When it comes to virtual CD/DVD drives, software like Alcohol 120% might come to mind. However, that is a paid solution, and frequent version updates can be a minor inconvenience. If you simply need a way to mount ISO files or other disc image files for occasional use, consider trying the free virtual drive software introduced below!
Virtual CloneDrive is a free virtual drive application developed by SlySoft, the same company behind CloneCD and CloneDVD. Its functionality is similar to DAEMON Tools and Alcohol—allowing you to mount disc image files (though it does not support creating image files). It may well be the best virtual drive software available, offering the freedom of virtual devices completely free of charge.
Features:
- Supports all common image formats, including: .ccd, .dvd, .img, .iso, .udf, .bin, and more.
- Supports up to 15 virtual drives simultaneously, allowing you to create up to 15 virtual CD/DVD drives.
- Easy to use—simply double-click an image file to mount it as a virtual drive.
- It's completely free software; no payment is required for use.