JV16 Powertools or Tuneup Utilities 2007?

[besafe]

I have long been a fan of JV 16 powertools. I used the free version for quite some time, long after it had gone for pay. I then purchased JV16 Powertools and really like the program.

However, someone recently sugested Tuneup Utilities 2007. I am running the trial of that product now. So far I am impressed.

Anyone use both of these products?

[screamer]

I use both JV-16 2006 & Tune-Up 2007. They compliment each other beautifully. Especially the reg cleans. For instance w/ JV-16 I use the safe registry clean, which omits ActiveX & Comm, w/ Tune-Up I let ActiveX & Comm run. Tune-Up is not as aggressive as JV-16 in Advanced mode. Every now & then I run JV-16 in Advanced mode and delete / repair very carefully, always making sure I B/U prior to changes.

As you know, both apps are way more than reg cleaners but it seems that this is their main strength.

I ALWAYS re-boot after running either app for reg cleaning. This way if something goes awry I know which app caused it and can restore the B/U.

I'd hold on to Tune-Up if I were you. Play w/ it, learn it and enjoy!

...screamer

[twl845]

JV has it all. If you have it you don't need to look further.:)

[Perman]

Hi, folks: I have had similiar experiences with what you have faced now: running an impressive utilities app, then a friend suggested something else, and I tested it and liked it. Then I was at a cross road, keeping both or select one of them? My experience told me this: while trying the new one, just refrain from using the original one, then make your own conclusion at the end of trial. Keeping similiar utilities,IMO, just wasting your $$$, you could have used it to purchase another good app. Good luck. BTW, I am using Tuneup 2007, since 2004 version.

[zapjb]

Tween the 2. TU2007 wins here.

[Bio-Hazard]

Hello!

I am JV16 Powertools all the way. I did try Tuneup Utilities 2007, but i went back to JV16 Powertools just because it feels much more nicer and safer!

[Legendkiller]

i use tune-up its pretty good.........i mainly use the registry-cleaner in it...

[The Hammer]

I know this is about jv16 and TU 2007. But I was wondering if for a novice Regsupreme would be the best of the Macecraft products?

[twl845]

-{ Quote: "I know this is about jv16 and TU 2007. But I was wondering if for a novice Regsupreme would be the best of the Macecraft products?" }-

I use RegSupreme Pro and for about $17 it does all you'll need and more. I keep my system free of crap and can back up each time I delete files.:)

[screamer]

The Macecraft software heirachy is based on $ = available options

Regsupreme 1.4 = $
Regsupreme Pro 1.4 = $$
J-V 16 PT = $$$

Has nothing to do w/ safety. With any registry cleaner you need to be extremely careful about what you allow it to fix / change. And always BackUp any changes, just it case... There is no such animal as a Safe Registry Cleaner.

...screamer

[Long View]

JV16.

Seeing this post has made me question why I still have TU 2007 running. Not being able to come up with a good answer I'm going to remove TU 2007 and
just use JV16.

EDIT - change of heart - will use both - JV16 for cleaning and TU2007 for other things like checking disks reg defrag... etc

[ErikAlbert]

JV116 Powertools is even recommended by Fred Langa
-{ Quote: "
jv16 Powertools 2006 1.5.2.326 RC4 + patch An amazing set of tools to help you fix, repair, optimize and tune up your computer easier than ever! Does your computer seem to get slower day by day? Are you experiencing any computer problems such as crashes? jv16 PowerTools 2005 is the solution, try it now for free! The product is considered as "the best" by many, including Fred Langa. With jv16 PowerTools 2005, you can diagnose, monitor and tune up your computer, and it's easier than you would ever believe. The program offers a range of advanced tools that provide a safe yet powerful way of getting ?under the hood? of your computer. jv16 PowerTools 2005 is the first Windows maintenance utility package to take advantage of Artificial Intelligence. AI is used in many sections of the product, such as in the Registry Cleaner, File Finder and File Analyzer. Key features Clean the system registry using the first AI (Artificial Intelligence) powered Registry Cleaner on the market Generic MRU history data cleaner in the Registry Cleaner can flush the privacy-threatening MRU lists of hundreds of applications Clean the History and MRU lists of many common Windows applications with the History Cleaner List and remove even the most hidden registry traces of installed software with the Software Manager Finally get rid of system modifications created by old software using the Registry Manager Fix broken shortcut from the start menu and desktop with the Start Menu Fixer Manage and take control of Cookies and web browser history items with the Cookie Manager and History Manager Privacy Protector can clear all unwanted Cookies and History items at every system startup. Find obsolete and not-used files, such as unused shared DLL and OCX files, unused fonts and leftover temp files with the File Cleaner Analyze the contents of unknown files with the File Analyzer Encrypt, merge, analyze, copy, mass rename or wipe files with the File Tool Monitor what goes on inside the registry, undo the changes easily or remove the changed items with the Registry Monitor The multilingual user interface allows you to use the program in all major languages or to translate it into your own language very easily Automatic backup and safety features which can also be turned off Comes with a full, 60-page electronic ready-to-print handbook (click here to read it online) And much more! www.yahaa.org
" }-

