| Pros | Cons | | :--- | :--- | | Free version available (with ads) | Interface looks dated (Windows XP era) | | Faster than Windows default tool | Full version requires purchase ($24.95) | | Defrag individual files | No longer updated as frequently as competitors | | Portable version available | |
Defraggler Full Review: Is This the Ultimate Free Defrag Tool for Your PC? defraggler full
Over time, even the fastest computer can start to feel sluggish. Files get split into hundreds of fragments across your hard drive, forcing the read/write head to work overtime. While Windows has a built-in defragmentation tool, power users have long turned to Defraggler from the makers of CCleaner. But what does the "Full" version offer, and is it worth your time? | Pros | Cons | | :--- |
Do not run a full defrag on a Solid State Drive (SSD). Defraggler will usually detect an SSD and disable defrag (enabling "Trim" instead), but double-check your settings. Defragging an SSD wears it out for no speed benefit. While Windows has a built-in defragmentation tool, power