NTFSTool
Mac app for reading and writing Windows NTFS drives without a kernel extension.
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About NTFSTool
NTFSTool lets a Mac write to USB sticks and external drives formatted for Windows, which macOS can only read on its own. Plug in an NTFS drive and it mounts with full read and write access. Unlike the older paid drivers, the current version doesn't use a kernel extension, so you don't need Recovery Mode or lowered security settings on Apple silicon Macs. NTFSTool Pro adds automatic mounting, a First Aid repair for drives Windows left in a hibernated state, formatting drives as NTFS, S.M.A.R.T. health status and a speed test. There's a free edition on the Mac App Store for recent macOS versions, and Pro is a one-time purchase with lifetime updates and a refund guarantee. It started as an open-source project on GitHub in 2020 and supports Intel and Apple silicon Macs.
Best for: Mac users who need NTFS write access but don't want to lower security for a kernel extension..
Pros and cons
What works
- No kernel extension or Recovery Mode changes needed
- Free Mac App Store edition, and Pro is a one-time purchase
- Includes repair, formatting, disk health and speed test tools
Why people leave
- Free edition needs macOS 15.6 or later
- Automatic mounting and repair tools are Pro-only
- Smaller vendor than Paragon or Tuxera
Top NTFSTool alternatives
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Microsoft NTFS for Mac by Tuxera62.6Long-standing paid driver with NTFS extended attributes and its own disk manager.
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Mounty for NTFS57.2Completely free if you're willing to install macFUSE and NTFS-3G yourself.
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NTFSTool: common questions
Is NTFSTool free?
NTFSTool has a free plan and paid plans.
Is NTFSTool open source?
Yes.
What platforms does NTFSTool run on?
NTFSTool is available for macOS.
What are the best alternatives to NTFSTool?
The highest-ranked NTFSTool alternatives right now are Microsoft NTFS for Mac by Tuxera and Mounty for NTFS. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.