GSmartControl
6.7#4 in hardware diagnostic softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitGSmartControl vs MemTest86+
MemTest86+
6.2#10 in hardware diagnostic softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | GSmartControl | MemTest86+ |
|---|---|---|
| License | GSmartControl is licensed under GNU General Public License version 3. | Memtest86+ is released under GNU GPL version 2 with no restrictions beyond the GPL for private or commercial use. |
| Purpose | GSmartControl is a graphical interface for smartctl that lets users inspect SMART data and run drive tests. | Memtest86+ is a free, open-source, stand-alone memory tester for IA-32, x86-64, and LoongArch64 systems. |
GSmartControl plans
- FreeFree
MemTest86+ plans
- Free and open-sourceFree
Pick GSmartControl if…
GSmartControl suits desktop users who want to inspect SMART attributes, device statistics, and drive-test results on supported drives. It is also useful for viewing saved smartctl output or adjusting SMART and smartctl options, provided the user can run it with root or Administrator privileges.
Pick MemTest86+ if…
MemTest86+ suits users diagnosing possible memory failures or instability on supported computer architectures. It can be booted from removable media or configured for network boot.