<Snipped> ~ Link to warez software removed. Please refer to our TOS (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/TOS-Privacy.html) - Menorcaman ~

[pvsurfer]

-{ Quote: "JV116 Powertools is even recommended by Fred Langa

<Snipped>" }-
Erik, that link is warezware which is a big 'no-no'! The last freeware version of jv16PT is on this webpage: http://www.321download.com/LastFreeware/index.html

~ Link to warez software removed from quote - Menorcaman ~

[InfinityAz]

I've paid for and run both TU and JV16. Both are very good and detect somewhat different items. If I had to pick only one for registry clean up, it would be JV16 (but fortunately I don't have to make that choice and can continue to use the other options both programs offer).

[The Hammer]

-{ Quote: "I've paid for and run both TU and JV16. Both are very good and detect somewhat different items. If I had to pick only one for registry clean up, it would be JV16 (but fortunately I don't have to make that choice and can continue to use the other options both programs offer)." }-In the poll people were allowed to vote more than one product. It would have been interesting if voters were restricted to one vote.

[acr1965]

-{ Quote: "JV16.

...and TU2007 for other things like ...reg defrag... etc" }-

Your statement made me curious because I had not remembered a defrag with System Tuneup. So after checking on the Acelogix site I noticed that their registry defrag and compactor is available free to those who bought Ace Utilities. I figured I would not be eligible since I went with the System Tuneup version but, to my surprise, it just downloaded and runs great.

[pvsurfer]

Both jv16PT and TU2007 have a registry compactor/defragger (same thing actually).

[PoetWarrior]

This is a tough one. I've used TU 2006 for three or four years. Recently discovered JV16 Powertools RC 3 and have decided to go with it. I also tested TU 2007 with every intention of buying it, but I'm impressed with JV16's ability to get the leftover pieces of uninstalled software. Recently used it on my mother's computer who also uses TU 2006 and JV16 found pieces of software from four years ago. I think there's even more potential with JV16's latest RC3. Both are great products, but to my surprise, I switched. :blink:

[Perman]

Hi, folks: An app finding more registry leftovers does not mean possessing a better capability than others. Normally some registry cleaners are more aggressive than others in finding more errors. Realiability, safety, exclusion list and undo are the foremost important factors in selecting an appropriate one. IMO, in order to completely remove reg residues we still need a registry editor type app to search and delete them manually. Do a thorough test w/ whatever your choice is and remember undo any deletion the moment you find something acting weird.

[PoetWarrior]

-{ Quote: "Hi, folks: An app finding more registry leftovers does not mean possessing a better capability than others. " }-


I kind of like it when JV16 2007 RC3 finds Zone Alarm registry entries, a program I deleted four years ago, and removes them along with a host of older programs no longer used. JV16 consistently finds the trash better than most. ;D

[pvsurfer]

-{ Quote: "I kind of like it when JV16 2007 RC3 finds Zone Alarm registry entries, a program I deleted four years ago, and removes them along with a host of older programs no longer used. JV16 consistently finds the trash better than most. ;D" }-
That's probably correct because it's so aggressive. In the past, it has deleted some necessary entries on my system, so my advice is to always use its backup option before allowing it to 'fix' your registry!

