Hasleo WinToUSB: A Powerful Tool for Creating Bootable USB Drives

Hasleo WinToUSB is a popular third-party software that can be used to create Windows To Go, it allows you to install or clone any version of Windows 11/10/8/7 to USB drives or Thunderbolt drives as a portable Windows, it also supports the creation of Windows install USB drivers, so you can easily install Windows 11/11/8/7 from USB drive, you can also use it to create a bootable WinPE USB drive.

The best alternative to Hasleo WinToUSB

AOMEI Partition Assistant is the best choice for Hasleo WinToUSB because it is more compatible with Windows and uncertified USB drives it has comprehensive disk management functions including scaling partition cloning and optimization user-friendly interface makes it easier to create a USB drive that can be started and support media that can start Windows To Go and WinPE for system repair.

Please note: Windows 11 only supports UEFI boot mode. If you want to install Windows 11 directly on your computer, please make sure your system disk is GPT disk, otherwise please convert MBR to GPT without data loss.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to create a Windows bootable USB using :

Requirements:

• A USB flash drive: At least 13GB in size, and 16GB or larger is recommended to ensure enough space for future updates.
• Windows OS ISO file: This is a disk image file that contains the entire contents of the Windows 10 installation media. You can download the Windows 10 ISO file directly from Microsoft's website.
• A software tool to create the bootable drive: Microsoft's Media Creation Tool is the most straightforward option for downloading the ISO and creating a bootable USB on Windows systems. For users on other operating systems or preferring an alternative, AOMEI Partition Assistant is a popular choice.
• Download the Media Creation Tool From the Official Microsoft Website.
• Follow the instructions to burn the installation media into the USB.

Steps to Create a Bootable USB

1. Open AOMEI Partition Assistant: Start the program on your computer.
2. Insert Your USB Drive: Make sure it’s empty or backed up, as it will be formatted.
3. Launch 'Windows To Go Creator': Find this option in the main interface and click it.
4. Select 'Create Windows To Go with system disc/ISO': Click “Next.”
5. Choose Your ISO File: Click “Browse” to locate and select your Windows 10 ISO file and choose the right drive from the list.
6. Start the Process and Wait the Completion: Click “Proceed” and confirm that you understand all data on the USB will be erased. Then wait patiently.

Using the Bootable USB

• Insert the USB into the PC where you want to install Windows.
• Restart the PC and enter BIOS/UEFI settings (usually by pressing F2, Del, or Esc at startup).
• Set the USB as the primary boot device, save the settings, and exit.
• Follow on-screen instructions to install Windows 10.

Here we will take how to make a bootable USB from ISO with AOMEI Partition Assistant as an example.

Preparation work:

① Prepare an empty USB drive. To speed up the process, a USB 3.0 drive and computer with a USB3.0 port are recommended.

② Download the Windows ISO files from the Microsoft official site.

③ You can download the AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional Demo version first and give it a try.

Step 1. Plug the prepared USB drive in your Windows 10 computer and verify it is detected successfully. Run AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional. Click “Tools” in the top toolbar, and choose “Windows To Go Creator”.

Step 2. Here we choose the first option "Create Windows ToGo for personal computer".

Step 3. Choose "Create Windows ToGo with system disc/ISO" and select the prepared ISO files, then hit on "Next".

Step 4. In the subsequent window, choose the USB you plan to use. Then click the "Proceed" option to start making a bootable USB from ISO.

 

If you have don’t have prepared Windows ISO files, you can choose the second method in "Step 3" to create Windows bootable USB with current system.

Create bootable USB for Windows repair or install

With the above bootable USB creator, you can also make a bootable USB drive for dealing with the Windows boot failure. When you cannot boot your OS as normal, you can use the "Make Bootable CD Wizard" to make a bootable USB drive on another working computer.

Then you boot your computer with a boot failure from the bootable drive, To repair the startup problems, you can try to rebuild MBR on the system drive, or check bad sectors on the main hard drive.

If you need to install Windows and you don’t have access to an installation CD/DVD drive, a bootable USB drive is a great solution. You can boot to the USB drive, using it to run the OS setup program, just like a CD or DVD. For this task, you need another different bootable USB creator- Windows USB/DVD Download Tool.

Step 1. Download, install and run Windows USB/DVD Download Tool.

Step 2. In the “Source file” box, click “Browse” and select the file from the OPEN dialog box. Click “Next”.

Step 3. Select “USB Device” to create a copy on a USB flash drive.

Step 4. Then choose your USB drive in the drop-down list and click “Begin copying”.

When your Windows ISO file is copied to your drive, install Windows by moving to the root folder of your USB drive, and then double-click Setup.exe.

More functions of AOMEI Partition Assistant

Apart from creating Windows bootable USB, AOMEI Partition Assistant also has these benefits for you to better management.

• Drive Management: Offers easy disk management tools for separating, merging, formatting, splitting, extending, and merging partitions. 

• Data Protection: The software allows you to copy the entire disk for easy disk upgrading or do partition recovery to restore any lost important data.

• Disk Conversion: Convert between different partition styles, such as convert MBR to GPT or vice versa without data loss or formatting.

• Data Migration: It supports migrating the operating systems from one SSD to another with all system-related files between different storage devices, including SSDs and HDDs.

• System Optimization: It helps increase system performance and speed by running 4K Alignment, organizing partitions,or providing practical functions to extend C drive space without formatting, which can considerable enhance overall computer using experience.

• Compatibility: AOMEI software can be compatible with almost all Windows OS versions and works with various storage devices such as SSD hard drives, USB and RAID systems.

• Easy to use: Its simple designs and instructions make it easy for both novice and experienced users.

Conclusion

AOMEI Partition Assistant is an excellent alternative to Hasleo WinToUSB for creating bootable USB drives and managing disk partitions. It offers broader compatibility with various Windows versions and uncertified USB drives, a user-friendly interface, comprehensive disk management features, and additional utilities for system optimization and data protection. Whether you need to create a portable Windows environment, manage partitions, or optimize system performance, AOMEI Partition Assistant provides a reliable and versatile solution.

FAQs

1. Can I use any USB drive to create a bootable ISO with AOMEI Partition Assistant?

   • Yes, as long as the USB drive has at least 13GB of capacity, you can use it to create a bootable ISO with AOMEI Partition Assistant.

2. Is AOMEI Partition Assistant compatible with all Windows versions?

   • AOMEI Partition Assistant supports Windows 7, 8, 8.1 Home/Pro/Education, Windows 10 Home, and Windows 11.

3. What if my USB drive is not detected by the software?

   • If the software does not automatically detect your USB drive, try refreshing the list. Ensure the USB is properly connected and recognized by your computer.

4. Can I use a USB 2.0 drive instead of USB 3.0?

   • Yes, you can use a USB 2.0 drive, but the process will be faster with a USB 3.0 drive and port.

5. What additional features does AOMEI Partition Assistant offer?

   • Besides creating bootable USB drives, AOMEI Partition Assistant provides partition management, disk conversion, system optimization, data protection, and migration tools, making it a comprehensive solution for disk and system management.