balenaEtcher
6.8#3 in bootable usb softwareFrom $1,720 a yearFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitbalenaEtcher vs YUMI
What both publish
| Fact | balenaEtcher | YUMI |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2011 | 2011 |
| Open source | Etcher is free and open source, and the maker welcomes community contributions. | YUMI exFAT is described as free and open source, and released versions include source code. |
| Purpose | Etcher flashes OS images to SD cards and USB drives. | YUMI creates multiboot USB drives containing multiple operating systems, installers, rescue disks, antivirus tools, and diagnostics. |
| Support | The documentation directs users with problems to raise an issue on GitHub, where the balena.io team can help. | The maker provides a contact form for questions, suggestions, and constructive comments. |
balenaEtcher plans
- balenaCloud FreeFree
- balenaEtcherFree
- balenaCloud Prototype$159 a month
- balenaCloud Pilot$329 a month
- balenaCloud Production$1,439 a month
- balenaCloud Prototype$1,720 a year
YUMI plans
- YUMIFree
Pick balenaEtcher if…
Etcher suits people creating installation media or writing an OS image to an SD card or USB drive on Linux, macOS, or Windows. Users who need persistent storage on a live USB should look elsewhere.
Pick YUMI if…
YUMI suits people who need a USB drive with multiple bootable tools or operating systems. The maker lists home users, students, repair technicians, IT professionals, and Linux enthusiasts among its audience.