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In our duties reviewing software for Download.com we install and uninstall a lot of programs. As we're sure you can imagine, this creates a bit of a mess on our PC. Many programs leave files behind when they're uninstalled, and since we're constantly downloading and deleting things, we end up with a lot of invalid shortcuts, broken registry entries, etc. For this very reason, we were excited about trying WinUtilities Free Edition, a suite of tools designed to free up disk space and improve system performance. We were quite pleased with the program's results.
Some of what WinUtilities does--disk defragmenting and cleanup, for example--can be accomplished using the System Tools that come with Windows. But we liked the way the program combined these and other functions into one clean, intuitive interface, making all of the most useful Windows maintenance utilities easy to access. The program contains a full complement of features to help you manage your computer's performance and security, including a file shredder, duplicate file finder, task scheduler, and much more. The program's One-Click Maintenance feature allows users to run a variety of customizable buttons with the click of a single button. The program's built-in Help file is well written and thorough. Overall, we were quite impressed with WinUtilities, and we think it's a great tool for keeping your system in good shape and free of performance-hindering junk.
WinUtilities Free Edition is free. The program installs and uninstalls without issues. We highly recommend this program to all users.
Publisher's Description
From YL Software:
WinUtilities (Free Edition) is a multi-functional system performance and optimization suite for Microsoft Windows. This collection of tools lets you supercharge your PC's performance, enhance its security, tweak and optimize its settings, and customize and personalize your screens. Registry Cleaner makes your system more stable by cleaning out the bad Registry entries that build up each time you install and uninstall software. The program's Registry Optimizer defragments and rebuilds your Registry, making your entire system run more smoothly and quickly. The program includes powerful tools to clean and optimize your hard drives. The Disk Cleaner removes clutter and unnecessary files from your PC, allowing it to run more quickly. The DiskDefrag module defragments your hard drive, keeping it running efficiently. WinUtilities's Windows Optimizers keep Windows running faster. The Memory Optimizer ensures that memory is released properly when you stop running each program on your system.
What's new in this version: Verion 9.9 adds system services management feature.
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All versions:
3.7 starsout of 622 votes
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Current version:
3.9 starsout of 20 votes
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"Not really freeware"
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
The free version can only do little things and it just ask you upgrade to paid version day by day.
Cons
I think ccleaner is better than this one.
Summary
you could not trust this product made in china.
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"This chinese company should refund my money"
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
They steal the Open Source Code and use the code-signed to cheat us.
Cons
it is not a freeware.
Summary
please refund my money
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"This chinese product used the GNU Code(JkDefrag)"
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
they use the Open Source Code JKDefrag. You can check the Defrag.dll in their installation path.
Cons
it is another chinese company steal the open source code and use it in their product. as we know, IObit steal the code too.
Summary
Download.com should remove this chinese product from the list.
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"A free way to keep your computer in tune."
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
I like the variety of tools that are available at one place to keep the computer performing at top level. I like the fact that it is free.
Cons
You must buy the version that allows you to schedule the running of the program. However, a little discipline like running it at the same time each week makes scheduling quite unnecessary
Summary
It includes all of the Windows tools plus many more that will keep your computer functioning properly. It is very easy to use. There is a ONE-BUTTON execution for the major tools.
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"excellently good"
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
easy to use and well worth it.
Cons
None that I can see.
Summary
Keeps everything working right to suit me.
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"nice update"
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
really cleans my pc of unnecessary files
Cons
none so far
Summary
I use WinUtilities along side Advanced System Care and CCleaner for maximum pc optimization!
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"good value"
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
nice features for freeware
Cons
nothing, it's free
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"Great program"
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
Very easy to use, with lots of utilities.
Cons
No cons as of yet.
Summary
Great utility for the price.(free)
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"Runs great, does everything I want it to."
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
The ease of using it, nothing to do on my part.
Cons
No negatives that I can see?
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"absolutely amazing!"
Version: WinUtilities Free Edition 9.9
Pros
One stop (free) shopping for a set of extremely effective, and very easy to use, utilities that outshines a whole range of highly regarded programs that you would pay $30 - $50 for.
Cons
Nothing to complain about.
Summary
Recommend you try the free version of WinUtilities BEFORE you spend your hard earned money on anything else. I've paid for and used Registry Booster, Registry Mechanic, and others, and WinUtilities outperformed them.
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