Free Non-Commercial vs Commercial Paid NDW version
Great England Software's NDW - Automated Network Data Wiping software offers both free non-commercial and paid commercial versions, each tailored to specific user needs:
Free Non-Commercial Version: This version is designed for personal use or small-scale data wiping needs. It typically offers basic data erasure features, allowing users to securely wipe data from individual devices or a limited number of machines. It's suitable for individual users or small organizations with modest data wiping requirements.
Paid Commercial Version: The paid commercial version of NDW is intended for businesses and organizations with larger-scale data wiping needs. It offers advanced features such as automation, centralized management, scalability, and customization. This version is ideal for enterprises, data centers, and IT asset management companies that require efficient, secure, and compliant data erasure solutions across a broad range of devices and configurations.
Features | Free | Paid |
Permanently Erase Data | ![]() |
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Remap sectors and hidden areas | ![]() |
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Secure Firmware HDD Erase | ![]() |
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Secure Crypto Encryption Key Erase | ![]() |
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Automated Zero-Touch Erase | ![]() |
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Certificates of Data Erasure Individual HDD | ![]() |
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Bulk Data Erasure Certificates | ![]() |
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NIST 800-88 Compliance | ![]() |
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R2v3 Compliance | ![]() |
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DoD 5520.2M Compliance | ![]() |
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Digitally and Embedded Signed Certificates | ![]() |
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Data Erasure Log files | ![]() |
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SSD, NVME, SATA, SAS, Fiber Channel | ![]() |
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Full automation, zero touch configuration | ![]() |
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Barcode Label Printing | ![]() |
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Automated grading of storage media | ![]() |
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HDD Health Reporting | ![]() |
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HDD Used Hours | ![]() |
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Bad Sectors and other performance metrics | ![]() |
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Secure Erase Firmware level | ![]() |
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Crypto Encryption Key Erase Firmware | ![]() |
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ZPL universal printing support | ![]() |
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UEFI, BIOS support | ![]() |
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Apple MacBook, iMac data wiping | ![]() |
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Server Data Wiping | ![]() |
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Enterprise Data Erasing Multiple HDDs | ![]() |
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Data Centre Environment HDD erase | ![]() |
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ZPL Label Printers Supported | 1 label printer supported | Unlimited Label Printers Supported |
Multi-Tenant / Customer System | ![]() |
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API Integration with third party software | ![]() |
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PXE Boot Support up to latest Gen CPUs | ![]() |
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Customized Thermal Label Designs | ![]() |
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Customized Reports | ![]() |
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NDW Software Modifications Customization | ![]() |
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Rebranding of Certificates | ![]() |
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Limit of HDDs wipes | 25 | Unlimited |
Data Wiping Warehouse Segmentation | ![]() |
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Custom Question Prompts | ![]() |
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Regular Software Updates and Patches | ![]() |
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Customer Technical Support | ![]() |
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Installation and Data Wiping Lab Setup | ![]() |
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Dedicated Technical Support Manager | ![]() |
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Multiple Disk Arrays Erase | ![]() |
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Multi-path Fibre Channel Storage Array | ![]() |
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24/7 Dedicated phone support | ![]() |
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NDW - Non-commercial version is best suited for individuals wanting to Erase Data from small number of hard disk drives. After 25 HDDs have been wiped, software license limit is reach and the software will cease to function. However, if you are looking for streamlined and state of art commercial operation we recommend purchasing a license for commercial version of NDW - automated Network Data Wiping software solution.