
We tested 12 card readers to find the best SD card reader for most people. If you already own a card reader with a USB-A connection, you can get a USB-C–to–A adapter to use it with a new computer.

Some new Windows laptops exclusively use USB-C ports, too, and others have a mix of USB types and no built-in SD card slot. If your camera uses SD cards but your laptop lacks a card reader (or it has one, and you're unimpressed by its speed), you'll need a separate card reader that hooks up to your laptop via USB-C or USB-A to transfer your photos and videos.Īll of the latest MacBooks (including the 2016 MacBook Pro models) have only USB-C ports, and no SD card readers. The IOGear delivered fast, consistent speeds, and supports SD, microSD, and CF cards.

Read the full article here.Īfter spending eight hours researching and testing 12 card readers, we found that the IOGear USB-C 3-Slot Card Reader is the best option for anyone who needs an SD card reader for a new laptop with USB-C ports. When readers choose to buy The Wirecutter's independently chosen editorial picks, it may earn affiliate commissions that support its work.

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