10 Best USB Card Readers for PC

Memory cards come in all formats – the most popular among photographers being SD, CF (including CFExpress) and XQD.

we’ve put together a collection of the best USB Card Readers that are currently available on the market. To help you find the perfect USB Card Reader among a wide variety of options, we constantly update our collection with new and trending models.

10 Best USB Card Readers

Based on dozens of customer reviews and ratings, the followings are the top 10 best-selling USB Card Readers:

#	Preview	Product	Price
1		SmartQ C368 USB 3.0 SD Card Reader, Plug N Play, Apple and Windows Compatible, Powered by USB,…	$16.99	View Product
2		Anker 2-in-1 USB 3.0 SD Card Reader for SDXC, SDHC, SD, MMC, RS-MMC, Micro SDXC, Micro SD, Micro…	$16.99	View Product
3		SD Card Reader 7 in 1, WARRKY Multi-Card Reader Hub for 3 USB 3.0, 4 Memory Cards [Fast,…	$17.99	View Product
4		Vanja Micro USB OTG Adapter and USB 2.0 Portable Memory Card Reader for SD-3C SDXC SDHC MMC RS-MMC…	$7.99	View Product
5		ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B and SD UHS-II Dual-Slot Memory Card Reader | USB 3.2 Gen 2 for…	$72.99	View Product
6		Sony CFexpress Type A 160GB Memory Card MRWG2 CFexpress Type A/SD Memory Card Reader and Knox Gear 4…	$518.00	View Product
7		UGREEN SD Card Reader 4 in 1 USB 3.0 SD TF CF MS Memory Card Adapter 5Gbps Read Write Simultaneously…	$16.98	View Product
8		UGREEN SD Card Reader USB 3.0 Dual Slot Flash Memory Card Reader TF SD Micro SD SDXC SDHC MMC RS-MMC…	$13.89	View Product
9		Memory Card Reader, BENFEI 4in1 USB USB-C to SD Micro SD MS CF Card Reader Adapter	$13.99	View Product
10		SD Card Reader, uni USB C Memory Card Reader Adapter USB 3.0, Supports SD/Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC,…	$15.99	View Product

Top Rated USB Card Reader Reviews

Since we’ve mentioned 10 different models of USB Card Readers on the above list, it may be difficult for you to find the right one for your needs. This is why we listed the key features of each of these USB Card Readers below:

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SmartQ C368 USB 3.0 SD Card Reader, Plug N Play, Apple and Windows Compatible, Powered by USB, Supports CF/SD/SDHC/SCXC/MMC/MMC Micro, etc.

$16.99

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Product Highlights:

• Super fast data transferring speeds: Super-speed (5gpbs), high-speed (480mbps), full-speed (12mbps)
• Supports most standard memory cards including cf/sd/sdhc/scxc/mmc/*mmc micro/*rs mmc/*mini sd/micro sd/ms duo/ms pro/ms pro duo/ms pro hg duo
• Simultaneous access to multiple cards for concurrent downloads (up to 4 different cards)
• Plug and play, no software needed

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Anker 2-in-1 USB 3.0 SD Card Reader for SDXC, SDHC, SD, MMC, RS-MMC, Micro SDXC, Micro SD, Micro SDHC Card and UHS-I Cards

$16.99

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Product Highlights:

• Simultaneously read and write on two cards to save yourself the effort of constant unplugging and re-plugging.
• USB 3.0 enables data transfer rates of up to 5Gbps for faster Sync times, backward compatible with USB 2.0/ 1.1.
• Fully powered via your USB port — no additional power supply required.
• No drivers required for Windows 10/ 8/ 7/ Vista or Mac OS X 10.2 and above.
• Package contents: Anker SD/TF Card Reader, hassle-free 18-month warranty.