[LoneWolf]

TU 2007 here. Working fine so far.

[The Hammer]

-{ Quote: "That's probably correct because it's so aggressive. In the past, it has deleted some necessary entries on my system, so my advice is to always use its backup option before allowing it to 'fix' your registry!" }-You can change the aggressive setting to something else such as normal can't you? Also are these programs even necessary if your using something like Total Uninstall?

[Perman]

-{ Quote: "You can change the aggressive setting to something else such as normal can't you? Also are these programs even necessary if your using something like Total Uninstall?" }-
Hi, folks: A bit of OT. Using Total Uninstaller may not be able to replace any registry cleaner, IMO. TU is very effective in removing any changes between prior and after installation. If you install programs such as A,B, and C in sequence. Then if you decide to remove Program A, you need to uninstall C,then B, finally A. After uninstalltion of A, you need to reinstall B,C. again. A lengthy and painful process. If the list goes miles long, then deleting the very first one will take you months to accomplish that. Again, IMO, none of the registry cleaners available in market today can actually remove ALL registry debris completely. I may be wrong saying this, but to the best of my knowledge, it seems to be the case.

[PoetWarrior]

-{ Quote: "That's probably correct because it's so aggressive. In the past, it has deleted some necessary entries on my system, so my advice is to always use its backup option before allowing it to 'fix' your registry!" }-


I appreciate your caution and that's why I use FDISR with Vista Home Premium. I wouldn't dare be so adventurous with my registry if I didn't use a backup strategy. Thanks. :)

[Long View]

-{ Quote: "That's probably correct because it's so aggressive. In the past, it has deleted some necessary entries on my system, so my advice is to always use its backup option before allowing it to 'fix' your registry!" }-

3 or 4 years ago I found JV16 to be "too" powerful - removing entries that were required. with the 2005 version things changed. Now I use 2006 without problem and have just tried JV16 2006 RC3 and the few extras that it removed did not cause any immediate issues. Using any program like this though is best do if you use something like Acronis, or FD-ISR

[pvsurfer]

-{ Quote: "....and have just tried JV16 2006 RC3 and the few extras that it removed did not cause any immediate issues. Using any program like this though is best do if you use something like Acronis, or FD-ISR" }-
Exactly... At present I'm using jv16PT v1.5.2.350 and I consider it to be one of the better utilities in my 'Windows toolbox'. But I'd have strong rservation about using a Beta or RC on a 'production' system! :-\

[eniqmah]

I find TU07 much easier and safer to use. I've messed things up and was ok after restoring. Much better than registry mechanic. I feel bad to have paid for that piece of junk.

[twl845]

-{ Quote: "I find TU07 much easier and safer to use. I've messed things up and was ok after restoring. Much better than registry mechanic. I feel bad to have paid for that piece of junk." }-

Enigmah, Just a warning if you had Registry Mechanic within a year. Unless you checked off an obscure box that said something like do not use auto renewal when you bought it, you will get an e-mail notifying you that "your license has been renewed for another year for $29.95. You have 48 hours to cancel". This happened to me about a month ago, and I had to navigate the entire web site links before I found a place in Support to send them a firm e-mail telling them to cancel the renewal. About a day later they sent me the cancelation and credited my Visa card a few days later. >:(

[ErikAlbert]

I'm trialing Tuneup Utilities 2007 and I'm a long time user of "Total Uninstall" (TU) also.
I couldn't find a good registry cleaner, not even TU2007, that meets my wishes, so I did all my uninstalls with "Total Uninstall" and because I had no registry cleaner, I couldn't verify if TU was doing a good job or not.

Today I ran the registry cleaner of TU2007 and I still found traces of softwares I had in the past : all older versions of Firefox, Prevx1, NOD32 and I'm sure when I look deeper, I will find more.

This is for me the absolute proof that TU isn't doing its job very well and that you still need a registry cleaner to clean the leftovers of TU. :)

[Perman]

Hi, folks: TuneUp's registry editor will help you to find more and more leftover. Just do search for any app which you think may have had some residues left behind. IMO, none of any Uninstaller available these days are capable of doing the job completely. Take care.

