Google provides adb and fastboot (command-line tools) for free, which run on Windows, Mac, or Linux. With them, you can issue adb reboot bootloader and then fastboot erase userdata or fastboot -w. This is a hard reset from PC. But it requires:
Many "universal tools" are just GUIs around ADB and Fastboot. When they work, it’s because ADB works. However, they often include outdated ADB versions or broken drivers. The Ultimate Guide: Universal Hard Reset Tool EXE
Executable files claiming to be a “universal hard reset tool for all Android devices” are almost always scams or malware. Here’s the reality: USB debugging enabled on the device beforehand (impossible
Using unofficial repacked tools violates warranty terms for most brands. Samsung’s Knox counter trips if you flash unofficial binaries. Xiaomi’s warranty explicitly excludes damage from third-party tools. Additionally, downloading cracked software (even if the original was free) from unauthorized sources is a violation of copyright in many jurisdictions. Many "universal tools" are just GUIs around ADB and Fastboot