Enigma Protector
7.4#1 in code obfuscation softwareWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
VisitEnigma Protector vs PECompact
What both publish
| Fact | Enigma Protector | PECompact |
|---|---|---|
| Plugins | Licensed editions include plugin sources, while the demo omits plugin sources and suppresses some protection features. | Its plugin framework supports CODEC, API Hook, and Loader plugins, and users can create their own plugins. |
| Purpose | Enigma Protector is a licensing and protection system for Windows executable files, aimed at commercial software and shareware developers. | PECompact compresses Windows native executable files (PEs). |
| Support | Support is provided by email and through the vendor forum, with the vendor advising users to update before reporting problems. | Bitsum lists [email protected] as its direct support email. |
Enigma Protector plans
- Online Activation Panel — Light$24 a month
- Online Activation Panel — Basic$34 a month
- Online Activation Panel — Premium$59 a month
- The Enigma Protector Professional (64-bit version) — Single Developer License$249, paid once
- The Enigma Protector Professional 32-bit — Single Developer License$249, paid once
- The Enigma Protector Professional (32-bit version) — Single Developer License$249, paid once
PECompact plans
- One Product$429, paid once
- Three Products$689, paid once
- Unlimited Products$1,498, paid once
Pick Enigma Protector if…
It suits developers who need licensing controls and executable protection for Windows software, as well as teams managing activation and registrations. Its API and self-hosted activation panel may suit developers who want to integrate checks or operate the panel on their own server.
Pick PECompact if…
PECompact is intended for legitimate software authors working with Windows native executables. It suits developers who need PE compression and plugin-based processing.