EasyBCD
6.5#6 in boot manager software$39.99 one-timeFree planWindows
VisitEasyBCD vs rEFInd
What both publish
| Fact | EasyBCD | rEFInd |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | NeoSmart Technologies says it is a private software research and development firm serving consumers, small and medium businesses, and OEMs or computer manufacturers. | The primary author and maintainer is Roderick W. Smith. |
| Purpose | EasyBCD is a Windows bootloader editor and dual-boot configurator. | rEFInd is a boot manager forked from rEFIt that scans for boot loaders and helps users choose an operating system or utility at startup. |
EasyBCD plans
- Non-commercialFree
- Commercial$39.99, paid once
rEFInd plans
- rEFIndFree
Pick EasyBCD if…
EasyBCD suits Windows users configuring a dual-boot setup or editing boot-menu entries. Its free plan is limited to personal, non-commercial use.
Pick rEFInd if…
rEFInd suits users of EFI-based computers who want a boot menu for multiple operating systems or utilities. Linux users may value its kernel and initrd detection options.