Over the last couple of weeks, PCMech has had a new sponsor: Reimage. We’re happy to be working with Reimage – especially because this software is truly unique and actually does what it says it will do.
Here’s what Reimage will do for you…
The scan (which you can do for free) gives the user an evaluation of the current state of everything on the system, from the Windows OS, down to the nuts and bolts of the RAM memory, even the average speed and temperature. If there is anything wrong with your PC, Reimage will recommend that you use the PC Repair software to fix those problems. The limitations are that it will not repair 3rd party software. However, he maintains that it does fix Windows problems and “restores peak performance”.
Reimage is designed to restore Windows to a point where it is pretty much like it was when it was first installed. Corrupted system files are fixed. Viruses and malware are removed. The registry is spruced up. Those weird, pesky error messages go away. They literally keep a database of over 25 million native system files (all up to date) so as to always be at the ready – ready to scan, optimize and repair your system to “out of the box” performance.
Is Reimage Just Another “Free Scan”?
Valid question. There are a TON of companies out there advertising various “free scans”. While it is expected that you’ll have to pay something to actually fix it, some of these “free scans” aren’t really free. Why? Because some of them damn near hold your system HOSTAGE. They’ll either report problems that aren’t real just to scare you, or the process of actually fixing the thing makes your problems worse.
It can be FRUSTRATING.
Well, we’re happy to report that Reimage is the real deal. In fact, it has been tested and verified by many reputable third parties.
For example, PC World reviewed Reimage back in July 2011. As they said:
It’s rare that a piece of “miracle” software actually lives up to its developers’ claims.
But, then they went on to say that Reimage…
…delivers on its promise.
And…
All in all, Reimage is a fantastic repair utility that can fix some of the ugliest Windows problems out there. It won’t totally replace your local computer technician, but it definitely has the potential to save you money, time, and frustration.
Reimage was also reviewed on TV on Fox 8 in New Orleans. See for yourself…
PCMech is happy to be working with Reimage. It has proven to be a valuable tool to keep your Windows system in tip-top shape.
Get a free scan and see what comes up. It is legit and it isn’t going to screw with your system. And, it is completely up to you on whether you want to fix what comes up. Obviously, the actual repair comes with a price tag, but pay once and you can repeat the process at any time for a full year. Pretty decent deal if you ask me.
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I signed up for Reimage on the basis of your July 2011 review. The result was that my sound card device driver was wiped out. Kudos to Reimage for providing excellent support to reinstall my device driver. Unfortunately this experience leaves me with little confidence to go through it again.
I thought it rather odd that your review made no mention of the cost of signing up with Reimage. Poor execution of a good idea. I don’t expect to see this comment posted
-Sam
When it finds a problem, does it give you enough specific information about the problem so you can try to fix it yourself and not have to pay $70? Or does is just say “You have a problem.” leaving the definition of the problem relatively unspecific?
Nope, this service is not for me.
MyWOT puts the Red No-No barrier in front. But then, there’s no such thing as a free lunch.
That said– the better route to take is the one that requires the extra work and caution. Before installing any Program or Hardware that is Heavy or intensive on Installation– and yes– that especially includes GAMES– Take an Image Snapshot of your Windows Drive.
Yes, that meant, holding off on my actually getting to FINALLY use that incredible program I’ve been waiting for or that Multi-Purpose duplex Scanner/Printer– but if Windows started having registry emphysema or OS heart-attacks, I always had a simple fallback– Just Wipe and Restore.
Then I would go online and ‘Wouldn’t-cha-know-it’ then I would start reading all the Forum topics of how that wonderful program was producing nothing but headaches for everyone.