UltraCompare

When copying a huge amount of data from one place to another, you might want to make sure that it made it in one piece. In other words, a copying process may not go smoothly and your data may get damaged or corrupted on the way. UltraCompare can give you all the proof you need that a copied file is identical to the original or not. The software is capable of comparing files by their binary code, which enables you to spot differences on a basic level, which may not be visible when you work with the files normally. What's more, the software is capable of comparing text documents, as well as the contents of entire folders.

UltraCompare provides full support for all modern Windows platforms, including 64-bit editions. The software can be installed in no time, without making any complex settings along the way. Its hardware requirements are modest and you don't have to install any prerequisite tools or services.

The user interface resembles an advanced file manager, like Total Commander, due to its twin-panel design. The main difference is that both panels are blank when you start the program. You can load the files or folders you wish to compare on these panels, through standard browsing options or by clicking and dragging them from the software's built-in file explorer.

Clicking a Play icon, between the panels, will execute a specific comparison type, depending on the current session type. You can start multiple file, folder and binary comparison sessions, on the same interface, but on different tabs. What's more, the program is capable of performing a three-way file or folder comparison.

The actual comparison process is instantaneous. Matching items and differences are highlighted, so you can spot them right away. Also, the software allows you to apply different filters, to show only differences or matching items. When comparing text or folders, you can select one or more items and click an option to copy them to the other side.