Released in 2024 with build 55, HDDExpert 1.20.1.55 is the lightweight and portable hard drive health monitoring tool from KC Software, translating S.M.A.R.T. attributes into readable information to diagnose drive failures, monitor temperature, and provide maintenance recommendations for HDDs and SSDs.
Key Highlights
- S.M.A.R.T. Attribute Decoding – Clear interpretation of S.M.A.R.T. data with color-coded health status, performance, and reliability indicators.
- Drive Health & Temperature – Real-time monitoring of drive temperature, remaining lifespan (for SSDs), and critical attribute thresholds.
- Failure Prediction – Early warning system for potential drive failures based on S.M.A.R.T. thresholds and attribute degradation trends.
- Backup & Maintenance Recommendations – Automatic suggestions for backup when health deteriorates and links to manufacturer tools for further diagnostics.
- Fan Control (Select Models) – Adjust fan speed on supported external drives to balance noise and cooling performance.
- Portable & Lightweight – No installation required, single executable with minimal resource usage, ideal for USB toolkit inclusion.
- Performance & Stability – Supports modern NVMe and SATA SSDs, improved attribute database, and full compatibility with Windows 11.
System Requirements
- Windows 11 64-bit (or Windows 10 / 8 / 7)
- 4 GB RAM minimum (8 GB+ recommended)
- Integrated GPU sufficient
- Administrator rights for full S.M.A.R.T. access