Express Burn is disc-burning software for Windows and macOS that writes audio, video, and data to CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. It can create MP3 or audio CDs and supports WAV, MP3, WMA, OGG, and FLAC. For video, it burns DVD and Blu-ray discs, supports chapter management, and offers PAL or NTSC output. DVD authoring includes more than 20 menu templates, with options to add custom images. Data discs can use ISO/Joliet, UDF, or Hybrid formats, and the software can create and burn ISO images. Other listed functions include bootable data discs, disc copying, dual-layer DVD and Blu-ray burning, and support for recordable and rewritable discs. Command-line operation supports automation and integration with other programs. The free edition does not expire, but is for non-commercial use and burns CDs only. Annual paid plans cost 34.99 USD per year for CD burning, 49.99 USD per year for CD and DVD recording, or 59.95 USD per year for all supported disc types. NCH says the audio and video functions are for users' own content and cannot be used to break copy or region protections.
Who it is for
Express Burn suits people who need to author or copy audio, video, or data discs on Windows or macOS. Its command-line option may suit users who want to automate disc-burning tasks.
What is good
- Burns CD, DVD, and Blu-ray discs.
- Supports WAV, MP3, WMA, OGG, and FLAC.
- Creates and burns ISO images.
- Includes bootable discs and disc copying.
- Free edition does not expire.
What to know first
- Free edition is for non-commercial use.
- Free edition burns CDs only.
- DVD and Blu-ray features require paid plans.
Verdict
Express Burn covers audio, video, and data discs, with ISO, bootable media, and command-line functions also listed. The free edition is restricted to non-commercial CD burning; annual paid plans extend disc support.
Express Burn plans and pricing
All plansCompared on ISO creation software
- Free plan
- Yes
- Disc burning
- Yes
- Bootable media
- Yes
- Image formats
- ISO
- Operating systems
- cross-platform
