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Avidemux vs TestDisk
Both stand on data recovery software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1
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Free plan LinuxMacWindows
TestDisk covers partition, boot, and file recovery across a wide range of listed formats and operating systems. Its portable distribution and free license may suit users comfortable with its recovery workflow.
Visit TestDiskThe facts
| Avidemux | TestDisk | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | TestDisk |
| Website | avidemux.sourceforge.net | cgsecurity.org |
| On data recovery software | #1 of 128 | #4 of 128 |
Avidemux: what it does well
TestDisk: what it does well
- Free software; donations are optional.
- Recovers deleted partitions and repairs partition tables.
- Supports listed filesystems including APFS, NTFS, and ZFS.
- Portable download requires no installer.
- Maker says it sends no user or data information.
What to know first
- No graphical installation process; files must be extracted.
- Latest listed 7.3-WIP release is beta.
- Support requests require a problem description and testdisk.log.
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