fast! Most Dependable Thumb Drives I've found!
*by F***G on October 30, 2018*

I'm a professional photographer and much of my work is delivered via USB-3 Thumb Drives. SanDisk is the most trusted brand in solid-state media and my go-to brand for USB drives. I have been using SanDisk Cruzer Ultra drives in 16, 32, and 64 gb sizes without a single failure for many years. You should know that a 16 GB Thumb drive does NOT provide 16 GB of data storage, I will never understand that is, but you are limited. Each drive has to reserve space for firmware and that drops your drive capacity, so purchase a drive that has a capacity far above what you actually need. Limited file size has nothing to do with the USB rated size, but is due to the "formatting" These Drives come Formatted to FAT32 that means a single file cannot be larger than 4GB as formatted. BUT YOU can re-format the drive with Windows. When you place the thumb drive in your usb-3 port on your computer, you can right-click the drive and select FORMAT, then instead of FAT32, Choose NTFS and you can then add large files to the drive. I do a lot of cinematic/video presentations and have had to re-format the drives for those larger movie files. I like these drives and the USB connection is retractable, BUT, it is still exposed to dust and debris that may be in your pocket, I highly recommend that you also purchase some sort of case to put your drive in when it's not in use. I personally use the CaseLogic zippered cases for storage, mailing and transporting my valuable data-loaded SanDisk Flash Drives. I would definitely recommend them! They are the best combination of price, quality, and performance.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These are GREAT!
*by M***. on December 4, 2025*

These work perfectly for storing ANY kind or type of files - JPEG, WAV, EXCEL, MP#, MP$, WORD documents - literally EVERYTHING! I like the 16 GB as they have plenty of capacity and can fit pretty much a whole year's worth of material I generate on just one of these. And they are FAST! Highly Recommend!

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*Last updated: 2026-03-18*