IObit Uninstaller vs Microsoft Security Essentials

IObit Uninstaller

Description: IObit Uninstaller is a free uninstallation tool that helps completely uninstall unwanted programs and browser plugins/extensions to free up disk space. It scans for leftover files and registry entries left by uninstalled programs for a cleaner PC.

Type: software

Microsoft Security Essentials

Description: Microsoft Security Essentials is a free anti-virus program developed by Microsoft. It provides real-time protection against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software for Windows-based PCs.

Type: software

IObit Uninstaller Features

• Uninstalls programs, including stubborn ones that cannot be removed through the standard Windows uninstall
• Removes browser extensions, plugins and toolbars
• Scans for and deletes leftover files and registry entries after program uninstalls
• Monitors program installations in real-time to allow easy uninstall later
• Ability to uninstall programs in batch
• Forced uninstall for removing damaged programs
• Startup manager to disable unwanted startup programs
• Uninstalls Windows apps and Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps
• Removes malicious and ad-based browser extensions
• Shreds files to prevent recovery after deletion

Microsoft Security Essentials Features

• Real-time protection against viruses, spyware, and other malware
• Scheduled scanning for threats
• Automatic updates to help keep definitions current
• Lightweight impact on system resources
• Integration with Windows Action Center for security alerts
• Free for personal use on Windows PCs