MSConfig Alternatives

MSConfig is described as 'Or Microsoft System Configuration Utility, is a utility to troubleshoot the Microsoft Windows startup process' and is an app in the network & admin category. There are more than 25 alternatives to MSConfig for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Web-based, Windows Mobile and PortableApps.com apps. The best MSConfig alternative is Autoruns, which is free. Other great apps like MSConfig are Startup Delayer, Autorun Organizer, jv16 PowerTools and Avira System Speedup.

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MSConfig, or Microsoft System Configuration Utility, is a utility to troubleshoot the Microsoft Windows startup process.

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MSConfig alternatives page was last updated Jan 23, 2023
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  1. Autoruns icon
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    Autoruns shows you what programs are configured to run during system bootup or login, and shows you the entries in the order Windows processes them. These programs include ones in your startup folder, Run, RunOnce, and other Registry keys.

    31 Autoruns alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Autostart
    2.  Portable
    3.  Works Offline

    Autoruns VS MSConfig

     
    Comments about Autoruns as an Alternative to MSConfig
    InsaneFromEarth
    Positive Jun 29, 2016
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    Just more comprehensive than msconfig

    MSConfig Icon
    Autoruns icon
    • Autoruns is the most popular Windows alternative to MSConfig.

    • Autoruns is the most popular free alternative to MSConfig.

    • Autoruns is Free and ProprietaryMSConfig is also Free and Proprietary
    • Autoruns is LightweightMSConfig is not according to our users
  2. Startup Delayer icon
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    Startup Delayer gives you the power to optimize your Startup Process by delaying applications from starting up as soon as you log into your computer.

    27 Startup Delayer alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Discontinued

    has not been updated since 2015.

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Portable
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Autostart

    Startup Delayer VS MSConfig

     
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    Free startup manager for Windows. Options include: disabling startup entries, custom startup delay for each startup entry, virus scan for each startup entry, undo options for changes made to startup entries, ...

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Autorun Organizer Features

    1.  Autostart

    Autorun Organizer VS MSConfig

     
  4. jv16 PowerTools icon
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    jv16 PowerTools is the ultimate Windows optimization and tuneup utility suite. The bottom line is that it keeps your computer running smooth, fast and greatly improves its overall stability.

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows

    jv16 PowerTools Features

    1.  Registry repairing
    2.  Registry Tweaks
    3.  Batch Uninstaller

    jv16 PowerTools VS MSConfig

     
    • jv16 PowerTools is the most popular commercial alternative to MSConfig.

    • jv16 PowerTools is Paid and ProprietaryMSConfig is Free and Proprietary
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    Enhance your Windows PC with Avira's tool, eliminating junk files, faulty registry entries, and superfluous data while boosting startup and daily performance with advanced PC cleaning features.

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Avira System Speedup VS MSConfig

     
  6. CleanMyPC icon
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    CleanMyPC is a dozen tools in one for a cleaner and safer PC. It scans your whole system to clean up junk files and speed up your computer. Uninstall apps the right way, remove annoying apps sitting in your Autorun, protect online privacy, and more.

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • UA flagUkraine

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Discontinued

    The company announced that, starting from December 1, 2021, CleanMyPC won’t receive regular updates anymore, only critical ones.

    CleanMyPC VS MSConfig

     
  7. FileCleaner icon
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    FileCleaner Pro is an advanced Windows cleaner and file shredder that will keep your PC fast and secure. With its help you will be able to repair Windows errors, speed up computer performance, and protect your privacy in just a couple of clicks.

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows

    FileCleaner VS MSConfig

     
  8. Starter icon
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    Starter is yet another startup manager for Microsoft Windows (21 languages)

    As a primary purpose, Starter allows one to view and manage all the programs that are starting automatically whenever operating system is loading. It enumerates all the hidden registry entries, startup f.

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Discontinued

    Last version, v5.6.2.9, was released on May 2009, but can be still downloaded from the official website.

    Starter Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Multiple languages
    3.  Autostart

    Starter VS MSConfig

     
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    Disable Startup is a free startup manager and monitoring program, it can scan all Windows Startups on your computer, and monitor all new startup items, helps you control, manage and optimize Windows Startup configuration.

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Disable Startup VS MSConfig

     
  10. WhatInStartup icon
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    This utility displays the list of all applications that are loaded automatically when Windows starts up. For each application, the following information is displayed: Startup Type (Registry/Startup Folder), Command-Line String, Product Name, File Version, Company Name, Location...

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • IL flagIsrael

    Platforms

    • Windows

    WhatInStartup Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Folders

    WhatInStartup VS MSConfig

     
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    Winpooch is a watchdog for Windows (2000, XP, 2003, but only 32-bits). It detects modifications in your system, so as to detect a trojan or a spyware installation. It also includes a real-time anti-virus.

    76 Winpooch Watchdog alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Discontinued

    As of 2008-06-13, this project is no longer under active development. Winpooch can be still downloaded from SourceForge.

    Winpooch Watchdog VS MSConfig

     
    • Winpooch Watchdog is the most popular Open Source alternative to MSConfig.

    • Winpooch Watchdog is Free and Open SourceMSConfig is Free and Proprietary
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    CCleaner Cloud lets you Run day-to-day tasks such as analyzing, cleaning, defragging and installing across multiple machines from your computer, phone or tablet.

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    CCleaner Cloud Features

    1.  Remote Updates
    2.  Remote Task Execution
    3.  Registry repairing
    4.  SEO Reports

    CCleaner Cloud VS MSConfig

     
    • CCleaner Cloud is the most popular Web-based & SaaS alternative to MSConfig.

    • CCleaner Cloud is Paid and ProprietaryMSConfig is Free and Proprietary
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