Fast Check v0.39 is rolling out today.
Update command: npm update -g fast-check or download the native client from the official repository (verify the SHA-3 checksum before installing). fast check v 0.39
| Feature | Fast Check v 0.39 | Windows CHKDSK | HDDScan | |---------|------------------|----------------|---------| | Scan speed (1TB HDD) | ~14 min | ~48 min | ~22 min | | Portable (no install) | Yes | No | Yes (Pro version) | | Log detail (hex codes) | High | Medium | Very High | | SSD TRIM awareness | No | Yes | Yes | | Price | Free (abandonware) | Built into OS | Freemium | Fast Check v0
For pure speed and simplicity on older systems, Fast Check v 0.39 wins. For modern NVMe drives or RAID arrays, you’re better served with vendor-specific tools. Update command: npm update -g fast-check or download
| Tool | Speed (10 claims) | Deepfake Detection | Source Transparency | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Fast Check v0.39 | 0.8 sec | LiDAR 3D | Full Provenance | | TruthDefender Pro | 2.1 sec | Facial Artefacts | Partial | | FactScan Legacy | 4.5 sec | None | Source List only | | Manual Verification | 45 min | N/A | Variable |