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HDClone vs Lazesoft Disk Image & Clone

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

HDClone

Free plan LinuxSelf-hostedWindows

HDClone offers copying and imaging options across several editions, with higher tiers adding virtual images and recovery capabilities. Check the edition limits carefully, especially for commercial use, Windows Server, and controller support.

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Lazesoft Disk Image & Clone

Free plan Windows

Lazesoft Disk Image & Clone brings cloning, image backup, partition management, and disk wiping together for Windows. The free Home Edition has household and use restrictions, and command-line backup automation is paid-only.

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The facts

HDCloneLazesoft Disk Image & Clone
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onLinux, Self-hosted, WindowsWindows
Lowest paid planBasic Edition: €19.90, paid onceProfessional Edition: $17.95, paid once
Plans published74
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitemiray-software.comlazesoft.com
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HDClone: what it does well

  • Copies drives or partitions, depending on edition.
  • Works independently of partitioning scheme and file system.
  • Can run from bootable CD/DVD or USB.
  • Professional and Enterprise editions create virtual disk images.
  • Free Edition supports private use up to 4 TB.

What to know first

  • Free Edition speed is limited to 70 MB/s.
  • Basic Edition is restricted to non-commercial use on two PCs.
  • Basic Windows program does not run on Windows Server.
  • Basic Edition excludes FireWire, SCSI, SAS, and RAID controllers.

Lazesoft Disk Image & Clone: what it does well

  • Clones using fast or sector-by-sector modes.
  • Supports scheduled full, incremental, and differential backups.
  • Supports disks larger than 16TB.
  • Creates WinPE recovery disks.
  • Includes partition management and disk wiping tools.

What to know first

  • Command-line backup automation requires a paid version.
  • Home Edition is limited to personal, non-commercial use.
  • Professional Edition is listed at $17.95, paid once.

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