We compared two 3m USB 3.0 extension cables: the UGREEN USB 3.0 Extension Cable 3M and the CLEEFUN USB 3.0 Extension Cable 3m.
What we looked at
Length, speed, connectors, build, ratings, and price.
The verdict
If you want the best-reviewed 3m extension lead with aluminium connectors, the UGREEN is the pick at £8.49. If you would rather save £0.50 on a braided 3m cable with gold-plated connectors, the CLEEFUN is the alternative, at £7.99.
A £8.49 3m aluminium USB 3.0 extension cable rated for 5Gbps.
A £7.99 3m braided USB 3.0 extension cable with gold-plated connectors.
UGREEN USB 3.0 Extension Cable A Male to A Female, Aluminium, 5Gbps, 3M — Best Reviewed
Intended for: Marketed as a 3m USB 3.0 A male to A female extension cable with aluminium connectors, rated for 5Gbps, backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1, and described as snug-fitting. The listing says the connectors withstand 15,000+ plug and unplug cycles. Carries 4.8 stars from 16K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Highest star rating of the two (4.8 vs 4.6) on a huge review base (16K)
- Aluminium connectors rated for 15,000+ plugs
- 5Gbps and backward compatible with USB 2.0
- Snug-fitting connectors
Worth knowing
- Costs £0.50 more than the CLEEFUN on these listings
- No braided jacket stated
Best for
- Buyers who want the best-reviewed option
- Anyone extending a keyboard, mouse or drive
- Those who want aluminium connectors
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants a braided jacket
CLEEFUN USB 3.0 Extension Cable, 3m Braided, A Male to A Female, 5Gbps — Braided Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a 3m braided USB 3.0 A male to A female extension cable with data transfer of up to 5Gbps, backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and 24K gold-plated connectors for signal clarity. The listing says it protects the original port and suits printers, scanners, keyboards, mice, cameras and drives. Carries 4.6 stars from 1,465 ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the UGREEN on these listings, at £7.99
- Braided jacket
- 24K gold-plated connectors listed
- 5Gbps and backward compatible
Worth knowing
- Lower star rating than the UGREEN (4.6 vs 4.8)
- Smaller review history (1,465 vs 16K ratings)
Best for
- Buyers who want a braided cable at the lower price
- Anyone extending a printer or scanner
- Those who want gold-plated connectors
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want the highest-rated option
- Anyone who wants aluminium connectors