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SD Card Reader 7 in 1, WARRKY Multi-Card Reader Hub for 3 USB 3.0, 4 Memory Cards [Fast, Simultaneous, Versatile] for Micro SD, TF, SDHC, SDXC, MMC, Micro SDXC, Micro SDHC, MS, UHS-I, CF, CFI

$17.99

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Product Highlights:

• 【7-IN-1 Card Reader Plug N Play】Simultaneously⚡ read and write on four cards and three more USB 3.0 devices to save yourself from constantly plug-n-unplug. Enjoy fast photo downloads, smooth video editing, and quick file transfers. A work from home must-have.
• 【Durable and Friendly Design】 2.5ft long braided nylon cable for extra durability and user-friendly non-slip design on USB A shell for easier plug and unplug. Withstands being used time and time again, for years of reliable data transfer with WARRKY USB Card Reader
• 【Super Speed & High Capacity】 Supports up to 2TB SD/Micro SD card read and super speed up to 5Gbps – 10X faster than USB 2.0 (480 Mbps), which allows you to transfer HD movies or files in seconds with USB 3.0. Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1
• 【Broad Compatibility】One Reader for Multi Cards: USB Card Reader Hub is designed with 4 card slots, which allow you to read and transfer data for SDXC/SDHC/SD/Extreme I III SD/Ultra II SD/MMC/RS-MMC or Micro SD/TF/Micro SDXC/Micro SDHC/UHS-I or CF I 3.0/4.0 /Extreme I III CF
• 【WARRKY】is dedicated to introducing superb-quality products that are sophisticated designed and reasonably priced for providing the best solutions to connect your work and life.

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Vanja Micro USB OTG Adapter and USB 2.0 Portable Memory Card Reader for SD-3C SDXC SDHC MMC RS-MMC Micro SDXC Micro SD Micro SDHC Card and UHS-I Cards

$7.99

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Product Highlights:

• [Multi-Function Design]: Vanja USB 2.0 Card Reader set the USB 2.0 plug and Micro USB plug in one, making this card reader compatible with all tablets and Android phones that support OTG function. (NOTICE: The Card Reader is NOT compatible with iPhone/iPad/Kindle/Fire Tablet).
• [More Easily Read Most Memory Cards]: USB 2.0 Memory Card Reader for data transmission, manage all your data from/to/on devices and across multiple platforms(Create, copy, edit, move, delete, rename, Open in, and so on).It compatible with SD-3C SDXC SDHC SD MMC RS-MMC Micro TF Micro SDXC Micro SDHC UHS-I memory cards.
• [On-The-Go Date]: Support on all OTG device. Play back videos/music directly from external memory without occupying space on Device. Share video or picture to your families or friends in anytime anywhere. Please contact us if you don’t know whether your phone have OTG function, we will help you.
• [Universal Compatibility & Easy Use]: Powers via Micro USB/USB port, no additional power supply needed. Easy to take, use and install, no additional software installation required.(No drivers required for Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista and XP, MAC OS 10.4.6 and above, as well as Android).
• [Package Contents & Warranty]: An SD Card Reader with “Vanja” logo (NOT include Cards). All products sold by Vanja have hassle-free 18-month warranty.

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ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B and SD UHS-II Dual-Slot Memory Card Reader | USB 3.2 Gen 2 for Professional Filmmakers, Photographers & Content Creators

$72.99

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Product Highlights:

• DO MORE OF WHAT YOU LOVE:​ ​Because the ​ProGrade Digital™​ USB 3.2 Gen 2 ​CFexpress™​ ​Type B and SD​™​ dual-slot memory card reader transfers your data at lightning speed – up to 1.25GB/s (10Gb/s) from both cards simultaneously – you can spend more time creating and less time waiting on downloads.
• DESIGNED FOR LIFE ON THE ROAD:​ ​Wherever you go, your included adhesive metal plate attaches the magnetic card reader to your laptop to create a compact mobile workstation. Streamline your workflow on a mountaintop, backseat of a ride, or anywhere else your life takes you.
• PRO LEVEL CONFIDENCE:​ ​When success depends on your equipment, you need the very best. The ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B and SD card reader is expertly engineered to outperform the competition as the strongest link in your photography, video, audio or digital imaging workflow.
• BUILT BETTER:​ ​The ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B and SD dual-slot ​memory card reader is precision manufactured to outlast the toughest conditions you can throw at it and still perform faster than the rest. Refresh Pro​™​ enabled, it’s never been easier to ensure optimal performance from your ProGrade Digital memory cards.
• ORDER NOW to GET AN INDUSTRY-LEADING 2 YEAR WARRANTY: ProGrade’s unwavering commitment to the best service, quality, and reliability, means you’re covered by a 2-year warranty. If anything goes wrong, we’ll replace, repair or refund your item.

