TechTool Pro
TechTool Pro
Hard drive and system repair-and-maintenance tool.
TechTool Pro overview
TechTool Pro has long been one of the foremost utilities for keeping your Mac running smoothly and efficiently. With the release of this version, it has become more proficient than ever.
Main features:
- TechTool Protection - TechTool Pro includes the option of installing a system preference pane to keep watch over your Mac. New features include check for I/O errors, Power On Self-Test errors, Mac notebook internal battery condition, and RAID status (if applicable). It also includes the same improvements to the SMART check in TechTool Pro. All of that, wrapped in an entirely new interface.
- Check Computer - Check Computer is a handy way to tell TechTool Pro to run the entire suite of tests to give you the best possible snapshot of your Mac's health. Sometimes, though, it's nice to be able to leave tests out, or to skip certain drives. Using the new configuration panel, you have total control of the Check Computer suite. Power to the people.
- Partition Map - TechTool Pro has long been known for testing your Mac's file system. It is important also to test the data structures that contain the Mac's file system: the Partition Map. The new Partition Map test checks the partition map of a given drive for errors. Partition map errors can cause entire volumes to go missing, or prevent a Mac from booting. If errors are found, they can be repaired usin the Partition Repair tool.
- Partition Repair - Along with Volume Rebuild, which repairs Mac file systems, the Partition Repair tool repairs the remaining portions of the drive which keeps track of the volumes on your hard drive. This includes hidden partitions which keep track of your Mac's startup process. The Partition Repair tool does just what it says, repairing the partition maps or drives where needed.
- SMART Check - Hard drives include a technology called SMART (Self Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) which can inform a computer about the health of its hard drives. In most utilities, just the overall results - passed or failed - are reported to the user. In the failed state, often there is little or no time to back up data before the drive fails entirely. Previous versions of TechTool Pro reported the overall status of each attribute, but some attributes don't contribute to the failure of a drive. Now, the SMART Check has gotten smarter. TechTool Pro now knows which attributes contribute to drive failure, and will report a failing result before the drive fails completely. Giving you time to rescue your data.
- Memory Test - TechTool Pro 7 took a revolutionary step in testing memory, making TechTool Pro's memory testing suite the most comprehensive test available for the Mac. In TechTool Pro 10, we've taken some of the additional advancements used by ATOMIC, our dedicated Memory Tester, and integrated them into TechTool Pro. Now, memory is 'cleaned' before testing, reclaimed from macOS, maximizing the amount of RAM that can be tested.
- Processor Benchmark - Get an objective measurement of your Mac's processor performance. The Processor Benchmark too uses industry-standard measurement algorithms to test processor performance. Using this tool, you can get metrics that can be used to compare processor speeds apples-to-apples. Avoids the confusion of comparison using Megahertz.
- Bluetooth - Most Macs depend on Bluetooth to connect to the tools we use to interact with our computers: the keyboard and mouse. Bluetooth problems can result in dropped connections with those devices, which can be very frustrating. Verify the proper operation of your Mac's Bluetooth hardware. Make sure that not only your input devices, but also your audio and fitness devices can connect to your Mac by checking the Bluetooth hardware on your Mac.
- Network Interfaces - Most Macs spend the majority of their lives connected to the internet. If the ethernet or wifi adapters in your Mac aren't working, the valuable connection to the internet can fail. The new Network Interfaces test can test any connected network interface for errors. It not only tests ethernet and wifi, but also any other supported internet connection, ethernet over USB, VPN connections, even a FireWire network conneciton. Ensure the reilability of your internet and intranet connections by testing your Mac's network interfaces.
Note: to read all the features that are available in this app visit this page.
What’s new in version 17.0.2
Updated on Apr 05 2023
- Added support for Mac mini (2023), MacBook Pro (14-inch, 2023) and MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2023).
- Fixed Volume Structures test to prevent failed result if the drive being tested fails to unmount quickly enough.
- Fixed Volume Structures test to correctly verify APFS formatted Time Machine volumes.
- Fixed Volume Rebuild tool to consistently unmount and repair APFS formatted Time Machine volumes.
- Fixed a soft crash in the TechTool Monitor system daemon.
- Updates to the Wipe Data tool for APFS volumes.
- Enhancements to the Video and Audio tools.
- Updated TechTool Monitor to wrap name in System Preferences for users of macOS 12 Monterey and earlier.
