ADATA's Urban Tapsafe 2 TB NFC Portable SSD stands out with a premium build, interchangeable faceplates, and a clever NFC lock that is very convenient in daily use. It also delivers strong 20 Gbps speeds and a large SLC cache, though the premium price and short NFC range keep it from being an easy buy.

The ADATA Urban Tapsafe is a premium portable SSD designed for professionals and content creators. It comes in 1 TB and 2 TB capacities; we review the latter. Unique is its NFC-based unlocking: the drive won't expose contents until you tap it with an ADATA app on your smartphone. The Urban Tapsafe has a sturdy metallic polycarbonate body with magnetically attaching top-plates (metallic black and iridescent). It weighs 72 g and features a 20 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface, with advertised speeds up to 1900 MB/s. It's also recommended for game consoles like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. A captive clip attaches to camera rigs without a cold shoe. ADATA offers a five-year warranty. The 2 TB version is priced at $391, mainly due to NAND flash pricing.

ADATA Urban Tapsafe 2 TB NFC Portable SSD

Brand: ADATA Technology

Model: Urban Tapsafe

Capacity: 2000 GB (1862 GB usable)

Controller: Realtek RM1220

Flash: Micron 232-layer 3D QLC NAND

Dimensions: 68.68 x 36.18 x 19.18 mm

Weight: 72.61 g

Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, type-C, 20 Gbps

Warranty: Five years

Price: $391