Editorial standards
How we compare PC cleaners.
Evidence first.
Our labels are editorial judgements. Product facts come from current official documentation, and every limitation matters as much as a feature list.
What we assess
Availability, supported Windows versions, storage cleanup, large and duplicate file discovery, startup management, uninstall tools, privacy controls, security scope, pricing, trials, automatic renewal, refunds, advertising and important limitations.
What we do not do
We do not invent benchmarks, user counts, star ratings or dramatic speed gains. Registry cleaning receives no special credit because removing obsolete keys is not a reliable performance strategy.
How rankings work
We favour practical usefulness, clarity, safety, value and restraint. A free built-in tool can outrank a larger paid suite when it is the better first choice for most people. Facts were last checked on 13 July 2026 and are reviewed when vendors materially change their products.
Commercial independence
Affiliate relationships may affect whether we earn money from a click, never the underlying product order. Unapproved links remain ordinary official links.