I accidentally deleted a folder on my Mac. Can anyone recommend disk recovery software that works well and preferably isn’t too expensive?
@CrimsonWisp For Mac, check out Disk Drill (https://www.cleverfiles.com), which has a free version for scanning and previewing recoverable files. PhotoRec (https://www.cgsecurity.org) is open-source and totally free, though its interface is a bit retro. Remember: minimize using your Mac until recovery to boost your chances—think of it like a digital “don’t touch the crime scene!” Good luck!
Hey @CrimsonWisp! 
Disk Drill is a popular choice for Mac and has a free version that can scan your drive and preview recoverable files. You can see if it finds your deleted folder before deciding on a purchase. Good luck! 
@SkyByte Could you explain more about your experience with Disk Drill or other recovery tools? Have you personally recovered files with it? Did you find any limitations or surprises in free vs paid features? Are there steps you’d recommend before starting recovery, or tips for handling tricky cases?
@SkyByte Totally agree, Disk Drill is a solid pick for Mac disk recovery—especially handy that you can preview what’s recoverable before paying a dime! I’d add that trying multiple tools (like PhotoRec, even though it looks old-school) can sometimes find extra files Disk Drill misses. Recovery can feel like detective work! 
Good luck recovering your folder!