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Sony CFexpress Type A 160GB Memory Card MRWG2 CFexpress Type A/SD Memory Card Reader and Knox Gear 4 Port USB 3.0 Hub Bundle (3 Items)

$518.00

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Product Highlights:

• BUNDLE INCLUDES: Sony CFexpress Type A 160GB Memory Card, Sony MRWG2 CFexpress Type A/SD Memory Card Reader, and Knox Gear 3.0 4 Port USB Hub
• TRANSFER SPEEDS: This memory card features a compact design yet achieves read speeds as high as 800MB/s and write speeds as high as 700MB/s, greatly reducing buffer clearing times
• CONSTRUCTION: This CFexpress Type A memory card from Sony features outstanding durability and it keeps up with Sony’s TOUGH specifications. This card is five times more resistant to drop impact and up to ten times more resistant to bending, compared to its required standards
• FEATURES: This card features a specialized internal structure for achieving an IPX7-rated water resistance and an IP5X-rated dust resistance (IP57) for enhanced durability

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UGREEN SD Card Reader 4 in 1 USB 3.0 SD TF CF MS Memory Card Adapter 5Gbps Read Write Simultaneously for SD SDXC SDHC CF CFI TF Micro SD Micro SDXC Micro SDHC MS MMC UHS-I Cards for Windows Mac Linux

$16.98

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Product Highlights:

• One Reader for Multi Cards: UGREEN USB SD Card Reader is designed with 4 card slots, which are SD, Micro SD(TF), CF, MS. You can use it to read almost all your memory cards from smart TV, mobile phones, sat-nav, PS4, Xbox, Camera, etc. The Memory cards it can read including SD/SDXC/SDHC/Extreme I III SD/Ultra II SD/MMC/RS-MMC/Micro SD(TF)/Micro SDXC/Micro SDHC/UHS-I/CF I 3.0/4.0 /Extreme I III CF/Ultra II CF/HS CF/XS-XS CF/CF Elite Pro/ CF Pro/CF Pro II or MS/MS PRO/MS PRO-HG/MS XC.
• 4 Cards Work Simultaneously: The UGREEN USB Memory Card Reader is Designed with SD, TF, CF, and MS 4 card slots, and supports reading and writing 4 different memory cards at the same time. it will efficiently save your time in transferring and back up photos or video, avoiding repeated plugging and unplugging.
• 5Gbps High-speed: This UGREEN USB 3.0 Micro SD Card Reader supports up to 5Gbps data transmission speed with the USB 3.0 port, which is 10x faster than the USB 2.0 version (480Mbps). It will save you a lot of time from data transfer. This SD Card Adapter is also backward compatible with the USB 2.0 port.
• Wide Compatibility/Plug & Play: This UGREEN SD Card Reader can be perfectly compatible with Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / XP / Vista, Mac OS, Linux, Chrome OS, and etc. There’s no need to install any drivers, and it supports hot-swapping and auto-detection. You can plug and play to read your memory cards at any time.
• Compact & Portable Design: The UGREEN 4 in 1 SD Card Reader is designed with a super mini size, which you can put in your briefcase or pocket, and use anywhere. A 1.5ft short cable tail would reduce stress on the USB port on your computer and won’t affect the use of adjacent ports.

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UGREEN SD Card Reader USB 3.0 Dual Slot Flash Memory Card Reader TF SD Micro SD SDXC SDHC MMC RS-MMC Micro SDXC Micro SDHC UHS-I for Mac Windows Linux Chrome Read 2 Cards Simultaneously

$13.89

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Product Highlights:

• A Good Companion for PC: UGREEN USB 3.0 card reader easily expands SD and TF slot on your computer. It supports SDXC/SDHC/SD/MMC/RS-MMC/Micro SD/TF /Micro SDXC/Micro SDHC/UHS-I memory cards.
• Read and Write on 2 Cards Simultaneously(Dual Ports): The SD card reader could read and write on two cards at the same time to keep you away from the hassle of constant unplugging and re-plugging.
• Super Speed & High Capacity: Supports up to 512G SD/Micro SD card read and super speed up to 5Gbps – 10X faster than USB 2.0 (480 Mbps), which allows you to transfer HD movies or files in just seconds through USB 3.0. Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1.
• Broad Compatibility: For the USB 3.0 connection, compatible with Windows11/10/8.1/8/7/XP/Vista, Mac OS, Linux, Chrome OS.
• Easy Installation: plug and play, no driver needed on the compatible devices. Portable Kit: with slim and sleek design, this tiny usb card reader is a great kit for travel.

