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IObit Uninstaller vs Sifty
Both stand on uninstallers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
The free version covers batch removal and automatic leftover cleanup, while Pro adds automatic removal of leftover files, folders and registry traces. Check the Windows version support and PC limit before choosing a plan.
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Free plan Windows
Pick Sifty if you want a free Windows maintenance tool with developer cleanup, disk inspection, and reversible cleanup actions. The optional AI assistant requires Ollama, and pipx users need Python 3.11 or later; the standalone executable does not require Python.
Visit SiftyThe facts
| IObit Uninstaller | Sifty | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | iobit.com | sifty.tech |
| On uninstallers | #1 of 35 | #19 of 35 |
IObit Uninstaller: what it does well
- Free version supports batch uninstall.
- Automatic leftover cleanup is included in the free tier.
- Forced uninstall creates a system restore point.
- Pro plans include a 60-day money-back guarantee.
- Three-PC plan includes family sharing.
What to know first
- Listed platform support is Windows only.
- Pro plans require annual payment.
- Three-PC plan costs $16.77 per year.
Sifty: what it does well
- Free and open source under the MIT license.
- Finds large files and duplicates with NTFS-aware handling.
- Checks for leftover files after winget app uninstallations.
- Cleanup previews require --apply and confirmation to proceed.
- Removals go to the Recycle Bin and can be undone.
What to know first
- Available for Windows 10 and 11 only.
- pipx installation requires Python 3.11 or later.
- Optional AI assistant requires Ollama.
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