Checksum Compare for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 20, 2026

MD5/SHA1 Checksum is a multi-threaded utility designed for rapid hash computation and verification. It handles large files and massive directories, enabling one-click comparison of entire backups and generating standard hash files.

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Pros
- Provides rapid computation for both MD5 and SHA1 hashes.
- Supports multi-threaded operation for enhanced performance.
- Handles extremely large files, tested up to 32 GB in size.
- Compares over 30,000 files across two directories simultaneously.
- Allows verification against hash files or pasted hash inputs.
Cons
- The utility only supports MD5 and SHA1 hashing algorithms.
- Does not mention support for stronger algorithms like SHA256 or SHA512.
- No feature for scheduled or automated hash checking.
- Lacks explicit mention of cross-platform compatibility.