Active@ Hard Disk Monitor
7.3#2 in disk health monitoring software$49.95 one-timeFree planWindows
VisitActive@ Hard Disk Monitor vs MHDD
What both publish
| Fact | Active@ Hard Disk Monitor | MHDD |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Monitors hard disk health using S.M.A.R.T. and scans disk surfaces for bad sectors. | MHDD is a freeware tool for low-level hard drive diagnostics and management. |
| Support | Support options include a customer communication center, knowledge base, email, and phone assistance. | The product page links to an MHDD discussion forum, FAQ and documentation. |
Active@ Hard Disk Monitor plans
- FreewareFree
- Professional - General license$49.95, paid once
- Professional - Enterprise license$899, paid once
- Professional—
MHDD plans
- MHDDFree
Pick Active@ Hard Disk Monitor if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick MHDD if…
MHDD is for users familiar with hard-drive operation who need low-level diagnostics or drive-management commands. Its manual warns that it may be difficult for those without that knowledge.