System Mechanic Ultimate Defense

Its kinda ok, but meh..

Comments: It looked as if something was going on and probably did a good job. I like to have more options and more control of this type of software. Not bad just not for me..

Pros:

Colors were nice...Free trial is quite long which is nice.

Cons:

I really felt like I had no control of the oftware. It would have been nice to have something for disks and network/wifi.

A comprehensive software that keeps my computers running

Comments: See my comments in the box "Pros"

Pros:

Contains all basic security SW tools, and computer maintenance tools, which are very intuitive and easy to use. If I said that the SW keeps my computer in top shape all the time it wouldn't be true, but it maintains the health of my computer in a pretty good shape for a long time. After a while, I notice some issues, which I cannot solve by myself using System Mechanics. At this point, I am calling Iolo Premium Support, and after, on average 30 - 40 min session with US Tech Support, my computer starts working as a newborn. I can recommend this service to anybody. Money well spent. Although technicians usually are not from the United States almost all of them are speaking very good English. I have no problem to undrstand them. I love it.

Cons:

I wrote that I had no complaints, but you thought it was too short, so OK - I wish the software was capable to maintain the perfect health of my computer without the involvement of a technician, but even without such an advanced feature I think that what I have is a great service.

Don't be tricked by IOLO!

Pros:

Easy to use and seems to do a good job, but watch out for extra fees!

Cons:

They offered a special and I extended my System Mechanic for a year. They immediately offered me another special, then another. So I took 4 special offers to extend my software for 4 years. However, each time I extended, they secretly signed me up for a $19.95 monthly fee. So I'm billed 4 X $19.95 / month for something I didn't want! I called and got the monthly fees stopped (I think), but I still have several months of payments that they took on my credit card, not reimbursed.

Good service

Comments: Virus and malware and cleanup.

Pros:

Works well in back ground. Doesn't take too much resources.

Cons:

Had problems in installing, but solved by support team.

Useful Tools

Pros:

What I like about this software is the many useful tools available to clean up a drive of viruses, optimizing the hard drive, boosting speed, repair registry, password safety, and cleaning up system clutter to name a few. You can easily access the tools both automated and individual. iolo Labs keeps the definitions updated and relevant to the end users needs. I know I like it and have been a subscriber since 2009.

Cons:

The password management tool ByePass has always been a mystery for me. I have tried to use it but I don't have the experience to use it. If that makes sense. It baffles me. Therefore I don't even try to use it even though I'm sure it is good because it is part of System Mechanic. They always put out quality software.

Lots to expect before purchasing

Comments: Unfortunately, I am a returning user. I have used it in the past with decent results. The last time was early in 2021 when I had some issues with my performance and had to remove it. The performance seemed to get better when it was removed, although initially, it was a noticeable improvement for about 6 months. The program said it removed a lot of bad stuff but couldn't be verified.I just tried to purchase and consider again late 2022 until the chat came into play and had to speak with the rep before activating. They say they are helping even when I refused. After 20 minutes of a hard sell to purchase 3 years in advance before I even loaded the program, I was completely turned off and requested an immediate refund, then removed the unactivated program from my PC. Per my receipt, it appears the owner is CleanPC which does sell under another label.

Pros:

I liked the fact that it did a number of things and made cleaning the PC rather straightforward and easy. There was no need to search Windows for similar performance and cleaning operations as it was all there in a single package of software.

Cons:

Their policy regarding upgrades and service. For one, this is a subscription that automatically renews for the full price unless you are lucky enough to remember to call and cancel before the renewal date. There are different pieces of support that will also come into play for an extra fee of $19.95 per month after the first 30 days. This is automatic as well unless you cancel in advance.

Indispensable software

Comments: I have been able to save time when my computer started running slow and was lagging. I am also confident that System Mechanic supplements my antivrus program through its malware add on and privacy guardian.

Pros:

I like the fact that this program helps to claw back memory and speed when your system is stretched. Fr many years I was able to keep the same computer when the OS and software kept changing and putting great demands on my hardware. System Mechanic would just get to work and sort out all these difficulties that I could not see and give new life to my old computer.

Cons:

The only thing I can thing of is a facility to encrypt the hard drive by either supporting bitlocker in the Pro version of WIndows 10 or allowing similar encryption with Windows 10 Home.

Best system maintainer, best described as : System Mechanic

Comments: Am using System Mechanic since 1998, and it keeps on evolving, I've used a lot of other options, but I found that I can trust only system mechanic.

