18.2
Android app plus Windows and macOS software for recovery from storage such as SSDs, cameras, RAID and NAS.
Free planAndroidiOSmacOS
Best SD Card Recovery Software in 2026
EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard leads this chart of 54 (8.2/10, free plan). DoYourData Recovery is next (7.8/10, free plan), and Disk Drill is the next highest-placed with a free plan (7.6/10). SD card recovery tools search cards for missing or deleted files. Before picking one, look at its Android compatibility and any limits on recovery. Check which platforms a tool supports and whether it offers previews, raw file recovery, or bootable recovery media. Android availability does not mean Xiaomi-specific support.
27.8
Windows and macOS software that can retrieve files from hard drives, USB drives and memory cards.
Free planiOSmacOSWindows
37.6
Windows and macOS software that recovers files from internal or external drives, cameras and disk images.
Free planmacOSWindows
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DiskGenius
DiskGenius is a Windows application that combines data recovery, partition management, backup and restore, and disk utilities.
Free planWindows7.5From $99.90 a year - 5
MiniTool Power Data Recovery
Windows and macOS software for recovering data from drives, USB storage, RAID, memory cards and cameras.
Free planmacOSWindows7.5From $89 a year - 6
AnyRecover
Android and iOS apps, plus Windows and Mac software, recover data from SD cards and other drives.
AndroidiOSmacOSWindows7.4 - 7
AOMEI FastRecovery
Free planWindows7.4Free plan - 8
Hetman Photo Recovery
LinuxmacOSWindows7.2$47.95 one-time - 9
SecureRecovery
Windows and Mac software examines storage for files that are deleted, damaged, or unavailable.
macOSWindows7.1$39.95 one-time - 10
Recuva
Recuva is a Windows file recovery tool with a free plan and a paid Professional option.
Free planWindows7.0$24.95 one-time - 11
UNDELETE 360
Windows software for retrieving files from flash, ZIP and FireWire drives, camera cards and network shares.
Free planWindows7.0$39 one-time - 12
Wise Data Recovery
Windows software for recovering data from drives, USB storage, memory cards, cameras and removable devices.
Free planWindows7.0From $79.95 a year - 13
FoneLab Data Retriever
Windows and Mac software recovers data from computers, memory cards, flash drives, and cameras.
macOSWindows6.9From $39.96 a month - 14
iCare Data Recovery
Windows software that can retrieve data from phones, cameras, hard drives and several card formats.
Free planWindows6.9Free plan - 15
Memory Card File Rescue
Memory Card File Rescue is Sony software that attempts to recover data from Sony memory media after accidental deletion or damage.
Free planmacOSWindows6.9Free plan - 16
Tenorshare 4DDiG Data Recovery
Windows and macOS software for retrieving memory card files after crashes, virus attacks or other data loss.
Free planmacOSWindows6.9From $59.95 a year - 17
Glary Undelete
Windows tool for retrieving files lost to bugs, crashes or viruses, including items removed from the Recycle Bin.
Free planWindows6.8Free plan - 18
R-Studio
Windows, Mac, and Linux software supports recovery from local, removable, and network storage.
LinuxmacOSWindows6.8From $49.99 a month - 19
DiskDigger
DiskDigger is a file recovery tool for retrieving deleted data from hard drives, USB flash drives, memory cards, CDs, DVDs, floppy disks, and…
AndroidLinuxmacOSWindows6.7 - 20
Ontrack EasyRecovery
Windows and macOS software for recovering data from SSDs, USB media, optical discs and RAID arrays.
Free planmacOSWindows6.7Free plan - 21
TestDisk
TestDisk is a free, open-source utility for recovering lost partitions and restoring boot capability to disks affected by faulty software or human error.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.7Free plan - 22
iBoysoft Data Recovery
iBoysoft Data Recovery is a utility for recovering lost files from Windows and Mac storage.
macOSWindows6.6From $99.95 a year - 23
PhotoRec
Free software for Linux, macOS and Windows that recovers files from disks, CDs, cards and USB drives.
Free planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows6.6Free plan - 24
GiliSoft Data Recovery
Windows6.5$69.95 one-time - 25
Jihosoft Photo Recovery
macOSWindows6.4$39.95 one-time
Choosing well
Does it have an Android app?
Check the platform list if you want to work from an Android device. Android support does not by itself indicate Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO, or HyperOS-specific support.
How much recovery is included for free?
Look at both the stated free recovery allowance and whether the tool includes a free plan. A free plan and a free trial are different pricing details, so check both.
Which scan modes does it offer?
Compare the listed scan modes to see how the software searches an SD card. The chart also covers raw file recovery, which may matter when you want to look beyond ordinary recovery.
Can I preview files before recovery?
If you want to examine discovered files first, see whether the listing includes file preview.
Will it run on my computer?
Check supported platforms before choosing. Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android support can differ by tool, and a self-hosted option is a separate platform choice.
Does it support bootable recovery media?
Look for bootable recovery media support if you need that option. Compare it alongside scan modes and supported platforms rather than assuming all recovery tools work the same way.
Questions people ask
Is it possible to recover an SD card using Android?
See whether Android is among the tool's listed platforms. That alone does not confirm Xiaomi-, Redmi-, POCO-, or HyperOS-specific support.
Which features should I use to compare SD card recovery software?
Look at recovery allowances, platform compatibility, scan options, previews, raw recovery, and bootable media support.
Is SD card recovery software free?
Check whether a tool has a free plan, a free trial, or a paid starting price. These are separate pricing details.
How is raw file recovery described in this list?
Raw file recovery appears as a comparison feature. Consult each tool's listing to see if it is offered.
Can I use SD card recovery software on Linux or Mac?
Check the supported platforms for the individual tool; platform support varies.