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Driver Genius is Windows software from Driver Genius, a maker founded in 2002, for finding, updating and maintaining hardware drivers.
Free planWindows
Best Driver Updaters in 2026
Driver updaters help find device-driver changes and apply them on supported hardware. This chart covers tools that can run across desktop, mobile and web platforms, depending on the product. Compare the supported platform before installing. If you use a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet, check whether the tool has an Android app and what hardware it covers; also review scanning, installation, rollback and…
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Free planAndroidWebExtension
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CCleaner is a freemium cleanup and maintenance product from a company founded in 2004 and headquartered in London.
Free planAndroidiOSmacOS
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DriverFinder
DriverFinder is Windows software that identifies PC hardware and helps update its drivers.
Free planWindows7.8From $29.95 a year - 5
DriverMax
DriverMax scans Windows PCs for devices with newer drivers and shows reports on how driver packages performed on other machines.
Free planWindows7.7From $10.39 a year - 6
DriverPack Solution
DriverPack Solution is free Windows software that installs drivers and helps address computer driver problems.
Free planWindows7.6Free plan - 7
Driver Talent X
Driver Talent X is Windows software for finding and managing hardware drivers.
Free planWindows7.6From $19.95 a year - 8
Driver Booster
Driver Booster is a Windows utility that scans a computer and checks the status of device drivers, then can install or update them automatically.
Windows7.5 - 9
IObit Uninstaller
IObit Uninstaller is a Windows utility for removing programs and cleaning up after uninstallations.
Free planWindows7.4Free plan - 10
DriverHub
DriverHub is Windows software for finding, downloading, installing and updating drivers for PCs and laptops.
Free planWindows7.3Free plan - 11
Snappy Driver Installer Origin
Snappy Driver Installer Origin (SDIO) is a free, open-source portable Windows tool for installing missing device drivers and updating older ones.
Free planWindows7.1Free plan - 12
PC HelpSoft Driver Updater
PC HelpSoft Driver Updater finds and installs drivers for Windows PCs and laptops.
Windows7.1From $3 a month - 13
AVG Driver Updater
AVG Driver Updater scans for outdated, missing, or corrupt drivers and updates them to help improve PC performance.
Windows7.0From $43.99 a year - 14
Outbyte Driver Updater
Outbyte Driver Updater scans a Windows computer to identify installed devices and drivers, then recommends updates from official sources.
Windows7.0From $14.98 a month - 15
NVIDIA ShadowPlay
NVIDIA ShadowPlay is a free Windows companion app for PC gamers and creators.
Free planWindows7.0Free plan - 16
Driver Easy
Driver Easy is a Windows utility for updating device drivers and handling scheduled PC maintenance.
Windows6.9From $29.95 a year - 17
Ashampoo Driver Updater
Windows6.9From $12 a year - 18
Avast Driver Updater
Avast Driver Updater is paid Windows software for scanning, updating, and repairing outdated, corrupt, vulnerable, or missing device drivers.
Windows6.9From $43.99 a year - 19
Driver Reviver
Driver Reviver scans Windows PCs for outdated drivers and updates them using original equipment manufacturer drivers.
Windows6.9From $35.99 a year - 20
AMD Auto-Detect and Install Tool
AMD Auto-Detect and Install Tool checks a Windows PC for compatible AMD Radeon graphics, AMD Ryzen chipsets, and the installed Windows version, then…
Free planWindows6.8Free plan - 21
Intel VTune Profiler
Intel VTune Profiler analyzes application and system performance to help developers locate bottlenecks across AI, HPC, cloud, IoT, media, and storage workloads.
Free planLinuxSelf-hostedWindows6.8Free plan - 22
Advanced Driver Updater
Advanced Driver Updater scans Windows PCs for outdated or faulty drivers and installs compatible updates.
Windows6.7From 180 MYR a year - 23
Auslogics Driver Updater
Auslogics Driver Updater is Windows software for updating and managing device drivers.
Free planWindows6.6Free plan - 24
DriverIdentifier
DriverIdentifier scans Windows systems for missing or outdated drivers, matches hardware IDs with driver options, and guides users through…
Free planWindows6.6Free plan - 25
Ashampoo UnInstaller
Windows6.6From $12 a year
Choosing well
Check platform support
The listed platform options include Windows, Android, iOS, web, macOS and Linux. Confirm that the updater runs on the device you plan to use before you sign up or download it.
For Android phones and tablets, look for an Android app listing and read its stated scope. A desktop version does not by itself confirm Android support.
Compare free and paid access
A free plan is available from products in this category, and a free trial is offered by products on the list. Check what the free tier includes before entering payment details.
Published paid starting prices include $4.95 per month for DriverMax and $19.95 per month for Driver Talent X. Other products use free, freemium or paid pricing models.
Review scanning and installation
Automatic scanning can look for driver changes without a manual search, while automatic installation can apply them for you. Check whether these controls match how much involvement you want.
Hardware scope matters when a computer has varied components or peripherals. Read the product details to see which devices and drivers it covers.
Look for rollback and offline use
Driver rollback can help return to an earlier driver when a change causes trouble. Offline mode can matter when the computer cannot reach the internet during setup or repair.
Check both features in the comparison details rather than assuming an updater includes them.
Check device limits
Device limits can affect a household or work setup with more than one computer or device. Compare the allowed device count with your intended use before choosing a plan.
Questions people ask
Do driver updaters have Android apps?
Android is one of the supported-platform options in this category. Check the individual product listing to confirm an Android app and its hardware scope.
Can I use a driver updater for free?
Products in this category offer free plans, free trials or free pricing models. Check the product’s terms to see which features are included without payment.
What does automatic scanning do?
Automatic scanning checks supported hardware for driver changes. Availability and scope depend on the product.
Why is driver rollback useful?
Rollback can return a device to an earlier driver when a newer installation causes problems. Check whether the updater supports this function.
Can these tools work offline?
Offline mode is a comparison field for this category. Review the individual product details to confirm whether it is supported.