Plop Boot Manager review
A free BIOS multiboot utility with broad removable-media and network boot support.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Plop Boot Manager is a free boot utility for starting multiple operating systems and devices from hard disks, floppy disks, CD/DVD media, USB devices, and network sources. It is aimed at users managing BIOS-based multiboot setups, especially when removable-media support or additional boot-source control is important. The software supports Windows and Linux environments and can be installed in a hard disk’s MBR without an extra partition, or started from removable media and existing boot managers.
There is no paid tier: the product is described as free software. Its feature set extends beyond a basic boot menu. Built-in IDE CD-ROM and USB drivers can enable booting without relying on corresponding BIOS support. Operating-system profiles can link selectable partitions, while partition labels, IDs, MBR editing, and partition-data backup provide control over boot and partition configuration. Boot countdowns, hidden boot mode, password protection for the computer and setup, and text or graphical interfaces round out the management options.
The main strength is breadth within BIOS boot management. Plop Boot Manager covers several storage types, optical media, USB, networks, profiles, partition controls, and customizable boot menus in one small utility. It is a strong fit for users who need free multiboot support across removable media and legacy BIOS systems. It is less suitable for a UEFI-focused setup, and the listed 2013 release may make it a poor choice for users seeking a more current boot-management experience. Choose it for broad BIOS source support and configuration control; choose an alternative when UEFI support or a newer release is essential.
Plop Boot Manager pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Boots from hard disks, optical media, USB, floppy disks, and networks
- Installs in the hard-disk MBR without requiring an extra partition
- Includes profiles, partition tools, backups, passwords, and graphical menus
- Where it doesn't
- Designed for BIOS-based workflows rather than UEFI systems
- The listed release is from 2013
- Its interface and configuration may feel technical for casual users
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