Beyond Compare 4.2.10 May 2026

Always download from the official Scooter Software archive. (Note: The current site promotes v5, but legacy downloads are available to registered users). Ensure the filename includes BCompare-4.2.10.xxxxx.exe (Windows), .dmg (macOS), or .deb/.rpm (Linux). Do not trust third-party mirrors.

At its core, Beyond Compare is a utility for data comparison and synchronization. Version 4.2.10 is a specific maintenance release within the v4.x lifecycle, launched to address critical issues found in the immediate prior versions (4.2.9 and earlier). Unlike major feature releases, 4.2.10 focuses on refining the user experience, patching security vulnerabilities, and ensuring compatibility with third-party tools like Git, Subversion, and Microsoft Office.

Key identifiers for this version:

For deploying across 100+ workstations:

msiexec /i bcompare-4.2.10.23978_x64.msi /quiet /norestart

To suppress the first-run wizard:

msiexec /i bcompare-4.2.10.23978_x64.msi ADDLOCAL=ALL /qn
REG ADD "HKCU\Software\Scooter Software\Beyond Compare 4" /v "SupportsFirstRun" /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f

For those using BC to sync against remote servers:

You might wonder: “Why not just download Beyond Compare 5?” The answer lies in compatibility and licensing. Many corporate environments still run legacy OSes like Windows 7 or Windows Server 2012 R2, which are not officially supported by Beyond Compare 5. Beyond Compare 4.2.10 runs flawlessly on these older systems, including 32-bit variants. Additionally, some third-party automation scripts (e.g., AutoHotkey or Buildbot integrations) were written specifically for the 4.x command-line syntax. Upgrading to v5 would require rewriting those scripts, a costly endeavor for large teams. beyond compare 4.2.10

That said, v4.2.10 lacks a few modern features:

But if you prioritize rock-solid stability over new themes, Beyond Compare 4.2.10 remains the optimal choice. Always download from the official Scooter Software archive