File Shredder vs Kernel File Shredder
File Shredder
fileshredder.orgKernel File Shredder
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| Figure | File Shredder | Kernel File Shredder |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $2.42/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Spec score · Secure File Shredding Software | 7.4 (#14) | 7.8 (#9) |
| Algorithms | Users can choose among five shredding algorithms of increasing strength. | The software provides 11 shredding methods, including Zeroes, DoD 5520, and Peter Gutmann algorithms. |
| Purpose | File Shredder is a free desktop application for shredding unwanted files beyond recovery. | Kernel File Shredder permanently deletes files and folders so they cannot be recovered. |
| Support | The maker says it cannot provide support for File Shredder. | The maker advertises 24/7 customer support and lifetime free technical support with paid licenses. |
Plans
Kernel File Shredder
- Home License$29 a year
- Corporate License$99 a year
- Technician License$299, paid once
In their own words
File Shredder
File Shredder is a free Windows desktop application for permanently deleting unwanted files. It overwrites files with random binary data multiple times, and users can select from five shredding algorithms of increasing strength. The queue accepts individual files and folders, including their contents and subfolders. Its integrated Disk Wiper targets unused disk space. An optional setting adds secure deletion, queueing, and launch commands to Windows Explorer’s right-click menu. The program is released under the GNU/GPL General Public License and is free for personal and commercial use. The help page lists Windows NT, 2000, XP, 2003 Server, Vista, 7, 8, and 10. The maker says the application is not intended to shred entire disk volumes and cannot provide support for it. Shredding is permanent and cannot be undone, so users should check their selections before starting. The home page lists version 2.50.
Kernel File Shredder
Kernel File Shredder has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.