Bloat Buster for Windows

Name: Bloat Buster
Rating: 3.9 (19 reviews)
Author: Bravura Software

By Bravura Software
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Key Details of Bloat Buster

Speed up, clean, and optimize your slow computer.
Last updated on June 18, 2013
There have been 3 updates
Virus scan status:
Clean (it's extremely likely that this software program is clean)

Editors' Review

Download.com staffJune 18, 2013

PCs are a lot like people: they tend to bloat up and slow down over time. Software is a lot like junk food, full of harmful crap that slows your system down. With people, inactivity worsens the problem, but with computers, it's the opposite; heavy use, frequent updates, regular software trials, and constant install-uninstall cycles leave behind ever-growing masses of "digital fat cells" that, left unattended, can cause serious PC health problems.

Alas for you but huzzah for your PC. Slimming down to a lean, mean computing machine is as easy as downloading yet another piece of software. But Bravura's Bloat Buster is different. It claims to be the first utility to specifically target PC "bloat," the unneeded and unwanted files, folders, and objects that accumulate in the Start file, system settings, and other critical performance choke points.

We love simple interfaces, but Bloat Buster is obviously determined to live up to its name because its main dialog is as basic as it gets. Bloat Buster's main weapon is the Cleanup Wizard, which is one-click automatic--and it actually functions in the free version, instead of being just a sell-up tease. You must buy the software to use the Programs and System Settings features, though. However, one pass with the Wizard improved an ancient XP Pro installation's efficiency by more than 25 percent.

Bloat Buster's functionality is limited during its free 30-day trial; registering unlocks the full version. It installs a desktop icon without asking and leaves behind folders when it's uninstalled. It's also ready to go with Windows 7.

What's new in version 1.2

Version 1.2 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

Bloat Buster for Windows

By Bravura Software
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GENERAL

Release: July 27, 2011

Latest update: June 18, 2013

Version: 1.2

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows XP
Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows 8
Windows 10

Additional Requirements: None

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Total Downloads: 55,951

Downloads Last Week: 0

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3.9/5

19 User Votes

Not proven and not a full trial
hammers1986October 17, 2011
Pros
No positive because I can't see the difference and the other two functions, we have to register for that.
Cons
Lack of information showing what could be removed. Two buttons Automatic (Recommended) and Custom for Cleanup Wizard and frankly I find it a hindrance not being able to see what is detected prior to remove. The other two 'System Settings' and 'Programs' is locked unless you register. Therefore I can't tell you how good it is Apparently according to Bloat Buster, my computer was 53% and then 63% after using the 'Cleanup Wizard'. Let me guess, it's a ploy to make us buy to see 63% up to 99%/100%?
Summary
It's not a full trial, only the Cleanup Wizard is functioning and I'm not buying to check out the rest.
All I can say is WOW!
rjones75May 11, 2011
Pros
Way faster boot up speed after using this on my computer
Cons
nothing that I can tell
Summary
It lives up to its name! My computer is running MUCH faster after using this.
Gem of a product
funnymal64April 27, 2011
Pros
This worked wonders on my PC. It is finally running fast again, like when I bought it. I experienced a big boost when booting up, and launching firefox.
Cons
Not free, but it's worth it
Summary
A gem of a product, small, efficient, and it does live up to its name!
Helped a ton. Thumbs up for Bloat Buster.
cathyirFebruary 4, 2011
Pros
I have to give this program two thumbs up, I noticed a big difference on my new Asus laptop computer after running it. The free version even cleaned out 30GB+ of junk.
Cons
It costs $20, but it's not unreasonable for what it does
Summary
I like this program. Especially the "system efficiency" rating it gives your computer, since I can get a quick view of how fast my computer is running.
This software saved my old computer
earlyjames02February 4, 2011
Pros
I was blown away by how much faster my old (think 5+ years) computer performed after running this software.
Cons
Does require you to buy a license to get the full benefits of the program.
Summary
Great software for improving the performance of your computers. Lets you run it on up to 3 computers at home.
scam artsts
February 2, 2011
Pros
probably works, but couldn't determine increased computer speed due to issues that developed because of ths program
Cons
I never write reviews, but need to warn others. If ANYTHING gets messed up with your computer by using this program, Bloat buster requires you to purchase a license use the program's restore function. What an absolute rip off.
Summary
Stay away from this company and their products.
Even the free version made a big improvement!
michelle_7728January 4, 2011
Pros
Initial Bloat Buster scan said my computer had 34% efficiency. After running, it said my computer was up to 57% efficiency. Before running Bloat Buster, IE8 used to take 15 seconds to load. Immediately after scan, now takes 2 -7 seconds!!!!
Cons
None that I know of yet.
Summary
Will probably purchase this to see even better results. Will post here if I do, with an update. Updated on Jan 4, 2011Well, I purchased it and reran the program. It now says I'm at 99% efficiency. I haven't noticed any change in loading speed from the free version, though I did notice (in Task Manager) that now, instead of having 72 processes running, I'm down to 56, which is a good thing in my mind! Given my over all experience, I think it was worth the $20, and I wish I would have rated it 5 stars (but I hadn't purchased it then so I was reserving opinion). Will recommend to my friends and relatives. =)
Speed up your computer!
nymike0192August 10, 2010
Pros
This product worked wonders for me. My older computer is alive and well again! I tried it on a friend's recommendation, and I have to say it went above and beyond my expectations.
Cons
The UI is fairly simple, but I think it's designed for the less tech savvy.
Summary
Excellent software. It went above and beyond my expectations.
This one is the best I've seen
aubreybergerAugust 10, 2010
Pros
Really freed up lots of space, and my computer starts up faster by 2-3 minutes! I am very impressed with this product.
Cons
It isn't free, but i think $20 is a bargain.
Summary
This is the best tool I found for cleaning up all the junk on my computer that slows it down. I actually noticed a big difference after running this tool.
Works really well
sylviawaAugust 6, 2010
Pros
I have an older xp computer, and this bloat buster really helped it boot up faster
Cons
nothing that was apparent to me
Summary
Worked very well for my older xp computer.

Developer's Description

By Bravura Software

Speed up, clean, and optimize your slow computer.

Is your PC slow? Does it take forever to start up? Are you wasting valuable time constantly waiting for your PC? Software Bloat has become a major problem on PCs these days, and there hasn't been a good way to fix it, until now. Bloat Buster is the first software of its kind to comprehensively target PC Bloat. It cleans and fixes: Startup Programs, Installed Programs, System Settings, and Junk Files. You'll appreciate Bloat Buster's easy to use interface, customizeable cleanup, and dramatic performance improvements. Also, Bloat Buster features advanced technology that cleans and optimizes all users on your system at once.

Bloat Buster for Windows

Key Details of Bloat Buster

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User Reviews

Not proven and not a full trial

All I can say is WOW!

Gem of a product

Helped a ton. Thumbs up for Bloat Buster.

This software saved my old computer

scam artsts

Even the free version made a big improvement!

Speed up your computer!

This one is the best I've seen

Works really well

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