Multi-boot USB builder — YUMI UEFI
YUMI UEFI is a free Windows utility that helps you assemble multi-boot USB sticks quickly. It lets you combine multiple operating systems and live environments on a single flash drive so you can install or run different OSes without swapping media.
Highlights and purpose
YUMI UEFI is intended for users who want a portable collection of installers, recovery tools, or live systems. Its simple controls make selecting ISO files and setting up boot options straightforward, so both newcomers and experienced users can get a working multi-boot drive with minimal fuss.
Primary capabilities
- Persistent storage support so changes and files can be kept between reboots
- Compatibility with both UEFI and legacy BIOS systems
- A clean, easy-to-follow interface for picking ISOs and adjusting boot settings
- Support for a broad selection of operating systems and Linux distributions
- Ability to both run live systems and install OSes from the same USB
- Usable by casual users as well as advanced technicians
Typical use cases
YUMI UEFI is useful when you need to:
- Carry installers for multiple operating systems on a single stick
- Build a portable toolkit of rescue and diagnostic utilities
- Test different distributions without installing them to a hard drive
- Preserve configuration or files across live-session reboots
Quick setup outline
- Run YUMI UEFI on a Windows PC and choose the target USB drive.
- Pick an ISO image from your computer and set any available persistence options.
- Repeat with additional ISOs until the drive contains all required environments.
- Boot a target machine from the USB and select the desired entry from the boot menu.
Final notes
Because it supports modern UEFI machines and legacy BIOS systems, and offers persistent storage, YUMI UEFI is a practical tool for anyone who wants to consolidate multiple installers and live systems onto a single, portable device.
Technical
- Windows
- Free