Best Uninstall software

Saeed

Searched the board but couldn't find an answer. I am currently using Ashampoo uninstaller. This logs the installation and then when it comes time to uninstall it uninstalls the application using the log, removing registry entries etc. The software I am using is quite old, I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations on up to date good software that performs the same function ie logs the application installing and then removes it completely.

cheers.

DatabaseError

I use ccleaner
..but it doesn't log the installation

thomas01155

This is a good uninstaller http://www.revouninstaller.com/ but it works differently.

totalsolutions

Take a look at this as well, http://www.pcdecrapifier.com/

asininity

MyUninstaller is good too and nice and simple ands can be used from a usb stick as its portable.

aliEnRIK

I use ccleaner for general uninstalling. And revo for removing stubborn ones (Though I wouldnt recommend revo for uninstalling firewalls or av software)

Wayne3765

Your Uninstaller works well for me.

Saeed

wayne, looked on the website, but it didn't really explain how it works, does it log the installation like ashampoo which makes a record of the system state before installation of the application like system restore so it reverses all changes upon uninstall.

Wayne3765

Copied a bit of info from the help files ~

How does it work?

Perhaps you are wondering how Your Uninstaller! completely removes applications so quickly. As you know, there are many installers in the world, such as Install Shield, Wise Installer, Microsoft Installer and many others. Most applications are built using these installers. Each installer has a unique install database format, which makes it difficult to find all the changes programs' make to your computer. That's why other uninstallers can only uninstall part of an application - leaving some files and registry keys. To solve this problem, Your Uninstaller! uses it's unique technique: SmartUninstall™ . SmartUninstall™ has a database containing information about all installers on the market, so when it uninstalls a program, it automatically detects which installer the application used, then it simply uninstalls the application properly. That's the reason Your Uninstaller! can detect and completely remove all the programs and icons on your computer.

Sounds complex? It's not! All the steps used by Your Uninstaller! are done with simple clicks. You won't even notice the analysis process.



Completely Uninstall

Your Uninstaller! completely takes the place of Windows Add/Remove program, while offering you many more features. Your Uninstaller can list "hidden" programs that you can't view using the Windows Add/Remove program. The standard Add/Remove program often can't uninstall applications completely - leaving broken registry keys and unused files on the hard disk. Your Uninstaller! scans deeply into your computer and remove every trace of the program. Big registries and large numbers of unnecessary files make systems slow. Your Uninstaller! clears broken keys and files in seconds using SmartUninstall™ !

Easy to use

Your Uninstaller! automatically detects broken registry keys from you Add/Remove list, and clears them entirely with your permission. Your Uninstaller! can also detect unused files left by previous uninstalls - it will prompt you before it completely the deletes these files. Even a single drag-drop performs an uninstall process! All Your Uninstaller! processes come with step-by-step instructions and can be performed with a few simple clicks or drag-drops.

Meepster

Format c: /x has always worked for me, it uninstalls EVERYTHING perfectly lol

(And, yes, it was meant as a joke, so please don't do it)

Quasar

I'm intrigued. Why not use the add/remove program in control panel? I'm sure you all have good reasons to use other software - can someone tell me please?