Program removal under Windows is often not as thorough as it should be. It happens more often than not that program traces remain on the computer. This can be empty folders, files that the program created after installation or Registry entries. And while that’s usually nothing to worry about, it may have consequences. Among them privacy issues, empty folders that clutter your sight and sometimes even compatibility issues if you try to reinstall a program or install a new version of a program.
Revo Uninstaller is one of the most popular third party programs to clean up leftovers after program uninstallations in Windows. The program runs the default program uninstaller first, before it scans the system for leftovers to make sure that no traces remain on the PC.
The standard version is freeware. Revo Uninstaller Pro has all the features of the standard version plus several more that are especially suitable for tech savvy users and professional work environments.
The application displays a list of all installed programs on start up. The list is immediately available and divided into new programs at the top and all programs below that.
All functionality provided by the free version of the program is available in the pro version. The interface displays all program modules of Revo Uninstaller Free more or less in the same place. New options have been added to the interface. This includes a sidebar menu on the left linking to a set of related tools (which are also available in the free version but there only under Tools), additional options in the main menu bar and tabs to display multiple program modules at the same time.
The program uninstaller works nearly identical to that of the free program version. A few differences exist that are worth mentioning. It is first possible to configure and manage program groups in the pro version. You could move all important programs in a work group, or all Internet applications into the Internet group. This can be used to distinguish important apps from ones that can be removed from the system.
The pro version creates a system restore point and a full Registry backup before running the default program uninstaller and its cleanup module. The cleanup module benefits from advanced scanning algorithms that are not integrated in the free version.
What’s more? A forced uninstall feature is available to get rid of program remnants that are not listed (anymore) in the installed program list. That’s useful for instance if you have deleted a program directory accidentally, or when you want to remove partially installed or uninstalled programs.
Another interesting option that is only offered by the pro version of Revo Uninstaller is the ability to monitor program installations. This basically monitors all changes made to the system during program installation. Programs installed this way are listed under traced programs in Revo Uninstaller Pro. The monitoring makes sure that all traces of a program will be removed from the system during uninstallation.
Additional pro-only features include the ability to export or print the list of installed programs, a customizable user interface, visual themes support, command line program support and full 64-bit compatibility.
The program options display several interesting preferences. Registry keys, folders and files can for instance be excluded from being analyzed and included by the program during cleanup.
Verdict
Revo Uninstaller Pro tops the free version in many regards. Backups, full 64-bit support, real-time monitoring of program installations, and forced uninstallations are all features that extend the free version’s functionality. The developers could work on the reporting and log accessibility though. An option to create uninstallation reports would come in handy in business and professional environments.
In the end it all comes down whether you are satisfied with the functionality that the excellent free version offers, or if you need one or multiple of the features that the pro version adds on top of that.
Both the free version and a 30-day trial version of the professional program version can be downloaded from the developer website. A portable version is offered there as well.
Giveaway
We have 19 Revo Uninstaller Pro licenses to give away today. Please leave a comment in the next 24 hours to take part in the drawing. Winners will be announced on our Facebook and Google Plus pages.
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Tried to win a license for this software in many contests on various sites.. But…… Hope I win one here
Nice, i use the free version of Revo Unnistaller.
As a software tester, I install and uninstall programs all the time, so I like Revo Uninstaller Pro to keep the system clean and stable.
Very good program. I’m using a free version.
Count me to this giveaway.
Revo Uninstaller Pro…awesome. The best uninstaller of them all, bar none
Count me in !
I found it to be the only software capable of removing damaged applications wich had their uninstaller broken.
Great review Martin..
Just as Chris :) I try out A lo of programs to find out what works best for me :)
But, I´m getting pretty tired of all these cold leftovers from uninstalled & deleted programs in wich i find bloating all over my computer…
So this program will come in very handy…
Happy X-mas & so forth from Denmark :)
Using the free version, upgrade to the paid one would definitely be nice!
I have Revo Uninstaller Free. This is a very good program. PRO version allows for full control over the applications that are installed and I could use this version of OS 64-bit.
In my opinion, Revo Uninstaller Pro is the best uninstaller.
Thank You.
REVO Pro is the King of Uninstallers!
Great Tool to get rid of the Unneeded programs!
Thank you very much for Giving a License Away!!!
Hi,
The Free version is already one of my fav tool to uninstall software. With the install monitoring, the pro is a must to have when trialling lots of software. Count me in please.
Thanks for the giveaway.
I had to switch from the free version to IObit Uninstaller for some 64bit love. Would love to get back to Revo though!
This sounds an excellent program please include me in the draw
handy software
Yes, please! I use the free version on every PC I own & work on, and I’d love to have the pro version. Thanks
Thanks for the chance to win a free version!
Revo Uninstaller Pro and Total Uninstall are my favourite uninstallers
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I think very highly of the Revo Group and the freeware they’ve provided. Trying the Pro version would be superb. Thanks Ghacks for the giveaway !!
Well, I´ll definitely like to win one of these! There are some programs that I can´t install sandboxed, and for those I need an excellent uninstaller like Revo´s! Thank you Martin!
This is a program that helped me a great deal in the past. I’d love to run a 64bit version on my system so 64bit programs can be uninstalled with the same ease. So count me in
ive been using the free version for quite a while.. would love to test pro v :)
Besides this review, I have heard this is the best uninstaller. Would love to win a copy.
Looks promising software. Have used few free one of these for uninstalling programs in the past
Throwing my hat into the ring for a license. Thank you.
I use Yourunistaller! pro.
I have once used Revo pro for 30 days (Trial version) and found Revo to be speedier.
Interface is claner and easier to understand.
Yes, please! I use the free version on every PC I own & work on, and I’d love to have the pro version. Thanks
Count me in!!!
as a user of the ‘normal’ version of Revo Uninstaller, I recommend it to all who intend to keep the health of their machines.
Believe that the Pro version is even better :)
Want one of the licenses!!! :)
A better software uninstaller? I’d like to see that! I have used Revo Uninstaller Free for many years and it has performed flawlessly.
Revo’s feature pack leaves the very standard Windows default Add/Remover in its wake. Relying on Default program Uninstalls leaves a lot to be desired,and this is where Revo comes into its own removing safely a very large portion of uninstalled program left overs. Revo’s feature pack is next to none alleviating the need for similar program cleansers.
IMO the very best of its kind. Highly Recommended
I’d like to have this software, as I am now using the built in uninstaller…
Very good program. I’m using a free version.
Count me to this giveaway.
Great review Martin. I´m getting pretty tired of all these cold leftovers from uninstalled & deleted programs in wich i find bloating all over my computer. Count me to this giveaway.
Happy X-mas & so forth from Germany
Awesome! Count me in… I really need this.