Disk2vhd vs PCmover

Disk2vhd

Description: Disk2vhd is a free utility from Microsoft that creates VHD (Virtual Hard Disk) files from physical disks or logical volumes. It allows you to quickly convert a physical system into a virtual machine that can be run on Microsoft Hyper-V.

Type: software

PCmover

Description: PCmover is a software program developed by Laplink that helps users migrate files, settings, and applications from an old PC to a new one. It works by creating a clone of the old hard drive that can be transferred and installed on the new computer.

Type: software

Disk2vhd Features

• Converts physical systems or logical volumes to VHD files
• Supports VHD and VHDX formats
• Can resize VHDs during conversion
• Supports generation 1 and 2 VMs
• Can encrypt VHDs
• Integrates with Windows Volume Shadow Copy Service

PCmover Features

• Transfers files, settings, user profiles, and programs from old PC to new PC
• Works between Windows PCs or from PC to Mac
• Creates exact clone of old hard drive that can be transferred and installed on new computer
• Provides step-by-step guidance for hardware and software installation
• Allows customization of what gets transferred
• Transfers applications without need for reinstallation
• Retains all updates, licenses, and preferences
• Migrates browser favorites, history, cookies, and more