Advanced SystemCare vs PC HelpSoft Driver Updater

Advanced SystemCare is a Windows utility for cleaning junk, improving performance and troubleshooting common PC problems. The free edition supports Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista and XP, and includes PC cleaning, startup optimization and resource optimization. Cleanup tools include a Registry Cleaner, Large File Finder, Disk Cleaner and App/Extension Cleaner. Startup Optimizer can disable or delay programs that launch with Windows, while AI mode identifies junk, logs, caches and leftover files. The product also lists scheduled maintenance, driver updates and restore-point tools. Privacy features can clear browsing history, cookies and saved passwords; security features include real-time, browser and DNS protection. Browser and privacy features cover 200+ programs and browsers. The free version lacks some PRO features, including deep cleaning and premium technical support. PRO plans are billed yearly for different PC counts. The listed 1-PC PRO plan costs $16.77 a year, billed annually; a 7-day trial and 60-day money-back guarantee are listed.

PC HelpSoft Driver Updater finds and installs drivers for Windows PCs and laptops, supporting Windows 10 and 11. Smart Update compares installed drivers with packages for computer components and peripherals, while scans look for missing, corrupt, or outdated drivers. Supported hardware includes printers, scanners, audio devices, cameras, Bluetooth equipment, and keyboards. The product page says its database contains over 1 million continuously updated drivers. Installed drivers can be backed up to a compressed ZIP file for export and later reinstallation. Scans can run weekly or monthly, and restore-point tools can return the system to an earlier point after driver problems. Junk cleanup, a startup manager, and scheduled maintenance are included. The free version scans and finds updates online. The Full version costs $3 a month, billed monthly, with automatic updates and one year of technical support.