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Blancco Drive Eraser vs Ontrack File Eraser

Both stand on file shredder software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Blancco Drive Eraser

Free trial LinuxWindows

Drive Eraser focuses on certified erasure, with broad device support, automation, and integration options. The free trial is limited, and purchase pricing requires a request.

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Ontrack File Eraser focuses on permanent deletion, compliance-related standards, and validation reports for organizations. Buyers should note that pricing requires a quote and technical support for erasure software is directed to Blancco support.

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The facts

	Blancco Drive Eraser	Ontrack File Eraser
Free plan	A free trial	No
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Linux, Windows	Windows
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Free or on request
Plans published	5	1
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	blancco.com	ontrack.com
On file shredder software	#21 of 27	#25 of 27

Blancco Drive Eraser: what it does well

Supports HDD, SSD, NVMe, and other drive-based devices.
Each erasure produces a digitally signed certificate.
Supports more than 20 additional erasure standards.
Customizable workflows can automate local or remote work.
14-day trial includes up to five erasures, diagnostics, or gradings.

What to know first

No free plan is available.
Pricing is on request.
Trial activity is capped at five erasures, diagnostics, or gradings.

Ontrack File Eraser: what it does well

Erases selected files and folders on PCs, servers, and virtual machines.
Adheres to more than 25 erasure standards.
Generates customizable, tamper-proof reports.
Supports rules, routines, and scheduling.

What to know first

Windows is the only listed platform.
No free plan.
Product pricing is available by quote.

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