VeraCrypt AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Disk Encryption Tools

The best Disk Encryption alternative to VeraCrypt is TrueCrypt, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to VeraCrypt and 19 are Disk Encryption Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Disk Encryption Tool alternatives to VeraCrypt are LUKS, Windows BitLocker, File Lock PEA and DiskCryptor.

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  1. TrueCrypt icon

    TrueCrypt

     873 likes

    [TrueCrypt is not exactly "Open Source", but the source is available. See the reviews to get more information.]

    109 TrueCrypt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    TrueCrypt vs VeraCrypt Comments
    Ashley Green
    Positive
    1

    Probably still secure in most cases, but has been discontinued and VeraCrypt is its successor. Virtually no reason to use TrueCrypt today, as VeraCrypt is more secure and has fixed several TrueCrypt vulnerabilities.

    Alternative_Peanut
    Positive
    -1

    You are right Christian. They have cracked it most likely because when it was discontinued, the owners made the source code public and so anyone could sit and crack it if they like. Also, since Veracrypt is its successor, and since it's based upon Truecrypt, you can presume that Veracrypt is also compromised since the source code was not rewritten from the ground up.

    Christian
    Positive
    -2

    I have heard that TrueCrypt has already been cracked by law enforcement, or could have been potentially been cracked by law enforcement.

    • TrueCrypt is Free and ProprietaryVeraCrypt is Free and Open Source
    • TrueCrypt is Security-focusedVeraCrypt is not according to our users
  2. LUKS icon

    LUKS

     54 likes

    LUKS is the standard for Linux hard disk encryption. By providing a standard on-disk-format, it does not only facilitate compatibility among distributions, but also provides secure management of multiple user passwords.

    45 LUKS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
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    LUKS vs VeraCrypt Comments
    LinuxDoge
    Positive
    1

    If you are on Linux, dont bother with Veracrypt.

    Encrypting your drive on startup using LUKS is a one-click action (for example on Kubuntu) and works flawlessly. Other encrypted drives automatically ask for a password when plugged in, that can be stored in your local password manager.

    Veracrypt is such a pain to use in comparison, although you have way more control over the encryption mechanism and you can add Entropy by wiggling your mouse, which is nice.

    • LUKS is Free and Open SourceVeraCrypt is also Free and Open Source
  4. Windows BitLocker icon

    Windows BitLocker

     37 likes

    BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data protection feature that integrates with the operating system and addresses the threats of data theft or exposure from lost, stolen, or inappropriately decommissioned computers.

    96 Windows BitLocker alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Windows BitLocker vs VeraCrypt Comments
    JohnDangerbrooks
    Positive
    0

    BitLocker is the most audited disk encryption tool out there despite being closed-source. (People used to assume "open-source" means "well-audited," until Heartbleed and Log4Shell happened.) BitLocker integrates well with the OS. If you use it on a virtual disk, it behaves exactly like VeraCrypt, but with the benefit of TPM.

    yuriykaz
    Positive
    0

    It is a part of Windows, except of the Home edition. Microsoft has improved the new encryption algorithm. Easy to turn on/off.

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    BitLocker is for drives only

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Windows BitLocker is Paid and ProprietaryVeraCrypt is Free and Open Source
  6. DiskCryptor icon

    DiskCryptor

     34 likes

    DiskCryptor is a free and open-source utility that offers encryption of all disk partitions, including the system partition. Originally conceived as a replacement for DriveCrypt Plus Pack and PGP Whole Disk Encryption (WDE), the project aims to create the best product in its...

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    • Windows
    Main window
     
  7. CipherShed icon

    CipherShed

     31 likes

    CipherShed is a program that can be used to create encrypted files or encrypt entire drives (including USB flash drives and external HDDs).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    CipherShed screenshot 1
     
  10. DVCrypt PRO icon

    DVCrypt PRO

     2 likes

    DVCrypt PRO is a versatile software package designed to meet the needs of individuals and businesses wishing to prevent data theft. Data encryption is essential for enhanced cybersecurity, limiting access to only those with the keys and providing a strong defense against...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    DVCrypt PRO screenshot 1
     
  11. zuluCrypt icon

    zuluCrypt

     2 likes

    zuluCrypt is a free hard drives encryption, supports PLAIN dm-crypt, LUKS, TrueCrypt, VeraCrypt, and Microsoft’s BitLocker volumes. Currently Linux only.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    zuluCrypt screenshot 1
     
  12. CyberSafe Top Secret icon

    CyberSafe Top Secret

     3 likes

    CyberSafe Top Secret is an information security program that uses modern encryption algorithms (RSA, AES, BlowFish, etc.).

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    CyberSafe Top Secret screenshot 1
     
  13. Cryptic Disk icon

    Cryptic Disk

     1 like

    Cryptic Disk creates virtual encrypted disks and also encrypts hard disks, USB drives and memory cards. Data encryption makes use of the best algorithms (AES/Rijndael, Serpent, Twofish, Blowfish, CAST6), and takes place in real time without affecting computer performance.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Cryptic Disk screenshot 1
     
  14. FileVault icon

    FileVault

     7 likes

    FileVault full-disk encryption uses XTS-AES-128 encryption with a 256-bit key to help prevent unauthorized access to the information on your startup disk.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    FileVault screenshot 1
     
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