Active@ File Recovery
6.6#8 in raid data recovery software$29.95 one-timeFree planWindows
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DiskGenius
7.5#1 in disk partition softwareFrom $99.90 a yearFree planWindows
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| Fact | Active@ File Recovery | DiskGenius |
|---|---|---|
| Boot recovery | The Ultimate package includes a WinPE-based boot disk and a Linux-based LiveCD for recovery when a computer does not boot. | It can create a WinPE bootable USB to recover files when Windows will not boot. |
| File systems | The product lists support for NTFS, ReFS, FAT, exFAT, HFS+, APFS, XFS, JFS, UFS, BtrFS, and Ext2/3/4. | The published guide lists FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, exFAT, NTFS, EXT2, EXT3, and EXT4 support. |
| Headquarters | Mississauga, Ontario, Canada | The company profile gives Qinhuangdao Yizhishu Software Development Co., Ltd. in Qinhuangdao Economic and Technological Development Zone, Hebei, China as the location. |
Active@ File Recovery plans
- DemoFree
- Standard Personal$29.95, paid once
- Standard Corporate$39.95, paid once
- Professional Personal$44.95, paid once
- Professional Corporate$64.95, paid once
- Ultimate Personal$69.95, paid once
DiskGenius plans
- Free EditionFree
- Professional One-Month$69.90 a month
- Professional One-Year$99.90 a year
- Professional Lifetime$129.90, paid once
Pick Active@ File Recovery if…
Active@ File Recovery may suit Windows users trying to restore files from different file systems, storage media, disk images, or supported RAID arrangements. The license options distinguish personal non-commercial use from corporate use.
Pick DiskGenius if…
DiskGenius suits Windows users who need recovery, partition tools, and backup or migration functions in one application. It may also be relevant when Windows will not boot and recovery media is needed.