Q: Why do I need one? A: Just plz don't ask.
Q: Why not use backups? A: See answer above.
Utilities I have already tried:
Recuva - Useless
Wondershare Data Recovery - Used RAW mode which got most of the file tree and file names right, but 90% of recovered data is corrupt.
Can someone point me to a program/utility? Something that truly works and is preferably free?
Note: Cannot afford any form of data recovery service.