When you install IObit Software Updater, it includes a recommended VPN program and IObit’s Driver Booster. The ‘Auto Update’ option is also only available for Pro users, so if you want to get the most out of Software Updater, you’ll have to pay out for a full license. Unbelievably, the free version only lets you update two programs a day. There’s also the option to reboot your computer after a program’s updated automatically.
Updating a program with the free version is quite fast, with Software Updater automatically creating a system restore point being the only thing that slows the process down. At first glance, it doesn’t diverge much from other programs such as Ninite and CCleaner, except it’s remarkably fast. The main panel lists all software found on your system, together with the latest version number, currently installed version number, and a button to ‘Update,’ ‘Auto Update,’ or ‘Ignore’ (if it’s outdated). The left-hand side features links to ‘My Software,’ ‘Recommendations’ and ‘Store.’ Its dashboard is an attractive blue that’s easily readable and clearly laid out.
IObit Software Updater runs automatically once you’ve installed it.
