What's the Difference Between a Custom USB and a Branded USB

A branded USB memory stick could be described as a custom USB however, the difference is usually in the casing. A branded USB flash drive uses a pre-set casing from the product range and has a company's logo printed onto it. A custom USB flash drive has a bespoke casing with a unique shape and unique colours. The size of the flash drive memory chip can also be chosen. So, where the colours and logo are chosen on a branded USB memory stick, everything is bespoke on a custom USB flash drive.

Why Choose a Custom USB Flash Drive?

In the crowded markets of today anything that can help you stand out from the competition is worth its weight in gold. A branded USB flash drive can help you do just that but a custom USB can give you that extra edge needed. If you don't believe us take a look at the custom USB flash drives that we have made in the past. Since the custom USB sticks can be made into any shape – your logo, or company mascot – they have a much more novelty feel to them than normal USB flash drives meaning that customers are more likely to take and re-use them.

How much more do Custom USB sticks cost?

The cost of a Custom USB is not far different from a branded USB flash drive. As with a branded USB flash drive a 3D visual mock-up of the custom USB is free and components such as the USB connectors and flash drives are the same price.

The main difference in cost between a branded USB and a Custom USB is the addition of set-up costs. These are now significantly lower than they used to be meaning that custom USB drives are not reserved for the big companies with deep pockets. The complexity of the custom USB can also have a bearing on the cost of the memory stick but each case is quite individual so tell us your requirements and we can send over a design and a quote.

What is the Process for Ordering a Custom USB?

The ordering process for Custom USB memory sticks is only slightly different from ordering branded flash drives, a little more time is spent on getting the visual proofs right since there is a little more to get right to ensure the highest quality finish.

1. Contact us to let us know of your custom USB needs, by telephone, by email or by filling in the get a quote form.
2. Approve the visual 3d mock-ups and work at getting the design just right.
3. Choose from a range of accessories such as branded packaging, lanyards, key rings etc. and services like data loading, encryption etc.
4. Receive delivery of your Custom USB after we carry out our strict quality control process.