Wow, it is nice when we get to review software that performs a complicated task for home users that is actually easy to use; even for those who have never explored disk imaging software before. FarStone Total Recovery Pro is a great program for home use. The software has a simple, clean interface and it does a good job of explaining complex terms along the way. Combining the right features and easy functionality, Total Recovery is one of the best disk imaging software solutions.
However, even though it is simple to use, it can perform difficult tasks and is remarkably flexible. The software can back up to a variety of devices, even to a virtual drive or to another computer. It works with all common file types including FAT and EXT types and NTFS.
FarStone Total Recovery Pro has nearly all of the features we were looking for, such as the ability to create restore disks, fast incremental backup, data verification, image splitting and more. It can compress files and resize partitions, even during restore. FarStone Total Recovery Pro can create mounted images that can be accessed through Windows Explorer and it can also save multiple versions in project. Of course it also has a scheduler, you can view your logs and it offers password protection.
FarStone Total Recovery Pro is not, however, a partition manager per say; for that you will need a different program.
This disk imaging program is incredibly easy to use, it has a crisp interface, with easy to understand icons and sections. All processes are clearly explained and you can easily backup music, video, image, email or data files quickly. FarStone even makes your pre-purchase decision easy by concisely explaining product features for all of their versions online. For example, they have a chart that compares the features of FarStone Total Recovery Pro and other versions of Total Recovery, so you can easily figure out which version is right for you.
This software has comprehensive, searchable support embedded in the program, and posts a user guide online. You can contact FarStone by email and online they post FAQS, patches and updates, and general support information.
We liked that they provide a money back guarantee and if you purchase and they offer a version upgrade within 45 days they will give you the upgrade for free. Otherwise, upgrades for the home version are less than $20 and if you purchase a non-supported version from another dealer, you can get the upgrade at a reduced price; nice.
They offer phone numbers for sales, but not for technical support. However, they aim to answer technical support questions for registered users in 1-2 business days.
We were surprised by this new addition to our disk imaging software review site, it is easy to use and works well. Even imaging newcomers can use this program without intimidation and can rest assured that they will always have the newest upgrade or version. Go ahead and try it out, FarStone Total Recovery Pro offers a free trial version online.
