chntpw is a software utility for resetting or blanking local passwords used by Windows NT, 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8 and 8.1. Developed by Petter Nordahl-Hagen
License: Open Source
Offline NT Password & Registry Editor is primarily designed for resetting Windows passwords without requiring installation, making it user-friendly for Windows users. In contrast, John the Ripper is a powerful password-cracking tool that supports various hash types and is highly customizable, making it more suitable for security professionals and developers.