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My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic. I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
 
I have been using EZ CD Creator line since the early versions... I only in the last year started trying out Nero...

My base impression is as follows..

I like the easy interface and look of EZ CD... That said however if you are use to Nero it has more features and in my opinion a much better burning engine. The CPU utilization of Nero is much lower. Burning with EZ CD tends to be a bit more sensative to performing other tasks while burning...

If I where in your postion I would personally go for Nero.. But I guess the choice is yours..

Mike
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great
job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use
the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might
also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi
GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the
better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum
version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
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I agree with Mike. Used Roxio a lot, and ran into some problems (well some.... it just stopped burning properly). Removed, installed checked everything I could think of and it still didn't improve. Downloaded Nero, installed and experienced no problems ever since. Same happend to my portable (both running W2K and I get the feeling that this a bug related to some MS update of sorts) and switched over to Nero.

I liked the Roxio UI, and for VCD's it is the more friendly option, but in the end it must be able to reliably burn the disc. Roxio failed without being able to tell me what caused the problem, Nero hasn't done one wrong burn since I installed it.

Chris
Mike Russell said:
My base impression is as follows..
I like the easy interface and look of EZ CD... That said however if
you are use to Nero it has more features and in my opinion a much
better burning engine. The CPU utilization of Nero is much lower.
Burning with EZ CD tends to be a bit more sensative to performing
other tasks while burning...

If I where in your postion I would personally go for Nero.. But I
guess the choice is yours..

Mike
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great
job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use
the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might
also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi
GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the
better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum
version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
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I've used Roxio and Nero. (I burn 20-50 CD's per month.) Most recently, my new Gateway arrived with the latest Roxio pre-installed. I worked with it for about a month or so before I decided to dump it and switch to Nero.

To me, Nero's user interface is simpler and easier to use that Roxio.

Hope this help.
John
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great
job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use
the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might
also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi
GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the
better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum
version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
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Must start by saying that I'm no burner expert - far from it, being a laptop user for years and years has its limitations ! but I started with Roxio and was pleased enough - then got Nero. VASTLY better straight away ..and a feature not so far mentioned (if it is of interest to you) is that Nero will take an MP3Pro plug-in and take my word for it . if you burn any MP3 files, with MP3Pro they are a damn sight better than anything you'll get from ordinary MP3 - not absolutely sure but I think very few burners use MP3Pro.

The main problem with Roxio is that they just do not seem to have come update with XP. There is ONE little part of Roxio (including Platinum ) that you HAVE to take out or it will play Hell with a lot of burning.
So , of the two , without a shadow of doubt..go for Nero. Worth having anyway.

Saying that - I found and now use on my simple basis a program called Click N Burn. Absolutely wonderful, as good as Nero in general usage and also a similar very friendly 'wizard' easy interface that (for straight Copy burns) is quite super. Not so easy to find but I'm sure a Google search will pull something out for you to look at. If so DO have a look. Stick to Nero for a basic worker, but such as Click N Burn is a very good second one to have on.
Got it -
http://www.stompinc.com/clicknburn/cnbp2.phtml?stp

look at the screenshot - this is the simple starter 'Wizard' - fine and easy for a quick copy burn - go to the main full screen to drag 'n drop files for a compilation.

EJN
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great
job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use
the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might
also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi
GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the
better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum
version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
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EJN
 
My vote is to go with Nero. I have used both Roxio Platinum and Nero 5.5. The Nero never gave me problems but the Roxio did give me quite a few problems so I uninstalled the Roxio.
dan
JohnE said:
To me, Nero's user interface is simpler and easier to use that Roxio.

Hope this help.
John
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great
job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use
the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might
also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi
GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the
better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum
version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
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I have tried both Nero and Roxio in the past and I think that ECDC 5 is clearly better. With the latest updates (5.1 , 5.3) installed, there will never be a problem in any operating system.
However, Nero seems to be a bit more advanced in VCD creation.

In my system, I use Roxio's WinOnCD 5 Power Edition, which has no equal in cd burning. It combines a beautiful, easy-to-use interface with amazing characteristics you won't find anywhere else.
 
You will find OEM versions of Nero for as little as $10 ( http://www.techbargains.com/ opened my eyes to many such good deals, I now check it every day!) and you can then get the latest updates on the Nero site for free. Something like 5.9.9...

