Ron Schenone

360Amigo System Speedup – Reviewed

Posted by on Jul 10, 2010 | 13 Comments

Updated 07-18-10

Since I tested 360Amigo on 07/10/2010, I had received comments stating that others had found the software useful and that my opinion was not valid. The last of these comments suggested I try the latest version of the software and run the test again. I downloaded 360Amigo version # 1.2.0.3545  and installed it on a system running Windows XP SP3. The software did an excellent job cleaning the registry, finding 843 errors. This time when I re-ran the registry cleaner, the second scan found only 11 errors, which I fixed. The final scan found no registry errors.

I subsequently tried 360 Amigo on 3 other machines running Windows 7 Ultimate and it cleaned the registries perfectly. I therefore recommend 360Amigo and stand corrected.

Thanks to all of those who commented.

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I saw a blurb over at ZDNet for a software called 360Amigo System Speedup which stated:

If you think your PC is slow, help is at hand. 360Amigo System Speedup is a new PC optimization and error repair utility that dramatically improves the performance of your PC. 360Amigo System Speedup includes a System Cleaner, a System Optimizer, and a wide range of System Tools designed exclusively to boost PC performance. Both beginners and experienced users will enjoy the available features and options and the simple application interface. With the click of a button all common computer errors can be fixed. How does it do this? In a nutshell, 360Amigo System Speedup offers a Registry Cleaner to detect and remove all bad entries from the PC, it optimizes Windows for faster start-up times and stops runaway Processes that may take up all of the processors’ cycles. It also includes a Junk Files Cleaner to remove unused files and traces of online activities, such as browser history, cookies, temporary files, logs, invalid links and many more. The best part is that it’s small (less than 3Mb), fast and furious (normally taking less than a minute to scan and fix).

First let me state my prejudices about any of these so called ‘speedup’ programs. I only use programs I trust like Clary Utilities which has a proven track record. I ran Glary Utilities which found 61 errors that I had the system repair. I ran CU again and no errors were detected.

Before trying 360Amigo System Speedup program I created a restore point, just in case something went wrong. I downloaded and installed 360Amigo System Speedup and decided to give the registry cleanup module a try.

Scan #1 stated that the registry of my computer had 1,481 errors. WOW! I am surprised my poor computer even started! LOL So I pressed the clean button and the program stated everything was clean. On the front screen of 360Amigo I now had a green light where before I had a red light.

So I ran another scan. This time I had 844 errors which I once again told the system to clean. Scan #3 came back with 843 errors. This is when I noticed that these additional scans were finding the same errors over and over, which were not being repaired. Scan #4 and #5 again were the same and the errors were not being repaired.

This made me skeptical of the program so I did a system restore.

I can not recommend that you use 360 Amigo System Speedup and would recommend Glary Utilities instead.

Source ZDNet

  • Fitsgerald

    Thanks for your feedback. I gave it a try and works very well on my PC. I think it is a great free application.

    Do you work for Clary Utilities, btw? You seem very eager to promoting them ;)

    • http://wp3.lockergnome.com/nexus/blade/ Ron Schenone

      Fitsgerald
      Nope, no affiliation with Clary Utilities. LOL

  • http://- Marilla

    A bit hostile review in my opinion.

    I have used the 360Amigo program for a little while and have to say I really like it! First time I used it, my PC was soooo stuck I almost was ebaying for a new one. After 360Amigo scan and clean my precious loved one recovered completely!

    I also like 360Amigo’s simple approach, fresh look and cool style. Some pictures would have been nice for your the review too.

  • White

    I have used 360amigo for one month. I think it is one of the best free system clean products I have used. It helps me to clean a lot junk file and registry errors. It really does as it said.

    The Registy and file errors in your system may be locked/used by some apps. you should stop or uninstall these apps before make one completely removing with 360Amigo.

  • Fitsgerald

    @Ron Schenone:
    This is indeed a very hostile review! For the sake of your reputation, update your review!! Try the 360Amigo latest version and you will see that it is completely a lie what you are writing in this review! I agree with White, it is one of the best free system clean products I have used.

    • http://wp3.lockergnome.com/nexus/blade/ Ron Schenone

      I’ll try the latest version on another system and see what happens.

    • http://wp3.lockergnome.com/nexus/blade/ Ron Schenone

      I did download the latest version which worked perfectly on 4 systems I tried it on.
      I have revised my review and have admitted my error. Thanks to all who have commented.

  • Alex S.

    Ron, I think you meant to write “Glary Utilities” rather than “Clary Utilities”, right? Anyway, I tried to ‘google’ for “Clary” and it always brought me to “Glary.” This being said, I’ve been using Glary Utilities for quite a while and agree with you that it is a fine program. I just run across the 360Amigo Utilities and will give it a try. Thanks for the objective review that helped me to make up my mind to try it. Since you’ve been using both Glary and 360Amigo, how do you compare these utilities? Which one of them, in your opinion, ranks better?

    • http://wp3.lockergnome.com/nexus/blade/ Ron Schenone

      Hello Alex S.
      Thank you for the correction. It is Glary.
      IMO I prefer Glary Utilities. However, Amigo360 finds more registry errors than Glary.
      Both perform equally well in all other aspects.
      Regards, Ron

  • paton

    I ran a registry scan using Amigo 360 and it found 2400+ errors. This is after using Glary Utilities and Advance System Care on a regular basis. Was a bit reluctant to do a repair but did the system restore and repair and then rebooted and all seems to work okay. Curious as to why Glary and Advance System Care would miss so many errors that Amigo 360 found.

  • White

    360 Amigo team have done a good job in R&D. they make so many cool idea into one product. I have to say it is great!

  • Oktexs

    I downloaded and used the latest version of Amigo 360 and was concerned about the malware such as dialers and porn sites being put in the trusted program area. I wrote to them about this and got no response.. The program worked really well but was afraid of the malware as it also put them in my trusted sites zone and I had to in turn block them..

    Any comments will be welcome.

  • http://- Kevin

    I have been a user of 360Amigo for some months now, and I have to say I really love it!
    I have tried other cleaners mentioned here, but only with 360Amigo I could really see results. It made my PC significantly faster, now it boots up in a flash, browsing is flawless etc.
    I would highly recommend this great app to everyone – it’s essential maintenance program.