PE Explorer vs wxHexEditor : Which is Better?

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PE Explorer

PE Explorer lets you open, view and edit a variety of different 32-bit Windows executble binaries such as .exe and .dll files. Developed by Heaventools Software

License: Commercial

Apps available for Windows

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wxHexEditor

wxHexEditor is an open source cross-platform hex editor written in C++ and wxWidgets. It can work as low-level disk editor too. Developed by Erdem U. Altinyurt

License: Open Source

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux BSD Discontinued

PE Explorer VS wxHexEditor

wxHexEditor is a free, open-source hex editor with strong cross-platform capabilities and a focus on hex editing features, while PE Explorer offers advanced binary analysis and recovery tools but is limited to Windows and comes at a cost. Users seeking a free, customizable solution may prefer wxHexEditor, whereas those needing powerful analysis tools might opt for PE Explorer.

PE Explorer

Pros:

  • Advanced binary analysis tools
  • Scripting support for automation
  • Data recovery options
  • User-friendly GUI
  • Comprehensive documentation

Cons:

  • Commercial software with cost involved
  • Limited platform support (Windows only)
  • Can be overwhelming for new users
  • Less customizable than wxHexEditor
  • May have a steeper learning curve

wxHexEditor

Pros:

  • Open-source and free to use
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Rich hex editing features
  • Customizable interface
  • Strong community support

Cons:

  • Lacks advanced analytical tools
  • No scripting or automation
  • Less user-friendly for beginners
  • Limited data visualization options
  • No recovery tools

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