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Best PC Optimisers in 2026
PC optimisers are software tools for maintaining and tuning a computer. This list includes products that run on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux or the web. Before choosing, confirm the platform you need and check whether an Android app is available if you want to work from a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet. Compare licence terms, free plans, trials and source access.
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Process Lasso
Process Lasso is Windows software for automating process controls and helping maintain system responsiveness.
Free planWindows8.2From $14.97 a year - 5

Kudu
Kudu is a system maintenance suite with a free, open-source desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux, plus a cloud dashboard for managing device fleets.
Free planWebAPILinuxmacOS8.2From $5 a month - 6

PC Matic
PC Matic provides antivirus and endpoint security for home and business users on Windows, macOS, Android and iOS.
AndroidiOSWebAPI8.2From $30 a year - 7
Driver Genius
Driver Genius is Windows software from Driver Genius, a maker founded in 2002, for finding, updating and maintaining hardware drivers.
Free planWindows8.1Free plan - 8
Advanced SystemCare
Advanced SystemCare is a Windows utility for cleaning junk, optimizing performance, and troubleshooting common PC problems.
Free planWindows8.0Free plan - 9
Glary Utilities
Glary Utilities is a Windows utility for cleaning and maintaining PCs, with more than 20 included tools.
Free planWindows8.0From $39.95 a year - 10

Avast Cleanup Premium
Avast Cleanup Premium is a paid cleanup and maintenance utility for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS.
AndroidiOSmacOSWindows8.0From $29.88 a year - 11

BleachBit
BleachBit is a free cleanup utility for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Free planOpen sourceLinuxmacOSWindows8.0Free plan - 12
Argente Uninstall Manager
Argente Uninstall Manager is a Windows utility for managing installed applications and removing ones you no longer use.
Free planWindows7.9From €9 a year - 13

Avira Phantom VPN Free
Free planAndroidiOSExtensionmacOS7.9Free plan - 14

Avira System Speedup
Avira System Speedup provides cleanup and optimization tools, with features varying between the free and Pro versions.
Free planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows7.8Free plan - 15
IObit Uninstaller
IObit Uninstaller is a Windows utility for removing programs and cleaning up after uninstallations.
Free planWindows7.8Free plan - 16

DriverFinder
DriverFinder is Windows software that identifies PC hardware and helps update its drivers.
Free planWindows7.7From $29.95 a year - 17

Auslogics BoostSpeed
Free planWindows7.6Free plan - 18

System Ninja
Free planWindows7.6From $14.95 a year - 19
DriverMax
DriverMax scans Windows PCs for devices with newer drivers and shows reports on how driver packages performed on other machines.
Free planWindows7.6From $10.39 a year - 20
Argente Utilities
Argente Utilities is a Windows PC cleaning and optimization tool for Windows 10 and 11.
Free planWindows7.5From €9 a year - 21

DriverPack Solution
DriverPack Solution is free Windows software that installs drivers and helps address computer driver problems.
Free planWindows7.4Free plan - 22
WhaleClean
WhaleClean is a Windows PC optimizer for removing junk, managing startup programs, scanning threats and driver issues, and scheduling maintenance.
Free planWindows7.4From $4.99 a month - 23

Norton Utilities Ultimate
Norton Utilities Ultimate is a paid cleanup and optimization service for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS.
AndroidiOSmacOSWindows7.4From $59.99 a year - 24

Driver Talent X
Driver Talent X is Windows software for finding and managing hardware drivers.
Free planWindows7.4From $19.95 a year - 25
Clean Master
Free planWindows7.3Free plan
Choosing well
Check platform support
PC optimisers in this category can be available for Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux or the web. Match the software's listed platforms to the computer or phone you plan to use.
If Android matters, verify the app listing before choosing. Android availability does not indicate Xiaomi- or HyperOS-specific support.
Compare free and paid plans
A free plan can provide a way to start without payment. Freemium software may also have paid options, so read the pricing note before relying on a feature.
A free price does not describe the same licence terms as a freemium plan. Check what the maker publishes for the version you want.
Review the licence and source
Open-source code is available from products in this category. If you need to read, change or redistribute code, check the tool's licence and repository details.
Use a trial when offered
A free trial can let you assess a product before paying. Check the trial conditions and supported platform on the maker's site so the trial fits your setup.
Questions people ask
Do PC optimisers work on Android?
Android is one of the platforms represented in this category. Check the individual product listing to confirm an Android app before installing it on a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device.
Can I find a free PC optimiser?
Yes. Products in this category offer free plans, and a free pricing model is also listed for certain tools. Check the maker's current terms.
Are PC optimisers open source?
Open-source code is available from products in this category. Review the licence and repository details for the tool you are considering.
Which platforms are covered?
The listed platform set includes Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux and the web. Confirm support for your specific device before choosing.
Can I try a PC optimiser before paying?
A free trial is offered by products in this category. Read the maker's trial conditions and platform requirements before starting.


