Need a free backup program for Windows

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For users seeking a free and user-friendly program for differential backups on Windows laptops, several options are discussed. "Karen's Replicator" is mentioned, though its current status is uncertain following the creator's passing. "FreeFileSync" is highlighted as a potential alternative, although there is limited familiarity with it. "Macrium Reflect Free" is noted for its effectiveness in performing differential and full backups, but it does not support incremental backups in its free version. The tool "robocopy" is also considered, but it lacks a graphical user interface and relies on command-line usage, which may not appeal to those preferring a simpler solution. Overall, the emphasis is on finding a straightforward program that allows for easy file comparison and backup without the need for encryption or complex command-line operations.
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I'm looking for a free (and simple to use!) program to do differential backups of my files on my Windows laptop. I don't want anything encrypted, just something that can compare files to the backup and add/subtract whatever's been changed.

Years ago, I used "Karen's Replicator". Not sure if that's been kept up to date (after Karen's death). I see something called FreeFileSync, but know nothing about it.

Suggestions?
 
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I've been using Macrium Reflect Free (free version) for a while and so far, so good. The free version can only do differential (and of course full) and not incremental backups.
 
Is robocopy good enough?
 
Vanadium 50 said:
Is robocopy good enough?
I want to avoid command-line backup methods. (I'm lazy!)
 
Well, you can schedule the task. Then there is no user interface, graphical or otherwise.
 
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