IsoBuster is a highly specialized yet easy to use media data recovery tool. It supports all disc formats and all common file systems. Insert a disc, USB stick or memory card, Start up IsoBuster and select the drive or media (if not selected already) and let IsoBuster mount the media. IsoBuster immediately shows you all the partitions or tracks and sessions located on the media, combined with all file systems that are present. This way you get easy access, just like explorer, to all the files and folders per file system. Instead of being limited to one file system that the OS picks for you, you have access to "the complete picture". Access data from older sessions or hidden partitions, access data that your OS (e.g. Windows) does not see or hides from you etc.
Publisher’s description
What is IsoBuster?
IsoBuster is a proprietary backup & recovery program for Windows from Smart Projects.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and 32-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). The main installer is 13.4 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 105 file types, including .cue, .bin, .iso, .dcm and .img. Similar programs include restic, Recuva and TeraCopy.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Small download (13.4 MB)
- Opens 105 file types
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: IsoBuster is a backup & recovery tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is IsoBuster safe to download?
- The file is served by isobuster.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
91B248718F5A81EE0A4F8153904DA96130F38236DB2E759A5D18C9906C431BEC· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.8Latest | May 11, 2026 | 13.4 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id SmartProjects.IsoBuster -eisobuster_install_64bit.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Program files (.exe): isobuster.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Smart Projects
- Category
- Backup & recovery
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 5.8
- Released
- May 11, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- May 11, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- isobuster.com
- winget ID
- SmartProjects.IsoBuster
File types it opens (105)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is IsoBuster free?
IsoBuster is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is IsoBuster safe to download?
The download comes from isobuster.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install IsoBuster with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can IsoBuster be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does IsoBuster run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
What are alternatives to IsoBuster?
restic, Recuva, TeraCopy, TestDisk and iMazing. The alternatives page compares them.
