DriverFix is a driver update manager for Windows which aims to keep all software drivers on your computer up to date. Your computer's drivers are the software that binds your operating system and hardware together, so it's important to update them when manufacturers release new features or bug fixes. In our DriverFix review, we tested the software on a Windows 10 computer that hadn't seen driver updates for years to see how many outdated drivers it could find. We also discuss DriverFix pricing in terms of price, usability, and support compared to the competition.
Driverfix subscription options:
- 12 month plan - €1.50 per month (total cost €18)
Plans and prices
(Image credit: DriverFix) DriverFix is free to download. Can
use the free version to scan your computer searching for old drivers and even downloading the latest driver files to your computer. But manually installing these driver files is a hassle, forcing you to search for each device individually in the Windows System menu.
DriverFix offers three paid plans and a 60-day money-back guarantee.
DriverFix is based on upgrading to a paid version, which includes the convenience of one-click automatic driver updates. For a computer, it costs €19.95 / year. For three PCs the price is €29.95/year and for 10 PCs it is €39.95/year. As for paid driver update software, it's relatively inexpensive, especially if you have multiple computers.
(Image credit: DriverFix) There is a 60-day money-back guarantee. However, to get a refund, you must prove that you removed the software from your computer and returned the PC to its previous state, which can be very difficult to do. DriverFix found 13 driver updates on our Windows 10 test machine
Features
The main function of DriverFix is to search for old drivers and update them. In our tests, most of the outdated drivers were found on our system, almost matching the results of the best driver update software we tested.
(Image credit: DriverFix) Beyond driver updates, DriverFix also has a driver backup feature. You can use it to make a copy of your drivers if you're worried that a new driver update won't work. DriverFix lists the drivers that need to be updated and the release dates of the new drivers
Interface and in use
To get started with DriverFix, download a small installer from the DriverFix website. If you are using content filtering software in your browser, such as uBlock Origin, it may completely block the DriverFix website because it is "badware". Gives a bad first impression. The website
DriverFix was classified as malware in 2018 due to the results of returned suspicious viruses by the installer. Analysis of the most recent setup file shows that no virus is present, so the original virus results may have been a false positive. DriverFix's interface is modern and simple. When the program starts, it performs a quick scan of your computer's drivers and checks if any updated versions are available. Old or missing drivers are displayed in a list. If you have a paid version of DriverFix, just click Update All and all your drivers will be updated automatically. Leave the free version of DriverFix running for a while and popups will appear in the middle of your screen asking you to update your drivers.
Support
(Image credit: DriverFix) DriverFix support is relatively poor. Click on the FAQ link on the website and you will be directed to a contact form instead. Only two articles can be considered guides: one that explains how to manually install drivers and another that explains how to uninstall DriverFix. Fortunately, the uninstall process is straightforward. DriverFix's main avenue of support is via 24/7 live chat. The DriverFix website also specifies that 24/7 live help is available. available via ticket, live chat and "the phone number above" but no phone number is listed. We were able to speak to customer support via live chat, and each time someone was immediately available, although it took a while to research answers to some of our basic questions.
Competition
DriverFix is one of many driver update software options. In our tests, IObit Driver Booster 8 found more missing drivers than DriverFix, and it's cheaper too. At $22.95/year, you can use it on up to three PCs and it includes additional features to speed up gaming performance. Driver Reviver is another driver management tool that performed better than DriverFix in our tests. Like DriverFix, the free version of Driver Reviver allows you to manually download and install drivers. We've found manually installing Driver Reviver to be easier to use than the DriverFix process, so if you're looking for a free driver update tool, Driver Reviver is a better option.
Final verdict
DriverFix is a relatively simple driver updater. It doesn't offer any utility besides keeping your drivers up to date and backing up your drivers, but some users prefer simple, focused tools like this one. DriverFix's presentation lacks gloss. The website contains factual errors, very little online support is available, and many users will receive a warning that DriverFix.com is a dangerous website. It hardly inspires confidence in a product that asks you to provide your credit card details in order to be charged a recurring fee. Installing the free version also means continuous recurring popups in the middle of your screen, reminding you to buy the software because its drivers are out of date. DriverFix makes more sense the more computers you have. While some of its competitors, like Driver Reviver, charge $29.99/computer/year, DriverFix equates to just $3.99/computer/year if you have 10 computers. That's a huge savings, and if you can see past DriverFix's flaws, it might mean it's the right choice for you.