GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0
This GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Card Reader accepts any brand of CompactFlash or Microdrive memory card inserted into its single slot, and transfers the stored data to your computer through its fast USB 2.0 interface. Simply connect the reader to a USB port on a desktop or laptop computer, and insert your memory card - no software drivers are necessary to use this reader on most Windows and Macintosh computers.
- Compatible with CompactFlash Type I & II Cards
- Reads CompactFlash memory cards and transfers their data to your PC without the need for a card adapter.
- USB Compatible
- USB 1.1 & USB 2.0 compatible with transfer rate up to 40 Mbps, and supports hot-swappable Plug & Play use. The unit also auto-detects cards when inserted.
- Small & Compact
- Small, external design makes it ideal for use in combination with PDAs, digital cameras and laptop computers.
- USB Powered
- With low power consumption, the reader is powered by the USB connection, with a LED power indicator.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 136 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
75%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (106)
- Fast transfer (80)
- Reliable (59)
- Excellent interface (39)
- Durable dock (35)
Cons
- Slow connection (9)
- Poor interface (5)
Best Uses
- Image transfer (93)
- Digital photography (67)
- Digital capture (23)
- Viewing images (19)
- Image storage (16)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (52), Semi-professional (40), Professional (33), Casual user (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (58)
Most Liked Positive Review
Some reservations, but it does its job.
When I first saw this product online, I thought, what a great idea. A CF reader in a compact USB reader. This is probably the most compact you can get with a CF ...Read complete review
When I first saw this product online, I thought, what a great idea. A CF reader in a compact USB reader. This is probably the most compact you can get with a CF reader. I was a little hesitant because of the brand because it wasn't a name brand but I decided to check it out anyways.
When I first tried it out, I had some problems. To test it out, I tried copying picture files from my computer to the CF card (because I didn't have any pictures on it). Copying was slow and eventually it stopped, stating various error messages. I wasn't too happy about that. When I put the card back in my camera (Olympus E-520), the card was write protected. I had to fiddle around with it and eventually format it in my camera in order to get the card working again.
Since I hate returning things, I decided to give it one more shot. I quickly took 937mb worth of pictures and tried transferring them to my computer. It worked just fine. The transfer speeds ranged from 1m 33s to 1m 46s for 937mb. (Why 937mb? It is approximately the space on my 4gb card [3.73gb] divided by 4. I wanted to know about how long it would take to transfer a full memory card to my computer [according my amateur testing, about 6-7 minutes])
I put the card back into my camera and it worked just fine.
All that said, this usb card reader is exactly what it states it is, a "card reader". It's not good for much else, but reading my CF card and putting pictures on my computer is pretty much all I need it to do.
Note: I've read in other reviews that the pins inside the reader are fragile, so be careful when inserting your CF card into the reader.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Errors when using on Mac OSX
Works well on a PC - I used it on XP.
When I got a Macbook, I immediately had problems using this reader. Apple couldn't figure out a fix for it, an...Read complete review
Works well on a PC - I used it on XP.
When I got a Macbook, I immediately had problems using this reader. Apple couldn't figure out a fix for it, and it gives permissions errors on both Tiger and Leopard. Won't let you fully transfer files to or from the card, and then you can't eject it so your files are corrupted when you pull it out.
Windows yes, Mac no.
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Pros
- Durable Dock
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Main use is for transferring data- Works well and is easy and sleek to use. No problems as of yet..
