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Compare Ashampoo WinOptimizer and File Shredder 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (65.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Ashampoo WinOptimizer
Star Rating
(18)3.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Ashampoo WinOptimizerFile Shredder
Star Rating
(20)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (65.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about File ShredderSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Reviews say that File Shredder excels in its core functionality of securely deleting files, with users highlighting the "Secure Shred" feature as a standout for ensuring data cannot be recovered.
- Users report that Ashampoo WinOptimizer offers a more comprehensive suite of tools, including system optimization and cleaning features, with the "Registry Cleaner" being particularly praised for improving system performance.
- Reviewers mention that File Shredder has a user-friendly interface, making it easy for small businesses to navigate, while Ashampoo WinOptimizer, although effective, has a steeper learning curve due to its extensive features.
- G2 users indicate that the support for File Shredder is satisfactory, with an 8.3 rating, while Ashampoo WinOptimizer lacks in this area, receiving lower feedback on customer service responsiveness.
- Users on G2 appreciate that File Shredder is lightweight and does not consume significant system resources, whereas Ashampoo WinOptimizer, while feature-rich, can sometimes slow down older systems during scans.
- Reviewers mention that while both products cater to small businesses, File Shredder's focused approach on file security makes it a better choice for those prioritizing data protection, compared to Ashampoo WinOptimizer's broader optimization capabilities.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Ashampoo WinOptimizer
No pricing availableFile Shredder
No pricing availableFree Trial
Ashampoo WinOptimizer
No trial information availableFile Shredder
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.3
9
Not enough data
Ease of Use
8.7
9
10.0
6
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
Not enough data
Quality of Support
Not enough data
8.3
5
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
4.2
8
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Ashampoo WinOptimizer and File Shredder are categorized as Data Destruction
Unique Categories
Ashampoo WinOptimizer has no unique categories
File Shredder has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Ashampoo WinOptimizer
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
File Shredder
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
22.2%
Writing and Editing
5.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.6%
Marketing and Advertising
5.6%
Internet
5.6%
Other
55.6%
Computer & Network Security
15.0%
Accounting
10.0%
Wholesale
5.0%
Research
5.0%
Real Estate
5.0%
Other
60.0%
Alternatives
Discussions
Ashampoo WinOptimizer has no discussions with answers
File Shredder has no discussions with answers
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