- Updates in French, German, Italian, Japanese and Chinese (Simplified) localization.
- Updated Bonjour manufacturer database for the Local Network tool.
- Added model identification strings for the Check Computer configuration panel.
- Other minor fixes and enhancements.
Information
License
Commercial
Size
298.6 MB
Developer’s website
https://www.micromat.com/products/techtool-proDownloads
1601126
App requirements
- Intel 64
- Apple Silicon
- macOS 10.13 or later
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Apr 5 2023
Version: 17.0.2
More RE: v17.0.1. Micromat were swift to reply to my questions. First, they don't know why v17.0.1 can find the 17.0.2 update but can't download it. It works on their end. (The problem remains at my end and is unique in my experience, so we're both flummoxed). Second, back up your TTP database, save it as a PDF, before updating to v17.0.2. So indeed, there IS a change in database format. (o_0) (OK. So document it!) You can save database reports by going to the 'Reports' tab then hitting the 'Save As...' or 'Print' buttons. - - Meanwhile, Micromat were kind enough to forward the official LINK to the .DMG Installer for v17.0.2 for those concerned:
https://sales.micromat.com/disc_images/techtool_pro_17/ttp1702_8275.dmg
Apr 4 2023
Version: 17.0.2
The v17.0.2 updated (downloaded from here at MU) refuses to run unless it deletes your current TTP results database. There is NO indication in the release notes of a change in the TTP database format! Therefore, this is VERY concerning and makes no sense! Seeing as TTP v17.0.1 is consistently FAILing to even download the 17.0.2 update, I'd WAIT. I'm betting there's a v17.0.2.1 in the works to fix this database incompatibility nonsense. Again: WAIT!
Feb 21 2023
Version: 16.0.3
TechTool Pro 17.x just dropped…
Can someone provide a compelling argument for it's use?
Sep 28 2022
Version: 16.0.2
It’s so sad that despite all protests, this company is not commenting on them. I’m not arguing about its functionality, but about the greedy policy that has made it unusable to many users.
Sep 16 2022
Version: 16.0.1
Constant paid updates with alot of this function not available! After many years no more from me!
Sep 12 2022
Version: 16.0.1
A beta program should at least launch before you charge money for it!
Aug 23 2022
Version: 16.0.1
TRASH!!! This is coming from a longtime customer who has purchased every single upgrade for nearly a decade. This software is perpetually outdated! Once you buy, you will be required to pay for every tier or risk your investment becoming obsolete. Then the software is released about a month before the new MacOS update is released. If you update to the most recent MacOS, you get a message indicating the software is not optimized for the current MacOS (which they will not optimize until weeks before the next MacOS version is released as a $50 upgrade). I legit thought this was a good investment but it is only up to date with the most current MacOS release for a few weeks a year. The absolute worst customer satisfaction of any software company. Every longtime customer has the exact same issue about $$$. They could allow a free upgrade to purchases made within the past calendar year, but they won't and never will! By the time you, the customer, realizes this is an intentionally designed this way to keep you funneling money into this not because of the software or new features (no real new features since adding APFS compatibility years ago) but because you dont want to forfeit all the money already invested trying to keep it current. Please do yourself a favor and see how many customers say this same thing before you invest a cent with this company.
Aug 10 2022
Version: 16.0.1
So I downloaded and paid the upgrade fee for 16.0.1 today because I'm on the Ventura beta, and 15.4 warned me that it was not compatible with the Ventura beta and wouldn't launch. Then, after installing the upgrade, 16.0.1 informs me that it's not fully compatible with Ventura and that I need to upgrade TTP (apparently to a non-existent version). BTW, 15.4 WAS working with Ventura with the same "not fully compatible" warning at launch a few days ago. Why in the h*** does Micromat do this to their customers?!?
Jun 14 2022
Version: 15.0.4
Currently, what downloads is v15.0.3, not 15.0.4.
Apr 27 2022
Version: 15.0.3
Be aware, this software creates snapshots of your system and suck up your drive, without requesting you to do so. I was taken by a shock why my drive shrunk from 250GB to 80GB in a couple of days. Turn out, this software creates snapshots after snapshots of my system.
There is no way to find out what was happening. DaisyDisk fails to show the snapshots. It was after a long and painful trial and error that I learned that this app was messing my system.
