MyDefrag

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  • All versions:

    4.3 stars

    out of 119 votes

    • 5 star: 60
    • 4 star: 47
    • 3 star: 4
    • 2 star: 1
    • 1 star: 7
  • Current version:

    4.6 stars

    out of 26 votes

    • 5 star: 18
    • 4 star: 7
    • 3 star: 0
    • 2 star: 0
    • 1 star: 1
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  • 5.0 stars

    "The best defragger for Windows (Vista) I've found."

    June 2, 2013  |   By seyhall

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    It's fast.
    It has a script language for the techies.
    It comes with scripts already made for non techies.
    It automatically schedules itself to run at 5am.
    Disk map is very detailed, and you can zoom in and out.
    It's free.

    Cons

    I wish it wouldn't do just one run. If you stop it or it finishes defragging a disk, you can't then defrag another disk. You have to quit the application and then start it again.

    There's no color key in the application.

    The gui could be fancier.

    Summary

    Get it. Install it. It's great. But as always, download only directly from the publisher because the CNet installer is (a) unnecessary, and (b) loaded with toolbars and other foolishness.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Best defrag program PERIOD"

    November 2, 2012  |   By creamedcorn

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    Fast
    Automated
    Basic stuff is simple
    Fully customizable (via scripts) for advanced users
    Scripts
    More scripts

    Cons

    It can't make coffee
    It probably makes no difference if you have a solid state drive

    Summary

    If you are looking for the best program to optimize your hdd performance then this is it. It runs completely off of scripts so you can use the ones it comes with or write your own. For those of us who play games that access the hard drive constantly (i.e. WoW), we can customize the scripts to put those files at the beginning of the drive so that they perform wonderfully, even on a full hard drive. There is documentation on the website so anyone who has done some light programming should feel right at home with writing scripts. This is an absolute must for power users.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Simply the BEST Defrag Program out there"

    May 11, 2012  |   By Zowie2010

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    Every other defrag program I've tried defrags the files OK, but leaves them scattered all over your hard drive. Therefore, while 25% of your drive may be "free space", it's contained in thousands of tiny little fragments of free space. This program not only defrags yours files, but gives you nearly unlimited options as to how to reorganize them on your hard drive so you have large, contiguous blocks of free space.

    The hard drive map is VERY detailed (see the Con below). However, once you get used to it, it is fantastic to see exactly where your files are located and where the free space is on your hard drive.

    You can move your cursor over any portion of your hard drive map, and it tells you the name of the file located in that portion of your hard drive and how many fragments it is divided into.

    Cons

    The first time you open the GUI, it looks like abstract art. Unlike most defrag programs, it is showing you the status of each and every block and sector of your hard drive.

    It would be nice if there were a color key on the screen to remind you what all the color patches mean on your hard drive. You have to go to Help to get this information.

    Summary

    Download this one and forget the rest!

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Looks aren't everything"

    January 24, 2012  |   By spelingchampeon

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    Free. Fast. It seems to do a great job, and what's not to like.

    Cons

    Haven't found a way to start the program and have it shut down the computer automatically when complete.. but not a big deal.

    Summary

    This is a basic defrag program that doesn't have the pretty interface. It's almost like running DOS again. The screen looks old, but it's not about the appearance, it's about the job it does.. and it does it very well.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Best defrag since Norton Speedisk"

    January 3, 2012  |  

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    The only free defrag I've found that will move start-up files to the front of the disk as well as this one, and sorts all files.

    Cons

    Interface but for free, who's complaining?

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Best disk defragmenter and optimizer out there IMHO"

    December 26, 2011  |   By musicman4you

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    Best defragmenter and optimizer program I have used.I was using this back when it was called JKdefrag.I tried others like Auslogics but this one is better in my opinion and does a better job.Auslogics left files scattered all over my hard drive and didn't optimize and line them up right.MyDefrag works like the old Norton Speed Disc use to but faster.With the other Free ones I didn't see as much speed difference as I do with this.Number one in my book.

    Cons

    There are non

    Summary

    Same as above.It may not be ranked number 1 but I think it is.Best defragmenter and optimizer program I have used.I was using this back when it was called JKdefrag.I tried others like Auslogics but this one is better in my opinion and does a better job.Works like the old Norton Speed Disc use to but faster.With the other Free ones I didn't see as much speed difference as I do with this.Number one in my book.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "WOW, great defrag program!"

    November 14, 2011  |   By jctalbot

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    This is a great defragger. It's my new everyday defrag program.

    Cons

    GUI is lacking but it works. Wish it had a boot option.

    Summary

    I can't count the number of computers that I've reformatted in the last ten years. I usually use the system defrag after all software and updates are installed. I've used other defraggers in the past but none seemed to be any better than the system defragger. Figured I'd try something new this time so I tried a couple other defraggers. First I tried Defraggler and UltraDefrag right after the install. I noticed no difference in speed at all just like the system defragger. Then I gave MyDefrag a try on the same fresh install and holy #$%! I cant believe the difference in app loading. All MSOffice programs load instantly on a p4 2.66. All other software loads quick as well. I really can't believe the difference from the other defraggers I ran on the same computer. I have several of the same p4 2.66's and none of them have ever been this responsive.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Excellent Defragger"

    November 12, 2011  |   By KelvinCEO

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    I can actually notice a performance increase unlike Defraggler, and there is a wide variety of scripts to choose from for your every day needs including daily, weekly, and monthly. It's free to!

    Cons

    (Can) take a while to defrag, but its performance outweighs this by any level.

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  • 4.0 stars

    "For the bucks (free), very good software"

    July 24, 2011  |   By jlauret7

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    Easy to use, does work for all kind of volume, provide excellent and thorough de-fragging with noticeable speed improvement. Multi-level fragmentation schedule (daily, weekly, monthly) very good. Cannot get better with commercial products.

    Cons

    Old looking interface with mysterious color legend. Scheduling is not intuitive to me (how to schedule specific tasks toward one drive and other tasks toward other drives unclear).

    Summary

    You can replace the Windows defragger with MyDefrag with confidence that a good job will be done, this is one freeware which has kept improving over the years and concentrated efforts over working features rather than the interface and appearance - it shows and MyDefrag provides superior de-fragmentation coming at equal footage than what commercial products provides. NB: users have noted restore points issues; I do not use restore points (they often fail when needed the most so moved to other safer means) and this could may be an issue. Nonetheless, this product is an excellent choice if you are looking for a bit more than the basic Windows defrag features.

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  • 5.0 stars

    "Best Defragger !"

    July 4, 2011  |   By Ferretkeeper

    Version: MyDefrag 4.3.1

    Pros

    Option for setting scheduled tasks at installation.
    Choice of scripts to run.
    Choose the drives to work on.
    Full manual and help if needed.

    Cons

    None for me.

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Full Specifications

What's new in version 4.3.1

Version 4.3.1 adds the Windows "bootstat.dat" file to the build-in list of special exceptions.

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Download Type:
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Publisher
Jeroen Kessels
Publisher Web Site
http://www.kessels.com/
Release Date
May 21, 2010
Date Added
May 21, 2010
Version
4.3.1

Category

Category
Utilities & Operating Systems
Subcategory
Maintenance & Optimization

System Requirements

Operating Systems
Windows 7, Windows XP 64-bit, Windows 2003, Windows 2000, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows Server 2008
Additional Requirements
Not available

Download Information

File Size
1.99MB
File Name
MyDefrag-v4.3.1.exe

Popularity

Total Downloads
95,186
Downloads Last Week
108

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License Model
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