Pros:

- Easy to use - Goes through all MS Windows sophisticated Junks, broken links, registry issues, memory issues, network issues, and solves it with a single click. - Not heavy on the system - Obeying application and doesn't keep bothering you while working with pop ups and other stuff - As devices and systems differs, some PCs would face issues after using System Mechanic, however the program has a recovery option to return things as it was before using the system.

Cons:

- none. - none. - none. - none. - none. -none.

Iolo System Mechanic

Comments: have been a user for many years and am very satisfied

Pros:

Easy of use. Effective. Lots of features.

Cons:

I actually cannot think of anything negative about the software

Experiencing the advanced technology of System Mechanic

Comments: Utility tools is superb ,but i dont know what happen why i cant on the real time protection and demand boost

Pros:

Advanced Technology and Utility tools with protection

Cons:

I encounter problem with my Loptop when i installed the product , i cant enable the real time protection and on demand boost , please help me

System Mechanic Ultimate Defender

Comments: Any time I've had an issue (only a couple of times) I call service and they take care of the issue. It's a great value and it can be applied to other household devices also.

Pros:

It works in the background anytime I turn on my computer

Cons:

I'm not extremely computer savvy and I wanted a simple effective method for protecting my computer and making it perform to its max capacity and SMUD does that

Review of System Mechanics

Comments: Keep computer safe, away from viruses, malware

Pros:

Easy to use, operate, download, relatively inexpensive, can download the software in multiple computers I saw the improvements in System Mechanics over the years, continue to improve

Cons:

Scan takes more time compared to other common antivirus program

It works

Pros:

system mechanic helps to pinpoint system issues

Cons:

Pop up ads are annoying and appear too often

Outstanding Support

Comments: Very happy

Pros:

Once you reach the right technical support level, they will be able to resolve issues.

Cons:

Took a couple of calls to reach the right person.

Home PC Security

Comments: Basically good over many years.

Pros:

Easy to use. Good value for money. System GUI is good.

Cons:

Updating S/W has been ok till now when it refused to update v21.3 to 21.5. I had to call Iolo Support with the technician dialling it remotely to uninstall old and reinstall the new s/w. Now works ok,

Happy user since 1985!

Comments: Call in Speed & Security

Pros:

A great program to speed up & protect my computer. Great at fixing attempted FRAUDS against me!

Cons:

I preferred my original service in 1985. New owners are still great!

For Home Office use

Pros:

It provides antivirus protection, along with tune-up tools & several other security tools

Cons:

It seems to have fewer of the tools that i used to use in earlier versions, although it is possible that i just have not found all of them, yet.

Really Feel like techs care

Comments: When I encountered the issues that I was unable to repair (not able to access the site I wanted and my computer freezing after a half-hour of use or so) I contacted the System Mechanic help service. I connected with a very delightful young woman who was very able and willing to help. While the freezing issue wasn't resolved on the 1st contact, I immediately called back and reported it and set up another appointment for the next day. All told, the tech spent over 3 hours working on solving the problem and was very patient with this old, not computer knowledgeable old man. Considering the very nominal cost for the System Mechanic product, this one repair has way more than paid for itself... would recommend it to anyone.

Pros:

It's a very simple process to keep your device running smoothly and fast. A simple download and then pretty much a series of clicks

Cons:

After I downloaded the software, I was not able to access a site that I use every day... kept getting an error message to try again later, that the site was unavailable. It was not an issue I could fix myself.

Review

Pros:

It seems to work. Analyzes system fairly quickly. Does regular updates.

Cons:

It keeps prompting me to extend subsciption even after it is newly installed. It is annoying that I had to complete this review just to uninstall the product.

great product

Pros:

Only software I trust fixing the Registry. Been using it over 10 years!

Cons:

I would have like a few more features right on the start icon. Yes its simpler now, but you have to open up everything to get to choice tasks.

Review

Comments: it is not working right

Pros:

it keeps PC healthy and is easy to use i have nothing more to say

Cons:

that I have to answer this survey and write a review to uninstall and reinstall it after crashesasy to use

Good Software

Pros:

Reasonably priced, seemed to work ok for a while then didn't seem to do very well after that.

Cons:

Never really met my expectations on fixing anything.

The software helps protect my computers for total security and keeps my computers running at maximum

Comments: .

Pros:

System Mechanic is easy to download, offers excellent USA tech support, plus it is very easy to use daily.

Cons:

I had no issues using with existing apps or software programs.

good software

Comments: Software is great to use.

Pros:

software easy to use, updates timely and easy to download.

Cons:

having to delete so it can be put on a new laptop.

Retired

Comments: Home security and maintenance.

Pros:

Easy to use. Does what I need to insure safety

Cons:

Nothing To add at this time that I could think of.