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mkusb vs WinSetupFromUSB
Both stand on bootable usb 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
Visit mkusb Free plan Windows
Choose WinSetupFromUSB if you need a free Windows tool to assemble multiboot installation media and utilities, with options for Linux persistence and Windows setup drivers. Look elsewhere if you need a macOS or Linux app, or a partition scheme other than MBR.
Visit WinSetupFromUSBThe facts
| mkusb | WinSetupFromUSB | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | help.ubuntu.com | winsetupfromusb.com |
| On bootable usb software | #34 of 38 | #30 of 38 |
mkusb: what it does well
WinSetupFromUSB: what it does well
- Free Windows program.
- Supports Windows installation sources and Linux, BSD, and other utilities.
- Windows setup media can support UEFI and Legacy BIOS.
- Can add a separate persistence partition for each Linux source.
- Includes options for boot-critical and F6 storage drivers.
What to know first
- Windows only; no macOS or Linux app.
- EFI boot instructions require FAT32.
- Selecting the wrong disk may cause data loss.
- The latest listed release is dated 07.Nov.2021.
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