ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B & SDXC Card Reader USB 3.2 (PG05.5)

This Digital dual slot card reader has been a solid addition to my workflow. It handles both CFexpress Type B and SD UHS II cards smoothly, making it easy to offload files from different cameras without swapping readers. Transfer speeds are fast and consistent, which is especially important when working with large photo and video files. The build quality feels premium and dependable, and the reader stays stable on the desk during use. Overall, this is a well designed and efficient card reader that fits perfectly into a professional photography or filmmaking setup. It delivers reliable performance and convenience for demanding content creation workflows.

This card reader is expensive but once you get over the price it’s absolutely fantastic! While using it with pro grades 512g gold cfexpress card I can easily import 200gb of photo/video in less than 7 minutes to my MacBook Pro! I also LOVE how this thing is magnetic. It’s super handy as I can stick it to anything metal and not worry about it sliding off the table! It does get physically warm while plugged in but I haven’t had any performance issues. It feels rugged like a GoPro! I’d say if prograde could drop the price to around $39 -$49 this thing would be perfect!

The transition from XQD to CFexpress was a bit of a technological shift, requiring me to invest in a new card reader. When I stumbled upon this particular model, I was pleasantly surprised. Its construction is robust and well-thought-out, reassuring me of its long-term durability. One feature I initially didn't think would make much of a difference was the magnetic base. However, I quickly found it to be a game-changer in my workflow. I've affixed it to my computer case, and to my delight, it securely holds the card reader in place. This magnetic attachment allows me to effortlessly slot in or remove the memory card without worrying about the reader slipping or moving around. It's a small yet highly practical detail that has added a significant level of convenience to my data management process. This card reader is a testament to thoughtful design and functionality, and I couldn't be happier with my purchase in this CFexpress era.

For some reason my Nikon won't connect to my iMac to transfer my photos from the new Z8 memory stick I got, the CFExpress. So I had to buy a card reader. I wasn't going to go for a cheap one because I'm sick of things being cheap, but this was affordable with the right reviews for me. It only took about 15min to transfer 2400 photos into my Lightroom. And I checked the heat on the reader, and it's not too hot. It's warm, but not enough to burn you and complain on Amazon about it. It is an excellent purchase and well worth the money. I figured it would've taken an hour to import, but no. 15min is nice. Don't know what other readers do and how long it would've taken, but for how many photos I took (including a couple video files!) I'd say if you're on the fence, get this. The one con is the magnet doesn't help us Mac users as there's nothing to use the magnet on. But that's okay cuz it's only temporary and I can put it away when done.

I recently purchased a Memory Card Reader, and initially, it worked great. However, after some usage, I noticed it started getting excessively hot during operation. Living in Georgia (the country), returning the product posed some challenges, but the support from the company was truly exceptional. Despite the difficulties in sending the product back, the company's customer support went above and beyond. They promptly addressed my concerns, understanding the unique circumstances, and sent me a brand-new replacement. The new Memory Card Reader is now working perfectly, and I'm quite satisfied. Overall, I would give the product a 4-star rating for its functionality, but I have to commend the company's support with a 5-star rating. Their responsiveness and willingness to resolve the issue efficiently turned what could have been a frustrating experience into a positive one. If you're considering a purchase from this company, their outstanding customer support is a significant plus.

Good, fast and Solid.

works great

I recently rebuilt my photography post-processing PC for something "more modern" in the Windows 11 space. One of the things my previous computer had was a built-in card reader, so I found myself looking for a new one. This has been absolutely awesome! It's connected to a USB 3.2 USB-C bus on my external disk enclosure unit and just "feels" rock solid in the hand. It has a magnetic base (not stuck to the disk enclosure FYI) that holds it steady on my monitor base and reads both the CFexpress Type B and UHS-II cards I use in my cameras quickly and effortlessly. It's quick enough that, when needed, I'll plug in a CFexpress card I learned (after the fact) won't work in my camera but WILL work as a 128gb SSD that just happens to be removable. It's a great way to use my investments!

De card reader is binnen twee jaar defect net zoals al twee cf kaarten van Prograde digital maar de service is geweldig na deze melding contact met Prograde digital en kreeg na vermelding van de serie nummers kosteloos een nieuwe reader en card op gestuurd Grote klasse en geweldige aftersales complimenten

There are always pros and cons... Changing from GH5 to GH6 cameras meant CFe-B cards and a new reader - I bought the generic one in the pic - from Amazon. It was great - then it was horrible - extremely slow. So, I bought a new one and because I like PROGRADE cards I bought the PROGRADE reader - it is excellent - really fast. THEN I thought - maybe?... and I tested the 'Generic' using the PROGRADE cable - it was great again - a shade faster the the PROGRADE. I did some tests... First CrystalDiskmark - results in the pics. The slowest one is the Generic reader with a 'generic' usb C cable from my charging station (this is why I was getting really frustrated) The '1039' image is the PROGRADE reader with the included cable and the ever so slightly faster '1043' image is the Generic reader with the PROGRADE cable. I shoot video as 3 camera setups and with a 4th as Run & Gun usually between 50GB and 100GB per camera. I used the Run & Gun cards for the tests. There was 50GB data in 234 files on the cards I tested, my 'work' drive is a 2TB Pcie NVMe card in a Dell Precision 3650 with 64GB ram. * The 'Generic' CFe B card reader with the PROGRADE cable transferred in 1min 23secs * The PROGRADE CFe B card reader with the PROGRADE cable transferred in 1min 57secs So, even in the real world the 'Generic' shades it. The next test I did was with SDXC UHSii cards - this time it was the PROGRADE reader Vs an Integral reader. This was using the same file set (I shoot the Run & Gun stuff to both cards in the GH6) * The Integral card reader transferred in 3mins 31secs * The PROGRADE card reader transferred the files in 4mins 4secs The BIG lesson for me in all of this is that not all cables are equal and I need to find the cables that came with the 'Generic' reader and stop using what I have just lying around!!! Despite discovering my foolishness I'm very happy to have made the purchase. The PROGRADE reader is well built, the cables are the correct connectivity, it looks as if it will be durable. I'm also happy that is says PROGRADE on it - emotions eh!? Once I find the other cables I'll have two fast CFe readers and get the ingests done in half the time - always assuming the usb busses on the PC aren't using the same channels... hope this helps

This reader stopped working after 1 month, how do I get a replacement, very unhappy.

Fast and design to meet its expectations! I’m using with both, SD card & CFexpress Type B to move large files. Working perfectly and love the magnetic option as well.

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