With the shift to modern hardware, 18.1 includes updated versions of tools like HD Sentinel and CrystalDiskInfo . These provide accurate SMART data readings for modern drives, allowing you to diagnose failing hardware quickly.

| Category | Top Tools in 18.1 | Use Case | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | MiniTool, AOMEI | Resize, move, merge, or recover lost partitions without destroying data. | | Data Recovery | Recuva, DiskGenius | Recover deleted photos, documents, or videos from corrupted drives. | | Password Reset | NTPWEdit, Lazesoft | Reset lost Windows 10/11 local admin passwords (Not Microsoft Account passwords). | | Backup & Clone | Macrium Reflect, HDD Raw Copy | Create a full image of your hard drive before attempting repairs. | | Hardware Test | MemTest86, HWiNFO | Diagnose faulty RAM, overheating CPUs, or failing hard drives (SMART). | | Boot Repair | BootICE, EasyBCD | Fix the MBR, rebuild the BCD, or repair the Windows bootloader after a crash. |

The official changelog for version 18.1 highlights several major enhancements:

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Now uses a Windows 11 PE x64 core for better hardware compatibility. Modern Drivers: 340 new drivers