I've worked with both free and paid versions of different application packagers in my 20+ years in IT. And with Master Packager even free version (not trial) has a lot to offer. Ease of use (interface is simple to navigate around) and one specific feature (custom actions like "Copy to UserProfile") make all the difference when doing typical app customization. Adding Master Wrapper (GUI for PSADT) to the mix and this becomes a killer combo.

Nothing. So far I've been a happy user of Master Packager.

I am a seasoned packager of 10 years’ experience. I have a fondness for PowerShell, automation and application packaging. I have tried all sorts of packaging tools in my pursuit for the ultimate fit .Master packager checked off all the boxes for me.I never knew of all the automation possibilities that are available within an msi until taking the Master Packager Pro training course. Master Packager is super easy to learn, very intuitive with a great UI and their training has taken me to the next level of packaging software . [sensitive content hidden] are seasoned pro’s and their tips and tricks they shared will be making my job as a packager a lot easier. I highly recommend taking their course

The user interface is very intuitive and the validation automation is spot on.I like all of the predefined custom actions as they focus in on what a packager would need to know to get the job done for those tricky packages

Not many cons to list here that I have seen. This product is rock solid!!

We first started using the free version as it’s simply the best free MSI editor available. We then purchased a license to obtain the repackaging functionality and have been happy with the results. Now our whole team use it and it’s the product we recommend to others when looking for a packaging tool. It’s also handy for those that don’t know PowerShell to be able to knock up a PSADT script.

I really appreciate the clean simple interface and how many time saving features there are included. For example the templates feature for being able to apply common standards, properties, or custom actions, and the ability to run powershell scripts. One of the most unique features is the ability to apply files and/or registry values to all users on the system, removing the need to set up self-repair or active setup to achieve this.

I still use InstEd a lot for the following reasons:- Faster startup time- Faster table navigation- Ability to open up multiple packages in tabs- Ability to diff 2 MSI packagesI may ditch it altogether if MP were to improve in these areas!

My experience has been extremely positive. It's a pleasure using the product.

The best part is the ease of use. It makes editing and even examining MSI files so much easier and faster but without compromising on quality. It does everything far more expensive products do and has some features they don't have. It's very much quality not quantity.

Just one thing - it offers regular updates but there's no way to enable auto-update - you are sent to the website to download the new version.

We deliver application packaging services for Intune and use this product daily, so our experience has been great. The Master Packager team has always been responsive and supportive when we have an issue or require assistance.

You don't have to be an expert in packaging to use this product daily — very friendly UI with all required features for delivering packaging services. Even if you need to tweak MSI or read information from it, it is clear how to use it. We use Master Packager daily and deliver high-quality packages with Master Packager.

We like everything in this product and the direction where the Master Packager team is going forward.