Pros
Useful toolkit.
Cons
When I bought into Ace Utilities many years ago, I was told that I would have a LIFETIME of free upgrades. A few years ago they started charging for upgrades. It seems like they have not loyalty to their customer base ... we are just a source of revenue and nothing more.
Summary
The old version of Acework fine on Windows 10. Just do not forget to disable the ""check for updates automatically" option.
Pros
If you have used a Windows PC for some time, then this software is easy to use.
Good set of utilities; each with a lot of options to customize.
Cons
No cons so far in my use.
Summary
I would give Ace Utilities a big thumbs-up :--)
Pros
Not bad software.
Cons
When I purchased software, the contract was Free updates for life. One day I try to get update and BAM, one has to pay for updates, no heads up, no special price for old customers or consideration, nothing.
Summary
The company did not honor their word, after a few years, they now want to charge every year. No special price or any thing for loyal customers. They were only updating software one or twice a year.
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Reply by Holly370 on February 26, 2016
I've had Ace Utilities installed since around 2005. Like you, I expected free updates for life as promised.
This week, however, on trying to update I was informed I'd have to upgrade to 64 bit and pay. I did contact acelogix yesterday as I couldn't find a price for registered users - along with a promise of a 50% discount - and they replied today with the following link http://tinyurl.com/78eajjv which gives me a 50% discount as promised.
I'm not aware of their intention to charge every year, though, so I'd be interested to know where that information can be found before I decide to pay.
Pros
I have been using versions of this product for years, Works quickly and effectively. Finds and fixes problems that other programs miss.
Cons
If you are an experienced computer user there are no cons.
Summary
In a crowded field of system-maintenance and optimization utilities ACE utilities stands out.
Pros
Simple and easy. Instructions are easy to follow.
Seemed to clean up my PC well. My browser (Chrome) seems to start faster now that it has cleaned the cache and cookies.
Cons
No cons for now
Pros
Pretty much works well
Cons
When I purchased this software a few years back, Part of the deal was all future updates were to be FREE for life. Now they want to charge for the upgrade.
Summary
If they wanted to start charging they should have started with their new subscribers, and grand father in those whom they promised free upgrade. They did not even bother to explain the change UNTIL, I emailed them. No longer use the software, no longer trust them.
Pros
Does exactly what it's supposed to do.
Cons
None noted.
Summary
Those who have called this program dangerous should do more research before making such an opinion. It does not have a virus, you don't rent it, and support questions are answered promptly.
Pros
Small installer (less than10MB); does not dump any bloated applications.
Snappy performance.
Cons
Not 'flashy' enough like other programs, but I guess it makes up for it more than enough 'under the hood'.
Summary
Would definitely recommend this software for Windows users looking for a good system maintenance tool.
Pros
works very well
Cons
1. Adds recycle bins to every volume
2. Deleted my restore points
3. Locked up some of my files (tagged with a lock symbol), these file won't even respond to administrator access.
4. Slippery company. Questionable license.
5. Emailed seller and developer to find out if I was purchasing this software outright or renting it for a year. Received an email that said absolutely nothing. I'm thinking the license may be good for 6 months or less.
Summary
Even thought the programs worked very well, the things it has done to my computer without notice or permission make this a very dangerous software to load on your computer.
Will not under any circumstances, buy this software.
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Reply by aneesh_an on September 28, 2014
Hi,
I wonder how a program that 'works very well' can has 'so many cons' listed!
When read more than once, this post does feel like a shameful attempt for defamation.
1. Ace Utilities does not lock any file/folder/drive in any of its tools.
2. For the last 10 years, the developers are providing free upgrades. How can that be a 'questionable licensing' strategy? Only in the coming versions that the licensing policy shall change.
3. It's explicitly listed in the 'Download' and 'Order' pages that it's a 30-day trial program. Does any one provide 'software for rent for an year'?
Before saying such comments as 'destructive invasive', please take the time to atleast use the software once.
When read more than once, this post does feel like a shameful attempt for defamation.
regards.
Pros
I've been using this on multiple computers for about 10 years. Windows 2000, XP 32 & 64 bit, Windows 7 & Windows 8.1 with no problems & excellent results. It does keep the computer clean & running well. A very good investment.
Cons
Nothing bad has surfaced yet!
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