LaCie Rugged Mini SSD

500 GB
Price in EUR including VAT
EUR194,84/1TB
11Ratings
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Test reportsVery good based on 3 tests
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Product details

The iconic orange design, the form factor, and the security it offers make the Rugged one of our most popular hard drives. The Rugged Mini is a compact version of the Rugged, featuring countless new functions – a solid investment for data transport.

The LaCie Rugged Mini Hard Disk shares many features with the popular Rugged Hard Disk, such as shock resistance and drop protection. Additionally, both hard drives are equipped with rubber protection. However, the Rugged Mini offers an added advantage: it is also rain and pressure resistant. Even if a one-ton vehicle drives over it, it will still function! Its small size makes the Rugged ideal for on-the-go use, and its sturdy casing protects it from impacts, pressure, or collisions.

With the Rugged Mini, you benefit from the speed of USB 3.0 and full backward compatibility with USB 2.0, meaning you can use it with almost any computer. With USB 3.0, you can transfer a 700 MB video file in less than 7 seconds. In comparison, this takes 25 seconds with USB 2.0. To enhance the data transfer rate on your Mac, you can use the LaCie USB 3.0 driver for Mac.

The Rugged Mini not only protects your data from external influences with its robust casing – it also safeguards against unauthorized access. With the included password protection software, you can easily ensure that your files are always safe and secure, no matter where you are. You can access your password-protected files from any computer, enjoying complete data security along with total data mobility.

Key specifications

Interface
USB-C
Read transfer speed
2000 MB/s
Write transfer speed
2000 MB/s
Item number
40246321

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
STMF500400
Release date
28.11.2023

Colour

Colour
Orange
Exact colour description
grey / orange

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
500 GB
Interface
USB-C
Read transfer speed
2000 MB/s
Write transfer speed
2000 MB/s
Form factor
2.5"

Origin

Country of origin
Singapore

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
USB C to C cable

Product dimensions

Length
10.53 cm
Width
6.69 cm
Height
1.73 cm
Weight
114 g

Package dimensions

Length
14.50 cm
Width
9.50 cm
Height
3 cm
Weight
160 g

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of returnReturn policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions
3 additional offers

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «External SSD» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 7.Crucial
    0,8 %
  • 7.Intenso
    0,8 %
  • 7.LaCie
    0,8 %
  • 7.Lexar
    0,8 %
  • 11.OWC
    1,1 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 6.SanDisk
    6 days
  • 6.SanDisk Professional
    6 days
  • 8.Kingston
    7 days
  • 9.WD
    8 days
  • 10.LaCie
    9 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «External SSD» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 11.Verbatim
    1,2 %
  • 12.Crucial
    1,4 %
  • 13.LaCie
    2,2 %
  • 14.Adata
    2,3 %
  • 15.Synology
    3,8 %
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good90/100
Very good90/100
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PC Welt OnlineSingle testReleaseAugust 2024
  • PositiveFits in every shirt pocket
  • PositiveFast USB performance of 20 Gbit/s
  • PositiveLooks good
  • PositiveShock-absorbing silicone cover
  • NegativeType C cover can easily get lost

The Lacie Rugged Mini SSD offers high performance and looks good too. It also comes with a software package, an above-average warranty and free data recovery if you need it.

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Macwelt spezialDas beste Zubehör fürs MacbookReleaseJuly 2024
  • PositiveGood data transfer rates
  • PositiveRobust housing

    The Rugged Mini SSD is a robust yet compact SSD drive. Even if the Mac does not support the maximum speed of the connection, the Rugged Mini SSD offers good performance.

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    Very good89/100
    MAC LIFE Logo
    Rank 6 out of 8MAC LIFESSDs im VergleichReleaseApril 2024

    Eight external SSDs were at the starting line of our comparison test; eight made it to the finish line - there was no total failure to report. First of all: The fact that the currently fastest USB SSDs according to USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 do not deliver their speed advantage on a Mac, at least at present, is not due to the manufacturers of the SSDs...