Head-to-head · System Information Software
ASTRA32 vs inxi
ASTRA32 leads on 0 checks, inxi on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreASTRA32 · 7.2/10
- Free planboth
ASTRA32 scores higher on our rubric for system information software: 7.2 against 7.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #15 and #17.
On operating systems, inxi gives you Linux where ASTRA32 offers Windows.
ASTRA32 is the better fit for free Windows audits and detailed reports. inxi is the better fit for privacy-conscious Linux system reports.
- ASTRA32 fits best
Free Windows audits and detailed reports
- inxi fits best
Privacy-conscious Linux system reports
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Side by side
| Feature | ASTRA32 7.2/10 Visit ↗ | inxi 7.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.2 | 7.0 |
| Ranking | #15 in System Information Software | #17 in System Information Software |
| Best for | Free Windows audits and detailed reports | Privacy-conscious Linux system reports |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free plan |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ASTRA32 4/4 · inxi 4/4 | ||
| Firmware details | ✓ | ✓ |
| Installed software | ✓ | ✓ |
| Portable version | ✓ | ✓ |
| Command-line interface | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Operating systems | Windows | Linux |
| Report export | Html | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | ASTRA32 analyzes Windows computer configurations for PC repair technicians, system administrators and non-commercial users. It reports on processors, motherboards, BIOS, memory, storage, USB and SCSI devices, displays, graphics, sound,… Read the review → |
inxi is an open-source command-line system information tool for GNU/Linux and supported BSD systems. It is aimed at Linux users, support teams, IRC communities, and forum diagnostics that need detailed system reports from the console. Its… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ASTRA32 — where it wins
- Covers hardware, firmware, software, drivers and storage health
- Portable, batch and command-line operation support varied workflows
- Exports reports in TXT, INI, HTML, XML and CSV formats
Where it doesn't
- Windows-only support excludes other operating systems
- Its broad reporting may exceed the needs of simple system checks
- Free use is designated for non-commercial purposes
inxi — where it wins
- Covers hardware, firmware, drivers, sensors, packages, and processes
- Exports reports in JSON or XML for structured workflows
- Privacy filtering supports IRC and shared diagnostic reports
Where it doesn't
- Command-line interface only, with no graphical interface
- Focused on Linux rather than cross-platform desktop use
- No integrations for connected monitoring or ticketing workflows
- ASTRA327.2/10 · Free plan
A broad Windows audit tool for detailed reports, troubleshooting and portable use.
Visit ASTRA32Full verdict → - inxi7.0/10 · Free plan
Broad, privacy-filtered Linux system reports for terminal users and support workflows.
Visit inxiFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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