Carbon Copy Cloner
Universal version latest seen at v7.1.6-b7 · Reported by 432 Macs in the community.
All sighted native versions (20+):
Sighting data is community-sourced — version availability and pricing should be verified with the developer.
Carbon Copy Cloner is a professional-grade disk cloning and backup utility for macOS that creates bootable duplicates of your entire Mac drive or selective file backups. It's widely used by Mac users who need reliable disaster recovery, system migration, or regular automated backups without the complexity of Time Machine. The app supports scheduling, SafetyNet versioning (similar to snapshots), and native APFS cloning, making it ideal for power users, IT professionals, and anyone who wants a complete bootable backup readily available.
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1 suggestionGreat news: Carbon Copy Cloner v7.1.5 is already available as a universal binary with full native Apple Silicon support. If you're running v4.1.3 or earlier, you should upgrade immediately to v7.1.5 from Bombich Software's official download page. The native version has been confirmed running on 10+ real Macs in our community and delivers full performance on Apple Silicon without any Rosetta 2 translation layer. Simply download and install the latest version—your license will carry over, and CCC 6 licenses purchased after January 1, 2024 are eligible for a free upgrade to CCC 7.
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