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Poor Interface
Best Uses
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
I was a bit disappointed that the card reader didn't come with a cover of some sort to cover the USB end of things so it wouldn't get damaged while in my camera bag. Likewise, the opening where you insert you CF card is wide open and subject to the elements. Would be nice if they had a robber stopper of some sort to prevent it from getting junk in there. Mine was rendered useless after a couple days bouncing around in my camera bag. Better to spend a few more dollars and get someting more sturdy. Event a simple case would have been helpful.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Cheap
- Compact
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
- Small
Cons
- Poor Contact Pins
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
This is one of the best compact card readers on the market, excluding the fact that the contact pins are poor and you have to be gentle or else they will bend slightly. They are easy to fix though if you do!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent Interface
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
I travel and take a lot of pictures and needed a way to transfer the pictures to a notebook. This device allows me to transfer directly from the compact flash card without draining the camera battery. It is small enough that adding it to all the gear I carry is not a consideration.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Capture
- Digital Photography
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
I bought this reader to download footage from my 7D but lasted less than I would have expected. On of the connectors inside just bend it a little bit. No good...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable Dock
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
So far works very well for me.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent Interface
- Fast Transfer
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Capture
- Digital Photography
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Very easy to use
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable Dock
- Fast Transfer
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Works great. Use it to transfer picts from my CF cards to my laptop when on vacation.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to use
- Nice Size
- Simple
Cons
- Poor manufacturer support
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
This reader had performed flawlessly until it had failed after 3 months of light use. I did not have any issues with bent pins, the unit simply no longer recognizes any cards inserted into it. Tried to contact manufacturer for warranty information to no avail.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent Interface
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
•Things that are great about it
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent Interface
Cons
Best Uses
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
•Things that are great about it
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Absolutely none
Cons
- Needs cable sometimes
- Poor Interface
Best Uses
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Just purchased this reader and will return it on my next visit to B&H. I use a Mac and after inserting the card into my laptop's USB port, it's a hit or miss deal whether it shows up on my desktop or not. Sometimes it does, and sometimes it just doesn't work. Have to take the reader out of the port, resert it, go back and forth like this a few times until it finally does appear on the desktop. A total waste of time.
Also note: "cable" problem. One of the reasons I bought this reader was because there were no extra cables to get in the way. A direct link. Well, that also only works sometimes. It might work (as I said hit or miss) on your laptop USB port, but it definitely won't work at all if you try inserting it into a keyboard USB port. A window comes up saying you must insert it directly into a computer's USB port, not in an in-between port like a keyboard or non-powered hub. It's a "power" issue. So on my regular desktop computer, that means I'd have to use a cable connected to a back USB port on the computer and then connect the reader to that so I can access it. Defeats the whole idea of a "cableless" card reader doesn't it.
All and all, I'm going to spend a few bucks more and get something (a Lexar maybe) that works the way it should!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Works well but getting the alignment to insert the card can be a bit tricky. Convenient for backing-up photos to a laptop on the go. It is a little flimsy but construction is in line with the price; however, I would pay more for a tougher version.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Capture
- Digital Photography
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Small and reasonable priced but seems to hold up nicely. Fast enough for most purposes. Hopefully the pins will handle the beating that my frequency of use will give them.
So far so good.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable Dock
- Excellent Interface
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Capture
- Digital Photography
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
I use this reader on my laptop when out in the field during a shoot. I can upload my images to my external drive quickly and easly. A resl time savor.
Pros
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Interface
Best Uses
- Digital Capture
- Digital Photography
- Image Storage
- Image Transfer
- Viewing Images
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Great product. Would've have been nice if the CF slot and USB had a rubber or plastic cover.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- None
Cons
- Cheap
Best Uses
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Mine broke after the third use. I tried to insert my CF card only to notice that it would not go in the reader. After careful inspection, I noticed that some of the pins inside were bent. This is not from misuse. I am very careful with everything that I own. However, my friend has the exact same one that I have used in the past and he has not had any problems with his for over a year.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
- Image Transfer
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Small, fits right into the camera bag.
A lot faster than using a usb cable to transfer images over into your computer!
Small buy, but a good one.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent Interface
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
- Image Storage
- Image Transfer
- Viewing Images
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
I carry this in my camera bag. It is very compact. There are not wires or plugs to attach before using.
No need for three feet of cable to store until using.
This was my purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent Interface
- Fast Transfer
- Lightweight
Cons
- No USBCF card slot cover
Best Uses
- Digital Photography
- Image Storage
- Image Transfer
- Viewing Images
Comments about GGI CompactFlash Type I & II Memory Card Reader - USB 2.0:
Great product and it's pretty fast. The only disadvantage, there's no cover for the USB end or the CF card slot to protect the small prongs. So you have to be extra careful of where you store it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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