GSmartControl
GSmartControl is an open-source program that shows the health of hard drives and SSDs. It presents the drive's S.M.A.R.T. data in a readable interface and helps you notice warning signs before a disk fails.
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 2.0.2
- Release date
- Feb. 24, 2025
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Installer type
- nullsoft
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id AlexanderShaduri.GSmartControl -eSHA256 (file verification)
d0af33e71cee0d3e25142b615d673ec93e87d6ad27c78086155d49d971b52c03We couldn't find a macOS version of GSmartControl in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
We couldn't find a Linux version of GSmartControl in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
We couldn't find a Android version of GSmartControl in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
GSmartControl 2.0.2: what's new?
Highlights
- Shows S.M.A.R.T. attributes of your drives in a table
- Runs short, extended and conveyance self-tests
- Highlights error logs and failing attributes
- Overall health assessment
- Graphical front end for smartctl
Who is it for?
For users who suspect a drive is failing, people buying used disks and technicians doing computer maintenance.
Good to know before installing
- Some USB enclosures do not pass S.M.A.R.T. data through, so details may be missing for those drives.
- The interface uses technical terms; interpreting the values takes some knowledge.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button on this page.
- Run the installer and follow the steps.
- Start the program as administrator, which is required to read the drives.
Alternatives
- CrystalDiskInfo
- HD Tune
- HWiNFO (Free for personal use)
Frequently asked questions
Does GSmartControl repair my drive?
No. It shows the drive's status and runs tests, but it does not repair anything. If you see warnings, back up your data first.
Does it work with SSDs?
Yes. It can read most HDDs and SSDs that report S.M.A.R.T. data.
Why does it need administrator rights?
Administrator rights are needed to access low-level drive information.