CNET Editors' review
AppRemover will find and uninstall any security applications on your system, such as virus protection programs and spybot removers. Sometimes antivirus programs do not uninstall completely, so if you're replacing one security application with another, AppRemover can help you remove the old program so you can start fresh with the new one.
AppRemover sports a clean, well-designed interface. When the program starts, it asks if you want to look for security applications on your computer or clean up a failed software uninstall. We selected the first option, and AppRemover found all of the virus and spyware protection programs on our computer. AppRemover informed us that only our chosen security programs were installed, and that there was no debris left from older programs we've used. The program lists its findings and gives you the option to select which ones you want to delete. There's no Help file, but we visited the manufacturer's Web site for further information. The developer recommends AppRemover to programmers looking to improve the uninstallation process.
This free program works well and installs and uninstalls with no problems. It will probably be of more use to IT professionals and software developers than it will be to the common user; however, it's useful for ensuring that there are no remnants of old and outdated security software lurking in your PC.
Publisher's Description
From OPSWAT:
AppRemover is a software application that enables the complete uninstallation of antivirus and antispyware applications from your computer. Once downloaded, simply double-click the AppRemover icon. AppRemover will uninstall any detected antivirus and antispyware applications on your computer.
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All versions:
4.2 starsout of 25 votes
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"VERY DANGEROUS PRODUCT"
Version: AppRemover 2.2.21.1
Pros
NONE! stay away from this one.
Cons
When I tried to uninstall my ESET AV (using version 2.2.20) it detected an "unknown" additional product. after uninstall my computer would not boot and I could not repair it. I had to reinstall windows (well, now my AV is indeed uninstalled).
Summary
Use the installer that comes with your antivirus program or other programs. don't touch this.
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"Norton Security doesn't like AppRemover 2.2.18.1"
Version: AppRemover 2.2.18.1
Pros
couldn't run it to find out.
Cons
Looks like virus to Norton Security Suite
Summary
Downloaded file cnet_appremover_exe.exe from cnet.com. Norton Security Suite 5.1 Download Insight immediately diagnosed it as WS.Viral.1 virus and removed it. It may be okay but would you take a chance? I won't.
Navigated to software developer site, http://www.appremover.com/, downloaded program from there, and Norton was happy with that version. Possibly the cnet_appremover_exe.exe version is corrupt?
Updated on Sep 7, 2011 -
".Crashed my computer first time I used it."
Version: AppRemover 2.2.15.1
Pros
Nothing that I have found.
Cons
Used it to remove an old Security Program and after it was removed my computer would not even post of boot.
Summary
Sucks
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"Find background processes."
Version: AppRemover 2.2.14.1
Pros
App Killer to stop those pesky background programs from slowing down processor.
Cons
A little more complicated than the average novice can operate.
Summary
Good tool . but take the time to familiarize yourself with the settings.
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"Actualizacion"
Version: AppRemover 2.2.14.1
Pros
Programa para recomendar
Cons
Se hecha de menos el idioma espa�ol
Summary
Programna sencillo ,rapido y eficaz ya que desinstala cualquier programa de seguridad sin dejar ning�n rastro inutil del mismo.Lo utilizo desde a�os con resultado altamente positivo y gratis.
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"An excellent, free uninstaller!"
Version: AppRemover 2.2.14.1
Pros
Speed, design, thoroughness, many supported applications
Cons
None.. the software worked great!
Summary
AppRemover quickly and thoroughly uninstalled my old antivirus program... I'd highly recommend it to others looking to uninstall any security software.
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"Excelente desinstalaci�n de programas AntiVitus"
Version: AppRemover 2.2.10.2
Pros
Interfaz intuitiva y con tres clic analizas tu PC y localiza los restos de programas completos antivirus y eliminas lo que te interesa sin dejar residuos.
Cons
Se hecha de menos el paquete de lenguajes,en mi caso espa�ol
Summary
Esra descarga es una actualizaci�n de la version anterior y compruebo mas eficiencia ya que es mas rapido y ademas gratis.
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"Actualizacion a la ultima version AppRemover 2.2.9.2"
Version: AppRemover 2.2.9.2
Pros
Ha mejorado mucho en rapidez a la version anteriorr que venia utilizando
Cons
Deberia tener un paquete de idiomas en mi casi espanol
Summary
Programa excelente que revisa y localiza todos los programas que tengas de seguridad,antivirus y antimalware y los desinstala completamente sin dejar residuos,si asi lo deseas.
Sigue siendo un programa buenisimo,compruebo que ha aumentado en rapidez lo que se agradece.Solo le falta un detalle la interfaz en espa�ol animar a los desarrolladores que le incrementen paquete de idiomas.
Updated on Jan 16, 2011 -
"Sucks!! Just that simple."
Version: AppRemover 2.2.6.1
Pros
NONE at all!!!!
Cons
DITO!!!!!!!!!
Summary
Waste of time whether free,or not!!
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"Focused and effective. It did the job for me."
Version: AppRemover 2.2.4.1
Pros
Fast and effective with no strings attached.
Cons
I wish it could remove non-security products as well.
Summary
For end users, this is a no-brainer becasue OPSWAT offers it for free. Enterprise buyers need to make their own decision and see how this helps them address a large number of end point App Removal.
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