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OSFMount vs Virtual CloneDrive
Both stand on virtual drive 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
Visit OSFMount Free plan Windows
Choose Virtual CloneDrive if you need a free Windows utility for mounting optical image files and want up to 15 virtual drives. Look elsewhere if you need a version for a platform other than Windows.
Visit Virtual CloneDriveThe facts
| OSFMount | Virtual CloneDrive | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | osforensics.com | oss.elby.ch |
| On virtual drive software | #19 of 24 | #15 of 24 |
OSFMount: what it does well
Virtual CloneDrive: what it does well
- Freeware listed as free
- Supports ISO, BIN, IMG, UDF, DVD, and CCD images
- Runs up to 15 virtual drives simultaneously
- Mounts images by double-clicking them
- Integrates with Windows Explorer context menus
What to know first
- Installation requires administrator rights
- Available for Windows only
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