Roxio has turned into bloatware which also hogs far too much in terms of system resources. In addition, it installs itself at low level on your system, which is dangerous and totally unnecessary. For what it's worth it's one company whose products we would never buy again.

Miles
 
I installed Adaptec when I got my first (HP) Cd writer. Adaptec (now Roxio) produced a lot of bad burns. When I got a new burner (same computer) it came with Nero, which is simple and works almost flawlessly. I did, however, have trouble initially due to conflicts between Adaptec and Nero--getting the Adaptec off the computer was not so easy.

Davia
C-700
pbase supporter
http://www.pbase.com/dmlove
 
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great
job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use
the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might
also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi
GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the
better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum
version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
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I've been using CD Creator for many years and converted to Nero about 10 months ago. The user interface takes some getting used to, but it is a great program and I recommend it. Its very reliable and just works everytime. CD Creator is good, but I'm a Nero guy now.
 
NERO will burn anything ...
EJN said:
  • not absolutely sure but I think very few burners use MP3Pro.
The main problem with Roxio is that they just do not seem to have
come update with XP. There is ONE little part of Roxio (including
Platinum ) that you HAVE to take out or it will play Hell with a
lot of burning.
So , of the two , without a shadow of doubt..go for Nero. Worth
having anyway.
Saying that - I found and now use on my simple basis a program
called Click N Burn. Absolutely wonderful, as good as Nero in
general usage and also a similar very friendly 'wizard' easy
interface that (for straight Copy burns) is quite super. Not so
easy to find but I'm sure a Google search will pull something out
for you to look at. If so DO have a look. Stick to Nero for a basic
worker, but such as Click N Burn is a very good second one to have
on.
Got it -
http://www.stompinc.com/clicknburn/cnbp2.phtml?stp
look at the screenshot - this is the simple starter 'Wizard' - fine
and easy for a quick copy burn - go to the main full screen to drag
'n drop files for a compilation.

EJN
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great
job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use
the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might
also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi
GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the
better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum
version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
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EJN
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jdagreek
C-2020, C-4000, Titanium Digital Optics 2x Telephoto, NiMH+1900
 
Hi

I’ve used Roxio for a couple of years, since it came free with my first CD-RW, when I upgraded to WinXP I started to have problems (I think there is an update now), I also wanted to upgrade my CDRW. I started doing research on the CDRW drives and noticed almost all the websites that are reviewing the drives are using Nero, happily when I bought the new drive it came with Nero. First it was frustrating cause I’ve been used to the very easy no nonsense Roxio interface, but I got used to it and ended buying the full package. I like Nero better now cause they have two programs, one is called Express witch if you are in a hurry or just starting you can use it it’s very user friendly, if you want to have more control or options you can use the full blown program (which is also easy, you can activate the wizard, or use without), but was is nice about Nero it that you have more tools (one lets you test the CD speed, and get more information about your drive).

I guess it’s a personal thing, if you like Roxio and used to it and feel that it covers all your needs then go with it, but don’t feel rushed the offer isn’t really that tempting, I’ve seen it cheaper than that from time to time when stores have special offers and rebates. Nero is an excellent program, another thing about it is that they update it all the time (free update from their website) and it sure gives you more room to grow.

You can go to Nero website and download the free trail, and try it for yourself.

Hope this helps,
Liya.
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great
job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use
the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might
also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi
GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the
better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum
version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
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My CD burner came with the Adaptec software too. While I never had any problems with it, I was curious about all the talk around Nero. To cut a long story short, I had to download Nero one day becuase the machine I was using didn't have the burner software. I was amazed at how much more sensible it was than my Adaptec software. I didn't switch only becuase the program was doing its job.

I was travelling this past summer and ended up burning dozens of picture CDs. Everywhere I went in South East Asia used Nero so I got pretty good at using it. The ultimate test was in Cambodia where the computer shop used Nero with the Thai language installed. I only needed one or two tips from the locals before I was burning along at my normal rate.

My impression of the two companies is that Roxio is driven by profit while Nero is driven by great products.
 
Nero is the best choice. Great user interface and many options.

I know well EZ CD creator software however it is slower. Also I have had problems to burn a CD on-the-fly (directly from other CD-ROM) even with SCSI interface on both. Nero works flawlessly.
EZ CD creator is coming together with HP CD-WR and some others.

