YUMI (Your Universal Multiboot Installer) is a free utility provided by PendriveLinux that allows you to prepare a USB flash drive that boots from multiple ISO images—Linux distributions, Windows installers, rescue and diagnostic tools, antivirus utilities, disc cloning tools, and more. It organizes all ISOs into a menu from which you select what to boot when starting a computer.
Key Features
- Add Multiple ISOs: Allows combining numerous operating system installers and live environments on one USB drive without needing separate media. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Supports Both BIOS & UEFI: Depending on version (Legacy / UEFI / exFAT), you can boot in various system modes. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Persistent Storage: On compatible Linux distros, you can enable persistence so changes in the live session are saved across reboots. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Organised ISO Management: ISOs are placed in structured folders; removal or addition of ISO entries is supported without reformatting for many cases. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Portable & Free: No cost, lightweight, and designed to run without installation. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Why Choose YUMI?
If you need a single USB drive to carry a toolkit of OS installers, recovery utilities, and diagnostic tools, YUMI offers a very flexible, user-friendly solution. It’s especially helpful for technicians, system repair tasks, or hobbyists who test various Linux environments. The ability to boot in both BIOS and UEFI makes it future-proof for many setups.
Final Thoughts
YUMI is an excellent choice for creating a versatile multiboot USB stick that saves space, simplifies setup, and keeps all your bootable tools in one place.