Ashampoo WinOptimizer

Editor's Review

Windows system utilities can be roughly divided into two camps: those that promise performance and fail to deliver, and those that more than deliver on their promises. Ashampoo WinOptimizer 6 definitely falls into the latter - this ultra-comprehensive optimization, security, and system performance application is one of the best on the market.

Windows XP and Vista are both easily plagued by poor performance, especially when loaded with extra software and unwanted internet installations. WinOptimizer 6 makes it easy for users to strategically optimize their PC, all without the risk of checking the wrong boxes or editing the wrong files.

With built-in options for cleaning the Windows registry - one of the most important pillars for PC performance - WinOptimizer 6 removes the risk for users when it comes to PC optimization. By backing up the entire registry, users can easily experiment with different performance options, all without fear of affecting PC stability or negatively affecting performance.

With single-click optimization options, users can tune their PC without even delving into performance settings and features. However, more advanced users will want to fine-tune features individually, which is where WinOptimizer's 21 powerful tools come in particularly useful.

From modifying startup security to eliminating unwanted programs, WinOptimizer 6 includes tools for fine-tuning every aspect of your PC's performance and security. While many optimizations can be performed using Windows' standard control panel interface, WinOptimizer groups them together and simplifies the process significantly.

With a wide range of optimization products on the market, it can be hard to pick the right one for your Windows installation. For XP, Vista, and even Windows 7 users, it's difficult to look past WinOptimizer 6 for sheer versatility, size, and power. Computer performance shouldn't be left to poor software, and few competitors can best Ashampoo WinOptimizer 6 when it comes to ability.

Ashampoo WinOptimizer: What We Liked

Over 20 tools for improving PC performance. Users can modify everything from startup security to registry data, auto-launched programs to Windows themes.

Support for Windows 7 makes WinOptimizer 6 perfect for users with recently-upgraded PCs.

Single-click optimization saves time, stress, and boosts performance without requiring immediate technical work.

Ashampoo WinOptimizer: What We Didn't Like

Advanced users can easily perform many performance tweaks using Windows' own control interface, making WinOptimizer less useful for power users and tech-savvy Windows users.

Ashampoo Support

Ashampoo have an online support database available for WinOptimizer 6 users, including guides for software installation, licensing issues, and email support forms. Phone support is not offered for technical issues, however customers can reach phone support for billing and order queries.

About Ashampoo

Founded in 2003, Ashampoo GmbH are developers and publishers of PC optimization software, multimedia applications, and even office productivity suites. Offering a huge range of different titles and applications, Ashampoo's software can be found in corporate offices, creative workspaces, and in hundreds of thousands of homes worldwide.