Nero Burning CD ROM OEM is coming together with the most popular Lite-on CD-WR 48X-12X-48X for lower price you are going to purchase Nero software only.

Also you could get Nero OEM version separately for 10 USD - check at pricegrabber.com:

http://www.pricegrabber.com/search_getprod.php/masterid=417776/search=nero/ut=d4401efddffa3904/

Greetings,
Roumen
http://www.pbase.com/roumen
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.

I have experience with Nero and have found it to always do a great
job. The Roxio tool is new to me. I am particulary wanting to use
the program to make VCD disks, which I've done with Nero. I might
also mention The CD-RW drive in the Dell would look to be a Hitachi
GCE-8400B, which is on Nero's list of compatible drives.

Any thoughts from the gurus out there as to which might be the
better program? Anyone have good experience with the Platinum
version of Cd Creator?

Thanks!
  • Rick
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I use Nero and think its great (had problems in the past with Adaptec software). But my Nero came with my CD burner (Buslink, also excellent) and no manual. So I don't understand some of the things Nero can do - mainly I just use the wizard to burn pictures or music files. My question is: what does "on the fly" mean? what does it mean to burn an "image"? Thanks.
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Davia
C-700
pbase supporter
http://www.pbase.com/dmlove
 
"On-the-fly" means without making a full CD image on the disk or any files cashing. Just like burning files on CD from HDD drive. In some cases Nero would give up using "on-the-fly" option and would choose making first full CD image on the HDD.

In case you need to make several copies of one CD it is better to choose making a full CD image on fast HDD rather copying every time from CD-ROM.

I use Lite-on CD-WR 40X-12X-48X and it is great - fast and noiseless (your Buslink is Lite-on also). It came together with Nero 5.5.9 OEM.
You could download a pdf manual from:
http://www.nero.com/en/index.html#c1002822752943
Greetings,
Roumen
http://www.pbase.com/roumen
dmlove said:
I use Nero and think its great (had problems in the past with
Adaptec software). But my Nero came with my CD burner (Buslink,
also excellent) and no manual. So I don't understand some of the
things Nero can do - mainly I just use the wizard to burn pictures
or music files. My question is: what does "on the fly" mean?
what does it mean to burn an "image"? Thanks.
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Davia
C-700
pbase supporter
http://www.pbase.com/dmlove
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Rick,

Try finding Roxio 5.5 at a computer show, it costs about $5.00.
Truelight said:
My new Dell Dimension 8200 PC came with Roxio EZ CD Creator Basic.
I could upgrade to the Platinum version for $69.00, or go purchase
Nero Burning Rom ver. 5.5 for $79.00.
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JimKa
 
Thanks for you insights folks. Based on your info, here's what I did...

I took someone's advice here and prowled around on Pricegrabber, and found a place that sold an OEM version of Nero for $12, including shipping. While I was waiting for the shipment, I downloaded the latest demo version (5.5.9.14) from Nero online. It worked great with my drive.

So... when the CD came (just about 2 days!), I used the registration number from it to register my demo version - best of all worlds - the latest version plus now it's registered.

One little note of caution -- The OEM version lacks one nice little feature - that of doing crossfades of music. I read the Nero site and it does say this is only found on retail versions. This would be nice, but heh... I piad $12 v.s. the retail price of $79... so if this is all it lacks, I'm a happy camper.

Having used Nero at work for some months, it's nice to work with a product I know rather than having to learn Roxio. It's still on my drive, but probably not for long. Thanks for all the votes of confidence I saw here for Nero.

(Besides, I've already used Nero in the past to make VCDs that work great on my Apex DVD player (and it also makes a nice companion to Xatshow, which uses Nero as it's burning tool). The Cover editor and Wave Editor are nice bonuses in Nero too!
 
Member said:
One little note of caution -- The OEM version lacks one nice little
feature - that of doing crossfades of music. I read the Nero site
and it does say this is only found on retail versions. This would
be nice, but heh... I piad $12 v.s. the retail price of $79... so
if this is all it lacks, I'm a happy camper.
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Rick, I'm not sure I understand what you did...if you got the latest version, why don't you have the crossfades (I don't even know what a crossfade is, but shouldn't you have it?)

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Davia
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