A pretty sound bet is Auslogics… for many utilities.

The Good:

Disk Defrag Pro is another in this series of excellent apps. You can run it four different ways, depending on your specific needs.

• Defragments system files (MFT, pagefile, hiberfil, etc.) so that your operating system will start up faster;
• Offers a choice of 4 disk optimization algorithms that let you tailor the program to your specific needs;
• Not only defrags, but prevents further fragmentation with free space consolidation and intelligent file placement;
• Uses special algorithms for SSD and VSS-enabled drives to prevent disk wear or loss of restore points;
• Offers extended scheduling options that let you set defragmentation and optimization tasks for when it is convenient for you;
• Shows detailed reports and performance charts so that you can see everything the program does and how it influences your PC’s performance.
• Boot defrag (usually overlooked by Windows).
• Setup for Temp file removal and checking disk for errors.
• Limit program resource usage, or lift them for faster action, depending on what you’re doing.

The really interesting feature here is that it offers special algorithms for SSD and VSS-enabled drives to prevent disk wear or loss of restore points.

Another nice feature is the detailed reporting of what the program did and how it will influence your PC’s performance.

You can read more about the software here:  http://tinyurl.com/8vdb5hg  (144 characters).

The Bad:

One thing I found disconcerting: At the end of the installation, you’ll be directed to a page at the Auslogics site. You enter your name and email and all I got was a small pink square (no key).

In the software (when opened) there is a rectangle which states “You have a 30 days of your 30 day trial left)."

I did email their support and described the situation and they promise an email in 2-4 days. Also disconcerting is the statement on the Auslogics page that the license is good for one year. After that year, it’s not clear what happens.

My conclusion: “Caveat emptor”. I’ll stick with my “Smart Defrag 2” for the meantime.

*As always with any GOTD:

1. If you format, you won’t get the software back.

2. No free technical support.

3. No free upgrades to future versions.

4. Strictly personal usage.

5. Unzip the package you've downloaded, and carefully read the instructions which you can find in the readme.txt file. This readme.txt file is included with downloads. Follow the instructions carefully to install and activate the software.

6. Create a "restore Point" before installing any software to your computer. Always choose the "Custom" or "Advanced" option for installation to avoid installing "Tool bars" and home page/search engine switchers.

Link to Download at Giveaway Of The Day: 

http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/auslogics-disk-defrag-pro/