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Despite the fact that Windows has a built-in disk defragmenter, there are hundreds (if not more) analogue programs (doing it ten times better! 👌).
The fact is that, in my opinion, Microsoft added it to Windows so that it was, and its work is far from ideal (work algorithms are imperfect, there is no detailed schedule and settings, you cannot manually specify specific folders and files, etc.).
That is why, in this article, I want to recommend several third-party utilities for defragmenting the hard drive (by the way, all utilities support Russian in full).
So...
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👉 Supplement!
If you don't know what defragmentation is and how to perform it, I recommend рекоменд reading this help article.
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Best utilities for defragmenting HDD
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IObit Smart Defrag 👍
Website: //ru.iobit.com/iobitsmartdefrag.php
A very powerful disk defragmenter that, thanks to its unique algorithms, is able to maximize the performance of your disk subsystem!
The program not only defragments the files themselves, but also distributes them on the disk in a special way: according to how often they are used. All operations can be configured to perform them automatically (which means you will not be distracted and waste time on optimizing the system every time).
Smart Defrag is the main window of the program: there are options for cleaning the disk, optimizing games, etc.
Advantages:
- unique defragmentation algorithms (according to the assurances of the developers - one of the best in the world);
- you can defragment individual folders or files;
- optimization of games;
- there is an opportunity to work on a schedule;
- high safety at work (if suddenly during defragmentation the electricity goes out - everything will be all right with your data);
- there is an option to defragment the disk before booting the system;
- thoughtful and user-friendly interface;
- the utility is free, and completely in Russian (even the most "distant" menus with high-quality translation).
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Disk SpeedUp
Website: //www.glarysoft.com/
This utility is from the famous Glary Soft PC optimization suite. The utility optimizes disks for their maximum system performance.
Disk SpeedUp can work in automatic mode and on a schedule without distracting the user (by the way, you can set at what CPU load - disable the background defragmenter. There is no such option in most other utilities of this kind).
Disk SpeedUp - main program window
Features:
- automatic mode and work according to a predetermined schedule;
- there are options to turn off the PC after defragmentation is complete;
- setting the load level of the PC (CPU and hard disk) to disable background defragmentation;
- support for all the most popular file systems: FAT16, FAT32, NTFS, NTFS5, NTFS EFS;
- the program has pre-configured templates for work (suitable in most cases);
- regular updates and revision of the program;
- support for all versions of Windows 7/8/10.
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Defraggler
Website: //www.ccleaner.com/
Defraggler is a simple free program for quickly assessing and defragmenting hard drives. The arsenal of the utility has everything you need: assessing the state of the disk, analyzing, defragmenting individual files (it is convenient to optimize folders with games), etc.
By the way, the utility automatically detects the type of media (HDD, SSD), which is very convenient if you have several media connected - you will not need to remember which one is "which" (note: since it is not recommended to defragment SSD drives).
Defraggler - main program window
Features:
- defragmentation of individual files (many similar programs allow you to optimize only the entire disk as a whole);
- there is a portable version that does not need installation (the program can be copied to a USB flash drive / external HDD and used on any PC);
- the utility supports all the most modern versions of Windows (including Windows 10);
- file systems NTFS and FAT32 are supported;
- automatic disc type detection;
- after analysis, the utility shows a list of fragmented files (convenient when you do not want to defragment the entire disk).
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Auslogics Disk Defrag
Website: //www.auslogics.com/
This defragmenter differs from others in its compactness and high speed of work. The program is rightfully considered one of the best in the world - more than 11 million users have recognized this product!
Auslogics Disk Defrag - defragment the system disk
Features:
- it is possible to defragment both individual files / folders and free space;
- allows you to defragment Windows system files (which affects performance in general);
- it is possible to work in the background, as invisible to the user as possible (so your system will always be in optimal condition);
- the program is free for home users;
- supported by all popular OS Windows 7/8/10 (32, 64 bits).
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MyDefrag (old name: JkDefrag)
Website: //www.mydefrag.net/
MyDefrag - utility optimizes disk
Despite the fact that this program was created not by any company, but by a single programmer, it is rightfully considered the leader in its segment.
Judge for yourself: it can work both in simple mode (for ordinary users) and provide complex and detailed settings for advanced users.
MyDefrag supports various scripts, they can be created or edited independently), can work according to a pre-configured schedule, analyze HDD and defragment not only the occupied space, but also the free one.
There are default settings - they are suitable for those users who do not want to deal with all this multifunctionality of the utility. By the way, it works in all versions of Windows (XP / 7/8/10), fully supports the Russian language.
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O&O Defrag
Website: //www.oo-software.com/
A very powerful and feature-rich utility for optimizing hard drives. Can work with many file systems (FAT, FAT32, NTFS, NTFS5), Volume / Stripe Sets, supports background mode, scheduled operation, etc.
O&O Defrag - the main defragmenter window
Features:
- there are 5 defragmentation modes: STEALTH (note: invisible in the background), SPACE (note: free space), COMPLETE / Name, COMPLETE / Date and COMPLETE / Access;
- there is an option to start defragmentation when a certain percentage of fragmentation is reached;
- the ability to defragment system files that affect the performance of your system (swap file, registry, MFT, etc.);
- availability of a schedule;
- pleasant and intuitive interface (even beginners can figure it out with it);
- support for all Windows file systems: FAT, FAT32, NTFS, NTFS5;
- support for Russian and all modern OS Windows 7/8/10.
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Puran defrag
Website: //www.puransoftware.com/
Free India defragmenter. It is distinguished primarily by its high-speed operation (it uses its own unique PIOZR algorithm).
As for defragmentation, Puran Defrag can defragment both the entire disk completely, and individual folders and files (including setting a schedule, with the ability to restrict work during CPU load by extraneous tasks, prioritizing system files).
Puran Defrag - main program window
It will save those users who have little time to maintain the system (or for those who constantly forgets about it). So to say, once you have configured Puran Defrag - and your system will always be responsive and fast. Conveniently!
Features:
- your own unique algorithm (high-speed and high-quality work);
- separate priority for defragmenting system files;
- command line support;
- the ability to shutdown the PC after the completion of the HDD optimization process;
- it is possible to set a schedule for automatic and background defragmentation;
- compression of directories in order to increase the speed of loading the system;
- you can defragment individual folders / files from the explorer context menu;
- support for all popular versions of Windows XP / 7/8/10 (32 and 64 bits).
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That's all for now ...
For additions on the topic - a separate merci!
Good luck!
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First publication: 17.02.2018
Correction: 12.1.2020
