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TechTool Pro 5

Macworld Rating

4.0 out of 5 Mice, May 11, 2009

Pros

  • Well-designed interface
  • Comprehensive suite of tools
  • Disk space monitoring
  • Automatic disk catalog backups

Cons

  • Tests and tools can’t be scheduled
  • Some tests run very slowly

Software Details

  • MicroMat
  • 10.4.9 (Tiger), 10.5 (Leopard)
  • Universal
  • $98; upgrade $59

Macworld's TechTool Pro 5 Coverage

  • TechTool Pro 5 TechTool Pro 5 packs a ton of tests and tools into one easy-to-use package. This version features a pleasant new interface, a number of new tests, and an automatic monitoring system.
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