[TVH]

Revo uninstall is very good for getting rid of leftovers. Try it out, i prefer it to Total Uninstall (in my opinion its really just a piece of junk).

Ive used TuneUp Utilities since 2004 and have been very happy with it. Its a superb tool.

[Perman]

Hi, folks: Yes, Revo Uninstaller is very good too. I have been using it since it was introduced by member here some time ago, and it is FREE. Those who are still searching an reliable uninstaller, Revo is th e ONE. It could be added to your profile with TuneUp.

[screamer]

Yesterday I needed to un-install FD-ISR to install a fix. I used TU2007 for the removal. Just now I ran TU2007 reg cleaner and found no remnants of the "old" FD-ISR.

The question is: Did TU 2007 effectively remove FD-ISR or did its reg cleaner just miss the left-overs?

From my experience w/ this app, I lean toward the first suggestion.

Again: my preference is to couple TU2007 w/ JV16PT

...screamer

[ErikAlbert]

-{ Quote: "Revo uninstall is very good for getting rid of leftovers. Try it out, i prefer it to Total Uninstall (in my opinion its really just a piece of junk).

Ive used TuneUp Utilities since 2004 and have been very happy with it. Its a superb tool." }-
Too late, I already re-installed my computer with TU. I can't change that anymore.
Revo is just another uninstaller adventure with no guarantees.

TuneUp Utilities has poor selection options for IGNORING registries, one-by-one and that's it. Not good enough.

[Perman]

Hi, folks: You refer TU2007 as TuneUp Utilities 2007 ? If yes, may I suggest to use its Registry Editor manually searching leftover by FD-isr, you may find more, despite the work done by TU2007's registry cleaner.

[ErikAlbert]

-{ Quote: "Hi, folks: You refer TU2007 as TuneUp Utilities 2007 ? If yes, may I suggest to use its Registry Editor manually searching leftover by FD-isr, you may find more, despite the work done by TU2007's registry cleaner." }-
Search with what ?

[Perman]

-{ Quote: "Search with what ?" }-
Hi, use your TuneUp Utilities 2007 trial version. Open its window>administer&control>TuneUp RegistryEditor>Search> type in Firefox or Prevx1 or NOD32, results will be shown any traces left behind by these apps, if any, then you can delete one by one after carefully inspect them.

[Jean Marc]

-{ Quote: "Too late, I already re-installed my computer with TU. I can't change that anymore.
Revo is just another uninstaller adventure with no guarantees.

TuneUp Utilities has poor selection options for IGNORING registries, one-by-one and that's it. Not good enough." }-

Hi,

I do not agree : Revo DOES a wonderful job.

It first starts the uninstall routine provided with the application BUT thanks to a sophisticated algorithm, Revo scans before and after you uninstall an application in order to remove any remnants (registry entries, folders, files, shortcuts).

Moreover, compared to Total Uninstall or other apps using snapshots techniques (Ashampoo Uninstaller, Advanced Uninstaller Pro and so on), this procedure is safer.

Revo Uninstaller + Tuneup Utilities 2007 : imho, that's a reliable and powerful solution. A MUST HAVE ! :thumb:

Cheers

[Huupi]

Why so paranoid about the smallest traces left,IMHO they never affect the smooth functioning. To beware off are orphaned drivers left from bad uninstalls,they can if removed ruthles, crash your system on a reboot.Some time ago i deleted a leftover driver from perfect disk,and my system was totally broken to the point i not even managed to recover with my Shadow Protect images.Had to reinstall everything from scratch.So be carefull to do that,first look for any registry entries related to that driver,delete them and reboot,then you can delete that pesky driver.

[sweater]

TuneUp Utilities 2007 coz it got almost everything in it, good looking and oh man....its made in Germany. ;) 8) From bootskin to system tweaks and etc...etc...you just find it for yourself and be amazed. :thumb:

But you must be careful when using its Registry cleaner tools, coz it might possibly find something in your pc that don't really needed to be cleaned but it still needed and when you re-boot some problems may occur. So check it out first before you delete what the registry cleaner finds. :-\ ;D