Free ISO Creator for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffJune 4, 2018

Free ISO Creator lets you make multiple files into a single ISO file for easy DVD or CD burning. But while the program does exactly what it says it will, it's not the easiest or most customizable creation software you'll ever use.

The program gains major points just for being free. There aren't many similar programs that can say the same. However, there are a good deal of things missing that might be available in a paid program. Free ISO Creator is far from the most attractive program to use. Its layout is quite intuitive to work with, though. You won't have any trouble finding any of the program's settings or getting your ISO image started. There are a few options like choosing the maximum size of your file. It doesn't take long for the program to finish converting your file once it has started. The program doesn't do a lot of hand-holding, so first-time users might feel left out in the cold.

Free ISO Creator lacks features and style, but it absolutely gets the job done. If you need to make ISO files and don't have cash to spend, you need this program. Whether you're trying to burn a CD or DVD, the program will give you premium results quickly and smoothly. Just don't expect any premium features to come along for the ride.

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This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

Free ISO Creator for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: November 6, 2008

Latest update: June 4, 2018

Version: 2.8

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 98
Windows ME
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 10
Windows NT
Windows 2000

Additional Requirements: Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP/2003 Server/Vista

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 520,070

Downloads Last Week: 6

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User Reviews

1.3/5

23 User Votes

SCAM - DO NOT DOWNLOAD
dugumsSeptember 4, 2014
Pros
There are no positives.
Cons
Installs adware, search engine settings, youtube accelerator, etc. even if you opt out during installation.Worst of all, doesn't actually recognize ISO images.
Summary
Scam software
shirleypipitone1April 15, 2014
Pros
Free ISO Creator worked reasonably well 3 times, using the free registration code.
Cons
So I decided to buy it to avoid having to answer their silly questions every time. Bad idea! I did not receive the lifetime registration code that I paid for. This is scam software. $A23 for nothing.
Summary
Free ISO Creator is scam software. I paid for the lifetime registration code and received nothing.
Not usable
RobertNichols2014January 19, 2014
Pros
1. The "BUNNY-WABBIT" humor is annoying and not funny, especially when the installation created a directory with that name. 2. Program has a serious bug. When the browse button next to ISO File Path is clicked, a "save as" dialog opens and it tries to save an ISO file. This path should be to OPEN the ISO that is being written to the Folder Path. The only way I see to use this program is to copy my ISO to C:\MyIso.iso which is the default. Did the author even test this?
Cons
It was free.
Summary
Find something better to use.
Too slow and less attractive for modern windows
just_wildFebruary 10, 2013
Pros
This product has a good and simple user interface.. Consumes less memory and report status
Cons
Cons seem to overpower the pros... i) This product is not free...despite it is labelled as free ISO creator...Hence it is almost a scam ii) This is very very slow...Even gathering files takes more than 15 minutes (a 4 GB file) plus a plenty of time is taken for the conversion iii) Awful icons iv) Seems a lot outdated v) Does not provide helps vi) Drag and drop not available
Summary
The worst of its kind
Uninstalled it after first use.
fisch4billJanuary 1, 2013
Pros
Free. At least I didn't waste any money on this piece of software.
Cons
Sloooooooooooooow! When it finally finished creating the image, it was unreadable.
Summary
I have no idea what software the editors were reviewing, but I would not recommend this software to anyone. I went back to a different application that I've used successfully in the past. This one's a waste.
Decent product, lousy publishers
ndmushroomOctober 6, 2012
Pros
The product is OK. It's easy, it's fast, it's reliable.
Cons
The people who published it are scammers. The product is not free. It's free to try. After a few tries you're going to be prompted to insert a "one-time code", one time meaning that you can only use it one time, after which the application crashes and you have to get a new one etc. Mind you, in order to get the code you have to a. register in their website b. select the right product and c. answer a rather complex math question (calculator required). The publishers probably thought the user will think "what the hell, I'm better off spending $19,95 for the life-time code instead". What the user actually thinks is "what the hell, are they pulling my leg? I'm better off downloading one of the other free ISO creators available on cnet and beyond, one that doesn't treat me like a milching cow but with the respect a customer deserves".
Summary
Not "free" at all.
Ndragonawa_IIOctober 30, 2011
Pros
It worked for a time. Made .isos pretty fast.
Cons
Let me say this in caps so it sinks in, "IT IS NOT FREE AND IT IS A SCAM!" After a while it'll ask for either money or a "free" code. To get this code you have to create an account on their site and solve equations, which you can only do every 10 hours.
Summary
For what I needed to do (back-up physical discs into .iso files) for the price I want (free) CDBurnerXP works worders. It's available here on c|net AND also has a 64-bit version as well as a portable version too.
Use to be good...
Longtime_IT-ProOctober 26, 2011
Pros
Works easily enough for creating simple ISO's. Interface is a bit kindergarden'ish.
Cons
Must login and solve a math problem to get a code that only works for 2 minutes. Then you have to wait 10 hours to get another one. THAT IS NOT FREE!!! Come on, C-Net.
Summary
If you're like me and simply need to create ISO's every once in a while, this might work. But make sure you can do your work in less than 2 minutes. I'm going to look for something else!!!
this is not a free software. it is cheat
October 20, 2011
Pros
no pros to mention
Cons
not easy to use. iso content is not editable. you can't add a large folder with many fileds and sub folders. THERE IS NO DRAG'N DROP. so, this software is no good
Summary
Hmmmmmmmmm
Keith_C_AJuly 15, 2011
Pros
Ok for 1 use
Cons
No good for more, It is not completely free if there are conditions!
Summary
I thought CNet only had legitimate software which is spyware, or malware tested. Come on CNet don't join the rest of the crappy download comminity! If we can't trust you who can we trust? If it is free say it is free if there are conditions, then say so, it is not free if there are conditions!!

Developer’s Description

Create ISO image from folders or data CD/DVD.

Free ISO Creator can create ISO image from folders or data CD/DVD. With Free ISO Creator, you can easily create ISO image from any files and folders (with the subfolders), or backup data CD/DVD to your hard disk and directly create ISO files. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

Note:After a number of uses this program requires a free one-use code that can be obtained from publisher's Web site by solving complex mathematical equations. This limitation will be removed after purchase.