Windows Password Recovery Methods: Complete Comparison Guide There are multiple ways to recover a Windows password, but they are not equal. Some work only on old systems, some carry malware risks, some require advanced technical skill, and some simply don’t work on modern Windows. This guide objectively compares every major method so you can choose safely and effectively. Method Comparison Matrix MethodWorks OnSkill LevelRiskSuccess Rate Commercial Boot Tool (Ours)All VersionsBeginnerNone100% Ophcrack / pwdumpXP/Vista OnlyAdvancedMediumLow-Medium CMD utilman/sethc Hack7/8/10IntermediateHighVariable Microsoft Account Reset10/11 Only .....