Driver Genius
8.1#1 in driver updatersFree planFree planWindows
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Outbyte Driver Updater
7.0#14 in driver updatersFrom $14.98 a monthWindows
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| Fact | Driver Genius | Outbyte Driver Updater |
|---|---|---|
| Backup and restore | The software can back up existing drivers, restore them after system failure and create standalone driver installers. | It can back up current drivers before updates or automatically back up drivers being updated, then restore backed-up drivers. |
| Device limit | 3 | 1 |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| 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. | Outbyte says installed software collects anonymized device, operating system, app-version, and interaction information for service functionality and user experience. |
| Purpose | Driver Genius scans a computer for outdated or missing drivers and provides driver updates for hardware such as sound, graphics, network and mainboard devices. | The software scans a computer to identify installed devices and drivers, then recommends driver updates from official sources. |
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
Outbyte Driver Updater plans
- Full version$29.95 a month
- Outbyte Driver Updater Full Version$14.98 a month
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 Outbyte Driver Updater if…
It suits Windows users who want driver diagnostics, selectable updates, scheduled scans, and driver backup or restoration. It is intended for one device and supports Windows 10 and 11.