Driver Genius
8.1#1 in driver updatersFree planFree planWindows
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DriverIdentifier
6.6#24 in driver updatersFree planFree planWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Driver Genius | DriverIdentifier |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy | The privacy statement says cookies, browser logs and purchase or support information may be collected and processed in the United States and other countries. | The privacy policy says website visitors may browse without providing personal information and that information supplied by users will not be used for marketing without permission. |
| Purpose | Driver Genius scans a computer for outdated or missing drivers and provides driver updates for hardware such as sound, graphics, network and mainboard devices. | DriverIdentifier scans a Windows system for missing or outdated drivers and matches hardware IDs with driver options. |
Driver Genius plans
- Free EditionFree
- Pro Edition—
- Platinum Edition—
- Driver Genius Free EditionFree
- Driver Genius Pro Edition$26.95 a year
- Driver Genius Platinum Edition$32.95 a year
DriverIdentifier plans
- DriverIdentifierFree
Pick Driver Genius if…
Driver Genius suits Windows users who want automated driver updates, backups and recovery tools in one application. It also fits people who need offline driver installation, hardware monitoring or additional system-maintenance utilities.
Pick DriverIdentifier if…
DriverIdentifier suits Windows users looking for driver options, including those who need to scan a disconnected computer. Users who prefer to select updates individually can choose which drivers to download.