Best free software uninstallers in 2021 | TechRadar
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1. IObit Uninstaller Free 1. IObit Uninstaller Free Best free uninstaller for WindowsReasons to buy+Clear interface+Deep scanner removes junk+File shredder gets right down to business, scanning your system for installed software the moment it starts. Its smart, clear interface displays a list of all your installed software, with extra tabs if you're only interested in the newest programs (if you've tried something new and don't like it), and the biggest ones (which will have the greatest impact on system performance). If you've already uninstalled a program but suspect it's left mucky footprints across your drive, IObit's deep scanner can hunt down junk including broken shortcuts and caches created when installing software updates.IObit Uninstaller also takes a look at your web browsers to identify any plugins that could be uninstalled to speed up your surfing. It currently supports Firefox and Internet Explorer, but not Chrome or Edge. Each extension is accompanied by a user rating to help you decide whether to keep it.There's a file shredder thrown in too, which doesn't really fit with the premise of an uninstaller, but all the other tools are relevant and useful.All in all, IObit is the best uninstaller you can download, and its thorough scanning makes it the equal of many premium programs.If you want to find out more, read our full .(Image credit: WiseCleaner)2. Wise Program Uninstaller 2. Wise Program UninstallerLight and fast software uninstallerReasons to buy+Portable app+Quick and lean+Safe and forced options is a portable app, so you don't have to worry about it leaving mess of its own.It's a very quick and lean little uninstaller that scans your system for already installed programs and displays ratings to show you how other users feel about them. You probably know what you want to erase, but it's a thoughtful touch.Your choices for each program are Safe and Forced uninstall (some also have a Repair option, but only if it's part of the software in the first place).Safe uninstall is simply a way to access the program's own uninstaller, whereas Forced performs a deep scan to track down scrap files and broken registry entries. It shows you everything it's identified before deleting them, but this doesn't serve much purpose; you're unlikely to be able to pick out an individual Registry entry and say "Hang on, I need that!"The main downside of its small size is that it can't log new programs as you install them, but as a program uninstaller it's well designed and not bulked out with unnecessary system tools.For more information, read our full .(Image credit: Revo)3. Revo Uninstaller Free 3. Revo Uninstaller FreeAn effective software uninstaller with optimization toolsReasons to buy+Multiple install options+Registry scanning+Creates System Restore pointReasons to avoid-Unnecessary optimization tools's icon-strewn interface is colorful but cluttered, and includes tools like a startup program manager, plus links to Windows' own system tools (including defrag and on-screen keyboard). These really aren't necessary, and just distract from an otherwise solid free uninstaller.Revo Uninstaller Free offers four uninstall options: built-in, safe (built-in with additional registry scanning), moderate (with extra scanning of common locations for leftover files) and advanced (moderate mode, followed by a thorough scanning of your whole system). There's also a strange 'Hunter Mode', which lets you uninstall programs by dragging their icons onto a crosshair on your desktop. It's much more work than selecting the program from a list - a metaphor gone rogue.Unlike some uninstallers, Revo begins by creating a system restore point, which is reassuring. It can't log new installations, though - if you want that, you might like to give Revo's Pro version a whirl for 30 days. It's worlds away from the free edition's late-90s styling, and will give your drives a good scrubbing.Check out our full .(Image credit: Innovative Solutions)4. Advanced Uninstaller Pro 4. Advanced Uninstaller ProFree uninstaller software with extra toolkitsReasons to buy+Multi-featured tool+Deep scanning+Additional toolkits is a multi-featured tool that, at its heart, is simply a free software uninstaller. However, on top of that are more advanced toolkits, which we'll get to in a moment.As uninstaller software, it works as expected among the best of them, performing a deep scan, removing temporary files, deleting leftover folders, and taking care of your PC's registry as well.Another feature is the ability to back up and restore individual programs, so if a file or folder is deleted, corruption, or encrypted by ransomware, you can still repair the program quickly and easily.On top of all this, Advanced Uninstaller PRO also comes with a paid-for upgrade option called Daily Health Check, which runs each day and makes recommendations on optimizing your PC, much like other PC optimizers also offer.In addition, it also offers virus detection and monitoring of browser extensions, to ensure improved security as well.See our full .(Image credit: Geek Uninstaller)5. Geek Uninstaller 5. Geek UninstallerPortable software uninstaller appReasons to buy+Portable app+Speedy system scan+Google identify optionReasons to avoid-No deep scan is another free portable uninstaller. Although a 'Pro' version is advertised on developer's site, this is actually a completely different program called Uninstall Tool - Geek Uninstaller is completely free,It performs a speedy system scan and provides the usual options: regular or forced uninstall. If you don't recognize something, Geek Uninstaller will Google it for you - a simple but welcome addition that saves you loading up a browser.That's pretty much it - there's no deep scan for remnants of previously uninstalled programs, and no monitoring for new installations, but if you're simply after something to clean up as you go, uninstallers don't come smaller and simpler than Geek Uninstaller. It comes in over 30 languages too, which is undoubtedly a bonus.To find out more, read our full .Also, if you need to backup online, check out our featured . Managing Editor, TechRadar Pro
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