I've just bought a new Windows 10 laptop. The vendor suggested to use Zinstall to transfer applications, settings, files from the old Windows 7 PC to the new PC. Before I agree to that, wanted to get some sense on what to expect. Reviews are positive, with some complaints here and there, so that looks good. I've found an old thread here, but it's from 2014, so instead of necro'ing it, decided to open a fresh one.
Here's what I'm looking to understand: - Does it really transfer programs OK? - How does it compare with Easy Transfer? - They have several products, which one would you recommend (looks like they got a lot of flak for the old XP product, but the new ones are getting great reviews. Still, there is more than one to choose from, a $119 and a $169 'pro' package) - Any caveats or things to do before the transfer, on the old or new computers. It's a good point, but I guess it requires a certain level of computer proficiency.
I am not that good with networks and hunting down all the profiles. After effects cc light sweep plugin alliance for sale. I was able to move documents and pictures for my wife's laptop with a thumb drive. But on my own computer I have lots of applications and settings that I don't know where to find (or particularly want to lol).
Still, you are right, for a techie or for a less complicated job (like me wife's machine), it's a better approach. For this one, based on response below, I'll give Zinstall a shot. Used it about two weeks ago. Transferred Windows 8.1 to 10, using their regular product, not pro.
Jan 28, 2018 - File size: 1847 Kb Date added: 10 oct 2002 Price: Free Operating system: Windows XP/Vista/7/8 Total downloads: 589 Downloads last week:.
It did transfer programs ok. Compared to Easy Transfer, I guess the major thing is being able to transfer programs and registry etc., since Easy Transfer only does user profile.
Plus, ET is not even available on Windows 10, so it's not like you have a choice. I've also used them about 3 years ago, and it's absolutely an improvement now over the old stuff. I don't know if you need to do anything before the transfer.
Turned off real-time scanning in the antivirus to speed things up, but don't know if it made a difference. Overall, yeah, if you've got programs to transfer (not just a few files), give it a shot. I read many reviews of Zinstall and its competitors before deciding to buy Zinstall and I'm very glad I did. The only criticism I read in the reviews of Zinstall was the price, but for me it was the best $$$ I've spent.
The price I paid is nothing compared to the value of the time saved. My transfer was difficult at first due to a hardware problem on the old computer. Even though it was not Zinstall's problem technically speaking, they did help me quickly and eagerly, and the transfer completed to my satisfaction. OK, so here's my review.