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Roxio Reviewed by Vetteroo review
Windows users who still burn or copy discs.
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- What it is
- Windows disc burning and multimedia suite (Creator NXT)
- Best for
- Windows users who still burn and copy CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray discs
- Price
- Creator NXT 9 $69.99 (sale; regular $99.99), checked October 29, 2026
- Prices checked
- October 29, 2026
We researched Roxio's official pricing, plan terms, product pages, help documentation and Trustpilot profile. We haven't used Roxio ourselves, so this is a research-based review, not a hands-on test.
Who it’s best for
- Windows users who still burn or copy discs.
- People turning home videos into DVDs with menus.
- Anyone who wants a one-time purchase, not a subscription.
Who should skip it
- Probably not the best fit if you mainly edit video for online use, where Filmora is a simpler modern editor.
How it works day to day
This part draws on Roxio’s own product pages, help center and documentation, read October 29, 2026 (listed under Sources). We haven’t used Roxio ourselves.
Day to day, you open the suite to burn or copy a disc, capture your screen or make a DVD with menus.
Key features in use
- CD, DVD and Blu-ray burning and copying.
- DVD menu designer.
- Screen capture with MultiCam Capture.
- Photo, video and audio tools.
Setup and learning curve
Download and install on Windows, then pick a task from the launcher.
Integrations
Desktop software; works with your disc drive and files.
Support
Help documentation online, per its product page.
Real-world use cases
- A family burns wedding videos to DVD.
- A musician makes an audio CD.
- A user backs up files to disc with encryption.
What it costs
Prices checked October 29, 2026, from Roxio’s own pricing page unless noted. Prices change often, so check the official page before you buy.
- Creator NXT 9: $69.99, a current sale as of October 29, 2026; the regular price is $99.99.
- Creator NXT Pro 9: $89.99, a current sale as of October 29, 2026; the regular price is $129.99.
- One-time purchases for Windows. Pro adds extras such as PaintShop Pro 2021 and WinZip Secure Burn.
What we like
- One-time purchase, no subscription.
- Disc burning, copying and DVD authoring in one suite.
- Screen capture and basic editing included.
- Pro bundles extra apps.
What to watch for
- Trustpilot showed 1.9 out of 5 from 15 reviews as of October 29, 2026.
- Windows only.
- Some bundled apps, like PaintShop Pro 2021, are older versions.
The fine print
- The prices shown are a current sale as of October 29, 2026; regular prices are $99.99 and $129.99.
- Blu-ray features are marked with conditions on its page.
- Check system requirements before buying.
The main alternative: Filmora (Wondershare) Reviewed by Vetteroo
What it costs: Basic $49.99/yr; one-time license $79.99, checked October 26, 2026
Read our full Filmora (Wondershare) review
Pick Roxio Reviewed by Vetteroo if you…
- burn or copy discs.
- make DVDs with menus.
- want to pay once.
Pick Filmora (Wondershare)Reviewed by Vetteroo if you…
- edit videos for online sharing.
- want a modern editor.
Our take
Roxio Creator NXT suits Windows users who still burn discs and make DVDs, with a one-time price. Its outside reviews are poor, and the prices shown are a sale. For online video editing, compare Filmora.
Side by side
| Company | Best for | Starting price | Trial / refund |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roxio Reviewed by Vetteroo | Windows users who still burn and copy CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray discs | Creator NXT 9 $69.99 (sale; regular $99.99), checked October 29, 2026 | See its terms |
| Filmora (Wondershare) Reviewed by Vetteroo | Beginners and hobbyists who want an easy desktop video editor | Basic $49.99/yr; one-time license $79.99, checked October 26, 2026 | Free version (watermark); 30-day money-back guarantee |
From our company records. Check the official pages for current prices.
What we checked
- Roxio's pricing page and plan terms, read October 29, 2026
- Roxio's Trustpilot profile, read October 29, 2026
- Sale and regular prices were both read on the product family page
- Filmora (Wondershare)'s details: from our existing company record and review, not re-checked on October 29, 2026
- The other official pages listed under Sources (links checked October 29, 2026)
Sources
How we review
We read the company's own terms, test the sign-up or booking steps where we can, and compare it with alternatives. A commission never changes what we write. Read our disclosure.
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