BootRacer
BootRacer: A focused Windows utility for measuring boot slowdowns and managing startup behavior. Ranked #4 of 30 in Startup Manager Software by our editors (8.8/10); pricing: Free plan; best for boot-time measurement and optimization.
At a glance
- Editor score8.8 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forBoot-time measurement and optimization
- Free planYes
- Paid from$99.95/device/yr
- Startup delayYes
- Founded1998 · Sheridan, Wyoming, USA
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Tracks boot history and identifies performance degradation
- Reports startup-program timing and supports delays or reordering
- Includes Windows service inspection and optimization tools
Where it doesn't
- Supports Windows only
- Premium features require a paid license
- Free plan is limited to non-commercial use
Our verdict on BootRacer
BootRacer is a Windows utility for measuring boot and logon times, tracking changes in startup performance, and identifying programs that slow startup. It is suited to Windows users who want more visibility into boot behavior than a simple startup-item list provides, including people managing personal PCs and organizations that need business or enterprise licensing for centralized boot-performance reporting. The published category specifications cover Windows 7 to 11.
Its strongest area is boot-time analysis. BootRacer keeps a history of boot performance and highlights degradation over time, while reports show how long startup programs take to execute. Users can disable or reorder startup programs, delay selected items, and view a startup countdown and ready-to-go screen. The product also includes tools for inspecting and optimizing Windows services, giving it a broader system-startup focus than a utility limited to application entries. Startup protection features include blocking malware, adware and spyware at startup.
The free plan is available for non-commercial use. Premium 1 PC is listed at $39.95 as a one-time purchase with annual billing, a lifetime license, and one year of free program upgrades. Premium 2 PC is $59.95 with a lifetime license plus free new versions, updates and bonus packs. Premium Family License is $99.95 for use on all PCs in a household, while the Premium Roaming One-year License is $99.95 and provides a roaming license. BootRacer fits buyers who value detailed Windows boot measurement, startup delays and service control. It is less suitable for users seeking a multi-platform tool or a purely free commercial option.
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BootRacer fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $99.95/device/yr |
| Startup delay | Yes |
| Service control | Yes |
| Startup inspection | Yes |
| Windows support | Windows 7 to 11 |
| Portable edition | Not verified |
| Startup item limit | Not verified |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Support | Phone, Tickets |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | greatis.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to BootRacer
- AutorunsA free, detailed Windows tool for auditing and controlling startup activity.9.4
- Autorun OrganizerA broad, free Windows utility for controlling startup entries, delays, services, and scheduled tasks.9.2
- HiBit Startup ManagerA free Windows utility combining startup control, monitoring, delays, and system management.9.0
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