Choose TuneUP if you…
- want to block ads in every browser and app
- want to turn off Copilot, Recall and telemetry with one switch
- prefer a lifetime license over a subscription
- want an app that works in 28 languages
TuneUP vs CCleaner
Both clean your Windows PC. The differences are in the extras: TuneUP adds Windows 11 privacy switches and a system-wide ad-blocker, while CCleaner offers a driver updater and support for more platforms. Here is how they compare side by side.
Feature comparison
| Feature | TuneUP | CCleaner |
|---|---|---|
| Free version | Yes (free) | Yes (free) |
| One-click junk cleanup | Yes (free) | Yes (free) |
| Browser cleanup | Yes (free) | Yes (free) |
| Startup manager | Yes (free) | Yes (free) |
| Uninstaller | Free with a limit, unlimited in Pro | Yes (free) |
| Duplicate file finder | Paid plan | Yes (free) |
| Software updater | Free with a limit, unlimited in Pro | Paid plan |
| Driver updater | No | Paid plan |
| System-wide ad-blocker | Free with a limit, unlimited in Pro | Not listed on its product pages |
| Turn off Copilot and Recall | Paid plan | Not listed on its product pages |
| Windows telemetry blocker | Yes (free) | Not listed on its product pages |
| Windows 11 classic right-click menu | Yes (free) | Not listed on its product pages |
| License options | Monthly, yearly or lifetime | Subscription |
| Platforms | Windows, iPhone | Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone |
Which one is right for you?
Choose CCleaner if you…
- need a driver updater
- want the same app on Mac or Android devices too
Frequently asked questions
Can TuneUP replace CCleaner?
For the core jobs such as cleanup, startup management, uninstalling and software updates, yes. TuneUP has no driver updater, so keep that in mind if you need one.
Can I use both at the same time?
You can, but two cleaners don't need to do the same job. Picking one and using it regularly is usually enough.
Is TuneUP free?
Yes. Cleanup, the startup manager and most optimizations are free. Pro removes every limit and unlocks advanced cleanup and extra switches such as turning off Copilot.
CCleaner details are based on CCleaner's public product pages as of November 2026 and may have changed; check ccleaner.com for current information. CCleaner is a trademark of its owner. TuneUP is not affiliated with CCleaner.