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Boot-Repair vs EasyUEFI
Both stand on boot manager software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Linux
Boot-Repair offers a recommended repair path and diagnostic reporting for common boot issues. Use caution with advanced settings, which the guide says may worsen a problem.
Visit Boot-Repair Free plan Windows
EasyUEFI combines boot-entry management, EFI partition tools and emergency recovery in a Windows utility. Its free option offers a way to start, while Server support and unlimited-PC licensing are reserved for Enterprise.
Visit EasyUEFIThe facts
| Boot-Repair | EasyUEFI | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | EasyUEFI Professional — 2 PCs: $44.95, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | help.ubuntu.com | easyuefi.com |
| On boot manager software | #7 of 29 | #11 of 29 |
Boot-Repair: what it does well
- Recommended Repair can reinstall GRUB
- Creates Boot-Info diagnosis to share with helpers
- Reports can be kept local
- Boot-Repair-Disk includes OS-Uninstaller and Boot-Info
What to know first
- Distributed without warranty
- Changing advanced options may worsen the problem
- Pastebin reports may contain basic system data
EasyUEFI: what it does well
- Manages UEFI and BCD boot options from Windows.
- Can back up, restore and rebuild EFI partitions.
- Creates a Windows PE emergency disk.
- Free plan and free trial are listed.
- Professional and Enterprise include free technical support.
What to know first
- The supported host must be UEFI-based Windows 7 or later.
- Windows Server support is listed for Enterprise only.
- Paid prices exclude VAT.
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