Driver Booster - Free Download (2026)

Name: Driver Booster
Availability: InStock
Author: IObit

Driver Booster - Driver Updater for Windows

Driver Booster is a driver updater by IObit that scans your computer for outdated drivers and downloads newer versions. The free version handles basic scanning and one driver at a time. The Pro version costs $19.95 per year and adds batch updates, priority download speeds, and automatic backups.

IObit claims a database of over 18 million drivers from 1,200 manufacturers. Windows only.

How it works

Click Scan, and Driver Booster checks every installed driver against its online database. It lists what's outdated, shows the current and available versions, and lets you update individually or all at once (Pro). Before any update, the Pro version creates a system restore point automatically, so you can roll back if a new driver causes problems.

Extra tools

The One Click Repair section (Dashboard > One-Click Repair) bundles about 35 quick fixes for common issues: no sound, broken internet, USB devices not recognized, printer problems. It also includes a Software Updater that checks installed applications for new versions, though most programs handle their own updates already.

Advantages

Large driver database covering most hardware
Automatic backup and restore point before updates
Offline driver installation for network adapters

Drawbacks

Windows Update handles most driver updates on its own since Windows 10
Free version is slow - downloads one driver at a time with speed limits
Third party driver tools can install incompatible versions and cause blue screens
Bundled offers during installation

Who it is for

Driver Booster is aimed at people with hardware that Windows Update doesn't cover well, like older peripherals or niche components. For most modern hardware, Windows Update and manufacturer websites (NVIDIA GeForce Experience, AMD Software) are safer options. Snappy Driver Installer is a free open source alternative without the upselling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Driver Booster safe?

Driver Booster creates a restore point before installing updates, so you can roll back. However, third party driver tools in general carry a risk of installing incompatible versions. Windows Update is the safer option for most hardware.

Is Driver Booster free?

The free version scans for outdated drivers and downloads them one at a time with speed limits. The Pro version costs $19.95 per year and adds batch updates, faster downloads, and automatic backups.

Do I need Driver Booster?

For most modern hardware, Windows Update handles driver updates automatically. Driver Booster is more useful for older peripherals or niche components that Windows does not cover well.

Features & How-To Guide

#	Feature	How to use
1	Driver scanning and update	Run › Scan › Click Download & Install next to a driver or Update Now for all.
2	Safe driver installation	Scans and verifies drivers (WHQL) › Automatic backup before installation › Rollback if problems occur.
3	ARM64 version installation 2	Before disconnecting from the network: scan › Download network drivers › Disconnect › Install offline.
4	Game-optimized drivers	Gaming section › Enable game drivers › Prioritizes NVIDIA/AMD drivers.
5	Program updater 3	Software Updater › Scan › Click Update All or Update next to the selected program.
6	Driver backup 2	Settings › Backup › Check drivers › Create archive. Restore: click Restore.
7	One-click device error repair	Dashboard › One-Click Repair › 35+ common fixes (sound/internet/USB/printer).
8	System restore point	Automatically creates a restore point before updating drivers.