CONCLUSION

   The brand new datAshur PRO2 may not be as “compact” as its predecessor the award winning datAshur PRO (the zinc alloy lanyard is a bit over the top) but not only does it feature a higher-quality enclosure (also more durable) which at least in our opinion looks better but it also packs several features aimed at making it even more secure (something we didn’t think possible). We actually did use some hacking software tools as we always do with secure drives (we’re no hackers however) and most of them wouldn’t even recognize the drive when plugged into our systems (just like our hardware information tools). Leaving out the “secure” end of the datAshur PRO2 i have to admit that we did expect better performance levels (it does trade punches with the PRO model however) and we were also somewhat surprised to see that iStorage ships the drive without their 1 year DriveSecurity license but I’m sure this was done to make the drive more affordable than its predecessor.

   The iStorage datAshur PRO2 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 drive was introduced into the market just a couple of months ago and currently retails for USD315.11 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and for 313Euros inside the EU (directly from iStorage) a price tag which is actually quite balanced for what you’re getting in return (still not exactly affordable). With that in mind if you really need the capacities and extra security features offered by the datAshur PRO2 line of USB 3.2 Gen 1 drives by iStorage (either for work or personal use that matters not) there’s no better alternative right now in the market which is why we’re giving it our Platinum Award.

PROS

- Build Quality (IP58 Certified Aluminum Enclosure)
- Design
- PIN Authentication
- Security Measures (AES-XTS 256-bit Hardware Encryption / EAL4+ Ready CPU / FIPS 140-2 Level 3, NCSC CPA, NLNCSA BSPA & NATO restricted level certified)
- Good Performance
- Available in 8/16/32/64/128/256/512GB
- Laser Etching Service
- 3 Year Warranty with Free Lifetime Support

CONS

- Price (For Some)
- Size
- DriveSecurity Suite No Longer Included