IObit Driver Booster has a genuinely free edition — not a crippled trial. It scans your whole PC and updates outdated drivers on demand, at no cost. Here is exactly what the free version does, what it does not, and how to install it without picking up any extras you did not ask for.
Is Driver Booster really free?
Yes. IObit offers Driver Booster Free as a permanent, no-cost download. You can scan for outdated drivers as often as you like and update them one at a time. There is no time limit and no nag-wall that blocks the core feature. IObit funds the free edition partly by offering a paid Pro tier and occasionally suggesting its other tools during install.
IObit Driver Booster Free
The genuine free edition, straight from IObit.
What the free version includes
- Full system driver scan — detects every outdated, missing, or faulty driver.
- One-by-one updates — install the newest verified driver for each device.
- Automatic backup — a restore point and driver backup before each update.
- Driver rollback — undo any update if it misbehaves.
- Large verified database — access to millions of WHQL-tested drivers.
What you need Pro for
The paid tier is about convenience and speed rather than unlocking basic function:
- Update all drivers at once instead of clicking each one.
- Faster download speeds with no throttle.
- Automatic background driver updates on a schedule.
- Game-ready driver prioritisation and larger driver database access.
See the full split in our free vs Pro guide.
Watch the installer
During setup, IObit may offer other free products (like Advanced SystemCare). These are optional — choose the custom install and untick anything you do not want. Driver Booster works perfectly on its own.
How to download it safely
- Use the download button here, which sends you to IObit's official page — never a random mirror.
- Run the installer and approve the Windows security prompt.
- Choose the custom/advanced option and untick bundled extras.
- Finish setup, run a scan, and update your drivers.
Avoid "free full Pro" downloads
Sites offering a pre-cracked, "already Pro" free installer are almost always bundling malware. The real free edition from IObit is all you need. If you want Pro features, get a legit license.
FAQ
Does the free version expire?
No. It is free permanently. Only the Pro upgrade is paid.
How is it free — what's the catch?
IObit offers it free to promote its paid Pro tier and other products, which it suggests during install. There is no catch beyond declining the optional extras.
Is IObit safe to install?
Yes, when downloaded from the official source. Its drivers pass WHQL testing and every update is backed up. Just avoid third-party "cracked" versions.
Download the free edition now
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