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CrystalDiskMark vs Disk Bench
Both stand on disk benchmark software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Choose CrystalDiskMark if you need a free Windows utility for configurable storage benchmarks and several result export formats. Keep its possible effect on SSD or USB memory life and the version-to-version result incompatibility in mind when planning measurements.
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Free plan Windows
Disk Bench offers file-operation tests and command-line options for repeatable runs at no cost. Consider its .NET requirement, lack of an installation kit, and the maker's stated Windows testing scope.
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| CrystalDiskMark | Disk Bench | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Microsoft Store edition: $9.99, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | crystalmark.info | nodesoft.com |
| On disk benchmark software | #8 of 29 | #12 of 29 |
CrystalDiskMark: what it does well
- Tests sequential, random, and mixed read/write performance.
- Offers Peak, Real World, and Demo modes.
- Supports custom test profiles.
- Exports results as text, PNG, JPEG, or BMP.
- Lists SMART monitoring and temperature alerts.
What to know first
- Windows-only software.
- Benchmarking may shorten SSD or USB memory life.
- Results are not compatible between different major versions.
- The installer may bundle the E START App installer.
Disk Bench: what it does well
- Free to use
- Copy test times a file transfer
- Command line supports parallel reads and file creation
- Directory copies can be logged
What to know first
- Requires Microsoft .NET Framework
- No installation kit is provided
- Maker says its programs are tested only on Windows 10 and 11
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