UNetbootin
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VisitUNetbootin vs WinToUSB
What both publish
| Fact | UNetbootin | WinToUSB |
|---|---|---|
| Image sources | It can download a supported distribution or use a Linux ISO file already on the computer. | It can create Windows To Go from ISO, WIM, ESD, SWM, VHD, VHDX, DBI, or CD/DVD sources. |
| Purpose | UNetbootin creates bootable Live USB drives for Ubuntu and other Linux distributions without burning a CD. | WinToUSB creates portable Windows installations on external hard drives, USB flash drives, or Thunderbolt drives. |
| Support | The FAQ directs users to GitHub Issues for bug reports and GitHub Pull Requests for patches. | Hasleo provides technical support by email and describes technical support as free. |
UNetbootin plans
- UNetbootinFree
WinToUSB plans
- Free for home useFree
- Professional$44.95, paid once
- Enterprise$299.95, paid once
Pick UNetbootin if…
UNetbootin suits people preparing a bootable Linux installation or system utility from a USB drive or hard disk. It is available for Linux, macOS and Windows.
Pick WinToUSB if…
WinToUSB suits Windows users who want portable installations, bootable installation or WinPE media, or a way to update a Windows To Go workspace. The free edition is limited to home use and omits cloning, BitLocker, and partition resizing or moving.