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Memory Card Reader, BENFEI 4in1 USB USB-C to SD Micro SD MS CF Card Reader Adapter

$13.99

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Product Highlights:

• INTEGRATED DESIGN – The integrated-designed BENFEI USB-C/USB 3.0 card reader provide high data speed access to 4 different card type, the SD(Secure Digital), Micro SD(TF), MS(Memory Stick) and CF(Compact Flash). And with 2in1 USB-C/USB 3.0 design, BENFEI card reader could works with computer or laptop by USB 3.0/2.0 slot or the latest USB Type-C(Thunderbolt 3) slot. A universal card reader solution.
• INCREDIBLE PERFORMANCE – With latest USB Type-C or the USB 3.0 port, fully enjoy the transfer rates in UHS-I mode up to 104MB/sec, backward Compatible with USB 2.0/1.1. Browse and view photos instantly on your USB-C/USB3.0 smartphones/laptops. (NOTE: The final data speed is decided by the card and USB slot Type ).
• SUPERIOR STABILITY – Built-in advanced IC chip handle the USB-C/USB high speed data transfer signal, allow HD movies trasfer in just seconds. It is NOT a simultaneously card reader and cannot read 4 card at the same moment.
• BROAD COMPATIBILITY – Compatible with MacBook Pro 2019/2018/2017/2016, MacBook 2017/2016/2015, iPad Pro 2018, Surface Book 2, Samsung Galaxy S10/S9/S8/Note 8/Note 9, HTC U11/U12, Pixelbook, Dell XPS 15 / XPS 13, Galaxy Book, and many other USB-C Devices. NOTE: SDXC cards (capacity at 64GB or larger) use a special file format “exFAT”, which is not supported in Windows XP, Windows Vista before SP1, and Mac OS X before 10.6.6).
• 18 MONTH WARRANTY – Exclusive Benfei Unconditional 18-month Warranty ensures long-time satisfaction of your purchase; Friendly and easy-to-reach customer service to solve your problems timely

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SD Card Reader, uni USB C Memory Card Reader Adapter USB 3.0, Supports SD/Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC, Compatible for MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iPad Pro 2018, Galaxy S20, Huawei Mate 30, and More

$15.99

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Product Highlights:

• 【USB 3.0 + USB C】 Both interfaces support high-speed data transfer up to 5 Gbps. Compatible with SDXC, SDHC, SD, MMC, RS-MMC, Micro SDXC, Micro SD and Micro SDHC cards. Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1
• 【Double duty】 Simultaneously reading and writing on two cards to save the constant plugging and pulling of plugs. Enjoy fast photo downloads, smooth video editing and fast file transfers. Double your productivity with simultaneous microSD/SD card access. View recordings of your security cameras, wildlife monitors, private surveillance cameras and car monitors instead of bringing them home to you
• 【Plug and Play】Designed to not block your other ports. Its slim profile makes it easy to store in your camera bag or backpack and provides convenient access to micro/SD cards when needed. No drivers are required for Windows 10/8/7/Vista or Mac OS X 10.2 and later. No additional power supply required.
• 【Wide Compatibility】Compatible with MacBook Pro (2019~2016), MacBook (2019~2015), iMac Pro (iMac), Acer Aspire Switch 12 S/R13, Predator 15/17X, XPS 13, 15, Alienware 13/15/17, Spectre x360, Microsoft Surface Pro, Book 2, Razer Blade 15/Stealth 13/Pro 17, Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro, S20, S20 Plus, S20 Ultra Huawei P40/P30 and most other USB-C / A devices.(Currently doesn’t support iPad Pro 2020)
• 【uniAccessories】uni focuses on USB-C accessories and brings better alternatives to you in the USB-C accessories space, such as: USB-C hubs, various adapters, and cables. We stand by our products! Welcome to find us with any product-related questions.

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Final Words

So, these are all of the Best USB Card Readers available on the market. We hope this collection was helpful to find the right USB Card Reader for the money. However, we recommend checking out the features, benefits, and problems of each of these USB Card Readers before taking your decision.