CloneDisk 1.9.6 is the latest iteration of the software, and it comes with several exciting new features and improvements. Some of the key updates include:
Tests conducted on a mid-range system (Intel i5, 16 GB RAM, SSD source, HDD target): clonedisk 1.9.6
Tools menu. By unticking "Hide advanced menu," you can: Edit MBR/Boot Code: Manually inject boot code (like NT6) to fix unbootable drives. Create Header Files: Useful for preparing disk images with specific sector offsets. Important Safety Tips Double Check Drives: CloneDisk does not have a "fancy" interface. Always verify disk numbers/sizes so you don’t accidentally wipe your primary OS drive. External Backups: Even when cloning, it’s best practice to have a secondary backup on an external drive. Post-Clone Resizing: If you clone a smaller drive to a larger one, you may need to use CloneDisk 1
| Feature | CloneDisk 1.9.6 | Clonezilla (Free) | Acronis True Image (Paid) | |---------|----------------|-------------------|----------------------------| | Windows GUI | Yes | No (Linux-based) | Yes | | VSS hot imaging | Yes | Limited | Yes | | Incremental backups | No | Yes | Yes | | Price | Mid-range (~$39) | Free | ~$50/year | | Ease of use | Moderate | Complex (text menu) | High | Create Header Files: Useful for preparing disk images