Apr 21 2022
Version: 15.0.3
even if the price of this application would have been half ($75), I would never purchase it. Because Onyx is not only free, it is The Best. ONYX is the Standard. Techtool"pro" ??? If the developer could give at least one good reason WHY his application is better than ONYX, then I'm ready to carefully consider just to try it. BUY ??? maybe for the price of ONYX.
Feb 22 2022
Version: 15.0.2
I have used TTPro for many years and have Version 12 that needs upgrading to V15 as I bought a modern computer recently.. It will cost me AU127!!! This is a crazy price for loyal customers. Goodbye TTPro.
Feb 5 2022
Version: 15.0.1
I've downloaded the app from this page, but it is asking for a serial number. I presume this is not a demo version? Would prefer to run a demo and evaluate before paying the upgrade fee from an older version.
Dec 31 2021
Version: 15.0.1
After years of being a loyal customer, I have decided to stop purchasing TechTool Pro due to aggressive pricing. Even with a discount coupon, TTP is not value for money anymore. I used to pay around $25.00 for an upgrade using a discount coupon. If I want to purchase it now, I have to pay twice as much. I used to run TechTool Pro Volume Rebuild tool to make the disk directory more efficient and sometimes repair a corrupted volume. However, it has been four years that I haven’t needed to use the Volume Rebuild Tool; the reason for this is that Apple has improved its macOS to the point where you hardly need to use a repair tool. Last year, I only launched TechTool Pro three or four times to check the health of my Mac, and it didn’t report any problems even after getting a couple of freezes and crashes. Thanks to Apple for continually bringing improvements to its macOS.
Dec 30 2021
Version: 15.0.1
MicroMat's December launch of paid version 15 only a short time after their routine Fall paid update to v.14 was in my opinion uncalled for. Don't mind really the annual, but just a couple months later - bad form. I updated in October, more than 30 days ago. I've paid mucho dinero for decades for these updates / upgrades, whatever. I sent an email to MicroMat explaining my point of view, asked for either a refund for the v.14 or a reasonable upgrade to 14. They send a serial # to 15 along with a download link. Go figure - I guess this is a rare occasion where one can shame a software OEM into doing the right thing / not doing the wrong thing.
Dec 30 2021
Version: 15.0.1
I purchased version 14 within the last 30 days and the sales department (via email request) provided me with version 15 at no cost.
Dec 29 2021
Version: 15.0.1
I regret to say I’m considering to quit using TechTool for good. I’ve been a faithful customer for many years but, unfortunately the upgrade fees have become incredibly unfair. I upgraded to version 14 just a few months ago just to find out that I need to pay for an upgrade to version 15!!!!! Even companies that have a subscription policy have more consideration for their customers than Micromat! I understand that it’s an invaluable tool for computer repairs but I’m not willing to buy their products under such terms. Fariborz AMIRSHAHI - Verona (Italy)
Dec 12 2021
Version: 14.0.3
They charge massive prices for every upgrade. Once a new OS is released, you will be forced to upgrade. After purchasing the app and subsequent paid upgrade the past 4 years, I've sunk $500 + in keeping this app up to date and working. The past few paid upgrades, I paid for as I had already invested too much money to have a non-functioning copy, but I can't sink anymore in this app. Most of their customers actually like the product (despite the overwhelmingly negative reviews). Functionality, I wold rate the app 5 of 5 stars; the value on the other-hand is a 0! This app is nice, but just read the customer reviews; their upgrade policy is ludicrous! They really could make more by not extorting their customers with such steep upgrade prices at every possible opportunity! I just don't want to support a company that has such little regard for their customers. They could have lifelong customers that would also rate their app highly resulting in exponentially more new customers if they would just listen to their customer base (previous customers) all echoing the same complaint! Lower the upgrade price and maybe consider a free upgrade to customers who just purchased an upgrade in the past calendar year (which really should be free if already paid for an upgrade in the past 2 years). Or provide compatibility for new MacOS releases and just charge for TTP releases that have new functionality and tools. It They could multiply their current user base exponentially (which would more provide them a much greater net income) by just being reasonable with their sales tactics. "Reasonable" is such a low bar for a company to behave. I just can't make sense of their price gouging techniques when every customer complaint mentions that very reason they rate this app so low as they are switching in great numbers to competitors inferior products.
Aug 18 2021
Version: 14.0.2
A minor update of v14.0.2 is out, progressing to 14.0.2 (7175).
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