MSAB XRY
MSAB XRY is Windows-based software for extracting mobile-device data during digital investigations.
What MSAB XRY is
MSAB XRY is Windows-based software for extracting mobile-device data during digital investigations. It supports logical, physical, cloud, and app-focused extraction from iOS and Android devices, smartphone apps, SIM cards, SD or memory cards, and cloud sources. MSAB states that XRY supports over 47,000 device profiles and over 4,500 app versions. Listed functions include passcode and bypass capabilities, app and browser data recovery, location-data reporting, and pre-indexing extracted files for XAMN Pro analysis. XRY integrates with other MSAB products for analysis and reporting. Selective extraction is intended to reduce intrusion into personal data. The software supports mobile forensics, disk imaging, and memory forensics, with .XRY, JSON, and XRY Case File exports. Pricing is on request, with a 30-day trial and no free plan.
Good
- Supports logical, physical, cloud, and app extraction
- Over 47,000 device profiles supported
- Includes app and browser data recovery
- Provides audit trail and secure reporting
- Exports .XRY, JSON, and XRY Case File formats
Watch out
- Windows-based software
- No free plan
- Pricing is available only on request
- Sales are limited to qualifying organizations
Who it suits
XRY suits forensic specialists, frontline users, and team managers in recognized law enforcement, military, government departments, and qualifying private businesses with a legitimate need.
Verdict
MSAB XRY combines broad mobile evidence sources with extraction, reporting, and chain-of-custody controls. Its Windows requirement, restricted sales, and quote-based pricing make it targeted toward authorized investigative organizations.
Plans and prices
From MSAB XRY's own pricing page, checked 7 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| XRY | Priced on request | Pricing by quote · Sold to recognized law enforcement, military, and government departments, and qualifying private businesses |
The facts
Each one read from MSAB XRY's own pages, with the date it was checked.
Where it runs
- Device and app support
- MSAB's product sheet states that XRY supports over 47,000 device profiles and over 4,500 app versions.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Platform
- XRY is Windows-based; MSAB's FAQ lists Windows 8 or 10 (64 bit) and .NET 4.5 or later for XRY/XAMN/XEC.checked 7 Oct 2026
What it does
- Evidence integrity
- MSAB says XRY maintains evidential integrity and chain of custody, with secure reporting and an audit trail of the forensic process.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Extraction types
- The XRY product family includes logical, physical, cloud, and app-focused extraction options.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Features
- MSAB lists passcode and bypass features, app and browser data recovery, location data reporting, and pre-indexing for XAMN analysis.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Integration
- XRY pre-indexes extracted files for XAMN Pro and integrates with other MSAB products for analysis and reporting.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Licensing
- XRY is subject to export controls, and MSAB says it sells to recognized law enforcement, military, and government departments and qualifying private businesses with a legitimate need.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Organization
- MSAB states that XRY Express is ISO 17025 compliant and offers a locked-down configuration with automatic audit logging.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- MSAB says selective extraction features are designed to reduce intrusion into personal data while helping investigators obtain relevant information.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- XRY extracts mobile device data for digital investigations while maintaining evidential integrity and chain of custody.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- Technical support is available to MSAB license holders by email, phone, or LiveChat, and MSAB aims to respond within 24 business hours.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Users
- MSAB identifies forensic specialists, frontline users, and team managers as audiences for XRY.checked 7 Oct 2026
The company
- Founded
- 1984checked 28 Sep 2026
- Headquarters
- Stockholm, Swedenchecked 28 Sep 2026
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