Side by side
Frhed vs REHex
Both stand on hex editors. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Frhed is a free, Windows-only option focused on hex and binary file editing. Its public repository includes documentation and an issue-reporting channel.
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Free plan LinuxMacWindows
REHex combines binary inspection, editing, comparison, and annotation tools in a free cross-platform editor. Its extensive analysis options make it relevant for reverse engineering and other binary-file work.
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| Frhed | REHex | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | rehex.solemnwarning.net |
| On hex editors | #10 of 32 | #14 of 32 |
Frhed: what it does well
- Free plan costs nothing
- Provides hex and binary file editing
- GPL-3.0 license
- Separate user and developer documentation
What to know first
- Windows is the only listed platform
- The repository lists one open issue
REHex: what it does well
- Works with files larger than 1 TB
- Decodes integer and floating-point values
- Compares whole files or selected regions
- Supports Lua scripting and plugins
- Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
What to know first
- No platforms beyond Windows, macOS, and Linux are listed
- Latest listed release is version 0.64.0