- Quick specs
- Price: Free
- Operating system: Windows 2003, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 7
- Date added: October 01, 2009
- Total Downloads: 1,377,678
- Downloads last week: 13,979
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 686 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: CNET Staff
Behind a slick interface, this program backs up all your PC's drivers in case you mess up something fierce. From registration to implementation, DriverMax works fast, runs smooth, and does even more than mere backing up.
When you run the app, it asks you if you'd like to run the trial version or apply for a registration key. The key is free, though, requiring only an e-mail address and your name. Once you've entered the key, the program interface appears, with slick button navigation: Driver Operations, Updates and Identification, and Popular Hardware. Mousing over one reveals more choices, so you can export your drivers, import drivers, or view an installed drivers report.
Updates lets you update both the DriverMax software and the drivers themselves, although as of this writing there is a warning label on the DriverMax Web site that downloads are not currently functioning. The program can also identify unknown hardware and point you in the direction of popular hardware options, pointing users to a compilation of statistics about different video cards and processors.
The strongest features, though, relate to driver backup and reinstalls. They function smoothly, offering users the option to back up all drivers or compile a customized list. Reinstalling an "accidentally" deleted driver was as pain-free as could be. As of the version 4.4 update, the DriverMax Agent, which automatically scans for driver updates, works in Windows XP and Windows Vista 32-bit, but not 64-bit. This is a great utility tool that should appeal to newbies, advanced hackers, and everybody in between.
Publisher's description
From Innovative Solutions :DriverMax is a powerful free utility which helps you download, back up and restore the drivers installed on your Windows Vista or Windows XP computer and check if newer versions are available. Download all drivers from one place in just a few steps. Or back them up so you will have all of them in a single place and will be able to reinstall them in a few minutes. This tool can save you a lot of time when reinstalling Windows, especially on older computers for which the original CDs containing the drivers have been lost. You no longer have to track down old driver installation CDs, insert one installation CD after another or spend hours searching for drivers on the Internet. DriverMax is also able to display a detailed report about all drivers (versions, release dates) installed on your system. Identify unknown devices in your computer and get Windows Vista rating information before you purchase new hardware.
What's new in this version:
Version 5.31 improves 64-bit compatibility and Windows 7 compatibility and increases download speed for all users.
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User reviews
- Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 686 votes
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Version: DriverMax 5.31
Pros: easy to use
Cons: sometimes takes a while when searching
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Version: DriverMax 5.31
Pros: It's free!
Cons: Free version only allows two drivers per day, but no big deal
Summary: It's free!
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Version: DriverMax 5.31
Pros: it seems to work well.
Cons: same as above but you can't a feel for how good it is because you can't use enough to get a feel.
Summary: not enough use to get a feel for it.
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Version: DriverMax 5.31
"Very good software, but sometimes shows bad updates too"
Pros: finds drivers that windows update won't find
Cons: doesn't find BIOS updates
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Version: DriverMax 5.31
"Works well but free version is limited to 2 downloads"
Pros: I have used this product for a few years now and it certainly is the best I have found and never any trouble with the updated drivers.
Cons: As they have upgraded the software, so the completely free, unlimited downloads has disappeared. You are now limited to 2 downloads per day unless you pay to join their premier service.
Summary: Excellent product with easy graphics but the limited free downloads has become a pain when upgrading machines or not checking drivers more frequently.
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