Avast Driver Updater

Play crystal clear videos and make crackle-free voice calls. Connect seamlessly with more than 100 major brands! Automatically fix and update over 500,000 drivers for peak PC performance with Avast Driver Updater software.

One-click scan for drivers helps your PC click with printers, scanners, cameras, speakers, keyboards, Wifi routers, and other devices from over 100 major brands. Smooth and trouble-free. Avast Driver Updater 2026 auto-scans and updates your drivers to reduce and prevent problems with:

• Printers and scanners
• Photo and video cameras
• Headphones and speakers
• Mouse and keyboards
• Monitors and Wifi routers
• and other external devices

Nobody likes a blue screen. Avast Driver Updater for PC smart scan detects broken or outdated drivers and fixes them to reduce PC freezes, crashes, and bugs, connectivity problems, mouse and printer issues, and more.

Enjoy better images and graphics. It scans for fresh graphic drivers in real-time to give you smoother gaming, video streaming, and media editing. Wanna play? Tests have shown up to 100% frame rate increases just by upgrading Nvidia graphics drivers.

Have drivers broken or gone missing after an OS update? Lost the installation CD? No problem. The dynamic online driver database scans in real-time, so you get the latest drivers every time.

Features and Highlights

• Automatically scans your whole computer for corrupt, missing, and outdated drivers
• Checks more than 500,000 hardware drivers
• Scans in real-time for the latest updates, every time
• Builds and maintains your unique PC profile for fast access to the drivers you need
• Backs up your drivers to help restore unwanted changes
• Prevents hardware problems with the scaled install process

What’s New

• Automatic driver scanning: Detects outdated, missing, or corrupted drivers and recommends safe updates.
• One-click driver updates: Installs the latest compatible drivers automatically to improve PC stability and performance.
• Large verified driver database: Provides updates from thousands of hardware devices and major manufacturers.
• Driver backup and restore: Creates backups before updating so drivers can be rolled back if problems occur.
• Real-time update monitoring: Continuously checks for new driver updates and notifies users when they become available.
• Safety-checked driver updates: All drivers in the database are tested and scanned to avoid malware or unstable releases.
• Hardware compatibility fixes: Helps resolve issues with devices like graphics cards, printers, scanners, and sound systems.

How to Use

• Launch the Program – Open the software to start scanning for outdated drivers.
• Scan for Drivers – Click the "Scan" button to detect outdated, missing, or faulty drivers.
• Review Results – Check the list of drivers that need updating.
• Update Drivers – Click "Update" to automatically download and install the latest drivers.
• Create Backup – Optionally, back up existing drivers before updating.
• Restart PC – Reboot your computer to apply the changes.
• Schedule Scans – Set up automatic scans to keep drivers up to date.
• Restore Drivers – If issues arise, use the restore feature to revert to previous versions.
• Check Performance – Monitor system performance after updates for any improvements or issues.

FAQs

What is Avast Driver Updater used for?
Avast Driver Updater is a system utility developed by Avast that scans a computer for outdated or missing drivers and installs updated versions to improve hardware compatibility and system stability.

Is Avast Driver Updater free?
No. Avast Driver Updater usually offers a free scan that detects outdated drivers, but installing driver updates requires a paid license.

Can updating drivers improve PC performance?
Yes, in some cases. Updated drivers can improve compatibility with new software, fix hardware bugs, and sometimes enhance performance or stability, especially for graphics cards, network adapters, and audio devices.

Is Avast Driver Updater safe to use?
Yes, when downloaded from the official Avast website. The tool uses a verified driver database and includes safety features such as driver backups and restore options before installing the update.

Alternatives

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DriverMax - DriverMax provides a comprehensive driver update solution, including driver backups and restoration.

Ashampoo Driver Updater - Supports more than 150.000 devices with 400.000 drivers!

Driver Genius - Backup, restore, and update all your drivers easily for your Windows.

Driver Fusion - How to Back Up and Restore Device Drivers in Windows 11/10?

System Requirements

• OS: Windows 11 / Windows 10 / Windows 8.1 / Windows 8 / Windows 7 SP1 (32-bit or 64-bit)
• Processor: Standard PC processor
• Memory: 1 GB RAM
• Storage: 2 GB available disk space
• Internet: Internet connection required for automatic program updates

Notes: Windows 10 Mixed Reality and IoT editions are not supported. Windows 8 RT and Starter editions are not supported.

PROS

• Convenience: It automates the process of updating drivers, saving users the time and effort required to manually search for and install updates.
• Improved Performance: Updated drivers can often lead to better system stability and performance, as they may include bug fixes, optimizations, and compatibility enhancements.
• Security: Outdated drivers can sometimes pose security risks due to vulnerabilities that have been patched in newer versions. It can help mitigate these risks by keeping drivers up to date.
• Backup and Restore: The app typically includes features for backing up existing drivers before updating them, allowing users to revert to previous versions if necessary.
• User-Friendly Interface: Many users find this program easy to use, thanks to its intuitive interface and straightforward operation.

CONS

• Cost: The tool is often a paid software tool, and some users may prefer free alternatives or may not want to spend money on driver updates.
• Limited Functionality: While the software can update many drivers, it may not cover all hardware components or may not offer the same level of customization and control as manual driver updates.
• Compatibility Issues: In rare cases, driver updates installed by Avast Driver Updater may cause compatibility issues with certain hardware or software configurations, leading to system instability or malfunctions.
• Dependency on Internet Connection: It requires an internet connection to download and install driver updates, which may be inconvenient for users with limited or unreliable internet access.

Note: 30-day trial version.