CAINE
7.1#3 in digital forensics softwareFree planFree planLinuxSelf-hostedWindows
VisitCAINE vs Exterro FTK Imager
Exterro FTK Imager
6.7#8 in digital forensics softwareFrom $499 a yearFree planWebWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | CAINE | Exterro FTK Imager |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CAINE is an Italian GNU/Linux live distribution created as a digital forensics project. | FTK Imager is a forensic imaging and preview tool for acquiring and preserving digital evidence. |
CAINE plans
- CAINEFree
- Free CAINE ISOFree
Exterro FTK Imager plans
- FTK ImagerFree
- FTK Imager Pro$499 a year
Pick CAINE if…
CAINE suits digital investigators who need a Linux forensic environment with a graphical interface and bundled analysis utilities. Its Windows forensic side tools may also suit users handling Windows incident response.
Pick Exterro FTK Imager if…
FTK Imager suits incident response and DFIR teams, law enforcement, forensic examiners, and corporate security or HR investigators who need to acquire and inspect digital evidence.