What do you think is the best system optimizer? [2014]

Hello, I was wondering what you guys think is the best system optimizer. Please note that if you do not use system optimizers, there is an option in the poll that says you do not use system optimizers. The poll can be found here: http://freemium.polldaddy.com/s/best-system-optimizer-2014

Feel free to discuss optimizers in this thread!

 

I don't think any of the "optimizers" are worth anything.

Just upgrade CPU and add Ram and DSL speed.

 

I agree with with the staff sergeant on the first part but some of us can't just be upgrading. I like individual tools for a specific purpose better than systemwide utilities. I keep a folder "Tools" with the ones I use ready to do their work. Combined together this probably does better than an optimization suite. If I use a suite I usually uncheck several procrdures and allow it to run the few I think it does well. Of course I'm not dependant on this computer so I can afford the risk.

 

The thing is that these Optimizers don't do anything you can't do - and be safer.

Defrag, empty recycle bin delete temp files.

 

A great program for removing temp files-

http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/tfc/

I would have linked to MG downloads, but I didn't see it.

Also remember to click "custom" and decline any crap it wants to add- like search engines, home page, etc.

The download will still run.

I also do disc cleanup on a regular basis

 

As far as I have seen they are gimmicks many cause issues, like above do your recommended maintenance and you will do fine.

 

@android82 Are you considering an optimizer suite or trying to recommend one?

 

The best tool you have is between your ears. And with a little Google help. :-D

Not a fan of the all in one optimizer type programs. Set it up yourself.

 

I wrote my own powershell script for cleaning temp files.

It is very effective, moreso than apps Ive tried.

 

I'm considering an optimizer suite. I'm asking people what they think is the best one or if they think they are even useful.

 

I think you've gotten your answer - most feel they are useless and even dangerous.

 

And stay well away from anything that advertizes "registry cleaning"!

 

Can you link that script?

 

Sadly, I cannot. Its an internal script at work and sharing it would be bad for my health.


Otherwise I would be happy to.

 

When all else fails...

:-D

 

I apologize for not explaining my thread well enough. I was hoping to do kinda a study using the poll to see what optimizers users prefer or if they think they are just trash. My goal is to get as many responses as possible to the poll to ensure the most accurate answers. I would then use the results to find a good optimizer or just not use them and publish the results to help other people too.

 

I would suspect on this forum that few use a generic all in one optimizer. On the computers I deal with, it is one of the first things uninstalled.

 

It really seems that you are hell-bent in getting someone to tell you what you want to hear : i.e - that Optimizers ar great.

Everyone here has told you the opposite - just do your maintenance and clean the insides periodically and that will be sufficient.

If you do download an Optimizer, you'd better make sure to do image backups ( as with Macrium) or you will surely be asking for help in the BSOD or Malware sections.

Good luck in whatever you choose.

 

I mean that I'm trying to find out what is the best optimizer or if I should just not use them.

 

Don't use them. You need to learn your computer system and do your own tweaks not rely on some 3rd party program.

 

The following are the optimizers that I use.

If using a lot of ram, I tend to shrink the page file to 4072, which saves my SSD a bit.

I then turn off hibernate: powercfg /hibernate off

This frees up the hiberfil.sys file, which can take up the same space as you have ram (in my case, 64 GB).

There are others, but they will prevent you from uninstalling windows updates, in case of bugs, etc. Which I don't want to post in case someone runs them anyway and then have issues later.

 

Some of the best advise you will find here is in this article with a collection of Tools and Tutorials.
How to Make Your Computer Run Like New in 4 Easy Steps

I suggest these tweaks as well.

Reduce the amount of disk space allocate to System Protection (called System Restore in XP)
How to Change Maximum Disk Space Used by System Protection and System Images in Windows 7

Use the Windows Disk Cleanup tool.
Be sure to take advantage of the Windows Update Cleanup.

Open Windows Explorer, right click on the system drive, select Properties and the Disk Cleanup on the General tab.

Add Windows Update Cleanup option to Disk Cleanup tool in Windows 7

If your system drive is a Solid State drive, follow the suggestions from thefool.

• Turn Off Hibernation.
• If you have a 64-bit version of Windows and 6GB or more of RAM, you can reduce the size of the pagefile.
• Disable Automatic Defragmenting !!

 

Just curious. How or what did the poll reflect? I guess it's an open poll? Didn't have to be registered to respond? Results could be all over the map.

 

What?

 

Most of your first post was about a poll? I was curious what has the poll shown?

 

I thought your post couldn't have been any clearer.

Don't know what "what" means.:confused

 

It currently shows that the majority of users think ccleaner is the best free optimizer and users do not think there is any good paid optimizer.

There were already some existing votes because I have asked people in another forum to fill out this survey/poll before. I have done this to get the most accurate and least bias results as some forums hate optimizers and some partially support optimizers.

 

I use ccleaner, and I pay for it, mostly to support it.

 

Please make sure to vote in the poll. When the results are published, it will be a lot easier for users to find their answer since they won't have to go through the posts and count who supports what.

 

Would it be acceptable to bump this thread? I know it's frowned upon but as I said before, it would be great to get a lot of votes to increase accuracy. With more people voting, there is more of a chance to get a more diverse audience that vary from expertise, views on optimizers, personal experience, computer purpose (work, gaming, etc), etc.

 

But my option is not in the poll.......
I reinstall fairly often. In the long run it works better for me.
All my games are on a storage drive and do not have to be installed. Most of my other programs are on the storage drive and install quickly. All my install info is in notes on my iPhone.
Optimizers are not a bad idea, but a fresh install works better for me. A fresh install also makes me check for updates. I consider reinstalling like changing oil in the truck. I really don't care what the contaminants are because it is easier to change than reclaim the oil and I am 100% sure of the result.

 

I believe there is an "Other" option in the poll, you can submit your method there.

 

I think I need that right now for my gaming rig as it's doing my head in completely

 

Hey guys, for the 2015 version, I was thinking of changing how the system works. Rather then categorizing it into the best free and paid optimizer (if any), what if I made sections like the best one for ease of use, effectiveness, etc. What do you guys think?

 

Use CCleaner with the CCEnhancer on most PCs in the house. Defrag on rare occasions, max out RAM on older machines, and read and use some of the suggestions found here and on other sites like tweakhound.com. and speedguide.net. Haven't used an "optimizer" program in quite some time.

 

Ain't that the truth?:-D:-D

 

So I'm guessing that's a no?

 

Auslogics Boost Speed 7.

 

Sorry, I should of been more clear. The "i guess that's no?" is because I didn't understand the other post which I believe was responding to the proposed change. I am perfectly fine with people saying they don't use optimizers I just want more responses because of the reasons I listed previously. I am not trying to side with optimizers, I just want to make sure that the results are as accurate and non bias as possible.

 

Results are out and poll closed, I'd greatly appreciate it if a mod could add the results to the OP.

Best free optimizer
First place: CCleaner 4 Free with 14 votes (61%)
Second place: Glary Utilities 5 Free with 4 votes (17%)
Third place: I don't use a system optimizer with 2 votes (9%)

Best paid optimizer
First place: I don't use a system optimizer with 6 votes (27%)
Second place: TuneUp Utilities 2014 with 5 votes (23%)
Third place: CCleaner 4 Professional with 3 votes (14%)

Full results can be viewed here:
Free: http://s8.postimg.org/8roztyp1h/free_results.png
"Other option" was TuneUp Pro, I'm guessing they put it in the wrong category.

Paid: http://s8.postimg.org/y6niqq345/paid_results.png
"Other option" was self knowledge.

 

Thank you for the information. How do you suggest I get more responses?