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Beyond Compare 4

by Scooter Softwarev4.4.7.28397

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Beyond Compare is a multi-platform utility that combines directory compare and file compare functions in one package.

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id ScooterSoftware.BeyondCompare.4 --exact --version 4.4.7.28397

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Beyond Compare 4

Beyond Compare 4 uses EXE (Inno Setup). The silent install switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.

One-line silent install (x64)
BCompare-4.4.7.28397.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART

See the full silent install reference for Beyond Compare 4 →

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About

Beyond Compare allows you to quickly and easily compare your files and folders. By using simple, powerful commands you can focus on the differences you're interested in and ignore those you're not. You can then merge the changes, synchronize your files, and generate reports for your records.

Installers · v4.4.7.28397

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x86EXE
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x64EXE
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x64EXE
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Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

2 known CVEs via NVD

  • high7.8Patched in wingetCVE-2022-36415affects before 4.4.3Jul 22, 2022

    A DLL hijacking vulnerability exists in the uninstaller in Scooter Beyond Compare 1.8a through 4.4.2 before 4.4.3 when installed via the EXE installer. The uninstaller attempts to load DLLs out of a Windows Temp folder. If a standard user places malicious DLLs in the C:\Windows\...

    Vendor advisory
  • medium6.7Patched in wingetCVE-2022-36414affects before 4.4.3Jul 22, 2022

    There is an elevation of privilege breakout vulnerability in the Windows EXE installer in Scooter Beyond Compare 4.2.0 through 4.4.2 before 4.4.3. Affected versions allow a logged-in user to run applications with elevated privileges via the Clipboard Compare tray app after insta...

    Vendor advisory
Source: NVD, updated 2h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Beyond Compare 4 on Windows?
Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id ScooterSoftware.BeyondCompare.4 --exact --version 4.4.7.28397. winget downloads the installer from Scooter Software and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.
How do I install Beyond Compare 4 silently for unattended deployment?
Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id ScooterSoftware.BeyondCompare.4 --exact 4.4.7.28397 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.
What are the silent install switches for Beyond Compare 4?
Beyond Compare 4 uses EXE (Inno Setup). Run the downloaded installer with: BCompare-4.4.7.28397.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART. The silent switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.
How do I uninstall Beyond Compare 4 via winget?
Run: winget uninstall --id ScooterSoftware.BeyondCompare.4 --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Beyond Compare 4's Apps & Features entry.
Is Beyond Compare 4 free?
Beyond Compare 4 is distributed under Proprietary. Refer to the publisher (https://www.scootersoftware.com/download) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.
Does Beyond Compare 4 work on Windows 10?
Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Beyond Compare 4 directly from the publisher.
How do I keep Beyond Compare 4 up to date?
Run winget upgrade --id ScooterSoftware.BeyondCompare.4 --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 4 versions of Beyond Compare 4 from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

Recent versions

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