Avast Driver Updater 2026, 1 Device, 1 Year

Avast Driver Updater is a one-year licence for one device, supplied as an activation code by email. It is designed to scan for outdated, corrupt, vulnerable or missing drivers and can back up and restore previous drivers. The listing states Windows compatibility and minimum system requirements, so check your PC edition before buying.

At a glance

Scans for outdated, corrupt, vulnerable or missing drivers and identifies possible updates.
The description says previous drivers can be backed up and restored if an updated driver causes an issue.
The listing claims potential fixes for driver-related network and printer issues, alongside graphics and audio updates.

Price

£9.55Save 76%

Reference price: ~~£39.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

One licence covers one device for a clearly stated one-year term.
A backup and restore option is described for reverting to previous drivers if an update causes problems.
The listed Windows compatibility includes older versions as well as Windows 10 and 11, subject to edition exclusions.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Licence
Brand	Avast
Devices	1 Device
Term	1 Year
Delivery	Activation Code by email

System requirements
Supported Windows versions	PC with Windows 11, 10 (32-bit, 64-bit, excluding Mixed Reality and IoT editions), 8.1, 8 (32-bit and 64-bit, excluding RT and Starter editions), 7 (32-bit and 64-bit) with Service Pack 1 (SP 1) or later
Minimum RAM	1 GB RAM
Minimum storage	2 GB of hard disk space
Internet requirement	All devices require an internet connection for automatic program updates.

What to know before buying

The listing describes this as the 2026 edition but gives minimum requirements that include Windows 7 and 8. The product description separately calls Windows 10 and 11 compatible. Confirm the current version's compatibility and the selected edition before purchase. Driver updates can affect system behaviour, so the stated backup and restore option may be useful.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Windows PC users seeking help identifying outdated or missing drivers on one device.
Buyers who want a driver updater with a stated option to back up and restore previous drivers.

Less suited to

People needing a licence for multiple devices or longer than one year.
Users whose operating system or Windows edition is outside the listed compatibility.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

3.2 / 5 · 22 ratings

5 stars29%29%
4 stars22%22%
3 stars16%16%
2 stars6%6%
1 star27%27%

Aggregate customer ratings are mixed, with a substantial share at both the high and low ends and fewer ratings in the middle. That spread suggests experiences may vary, but ratings alone do not explain why. For a driver utility, check that the listed Windows version fits your PC and consider whether the stated backup and restore option suits your update approach.

Frequently asked questions

How many devices and how long does this licence cover?

The title specifies one device for one year.

How is the product delivered?

The listing describes an activation code delivered by email.

Which Windows versions are listed?

The description lists Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 with stated edition exclusions and, for Windows 7, Service Pack 1 or later. It also separately calls Windows 10 and 11 compatible, so confirm the current edition's requirements before buying.

Can previous drivers be restored?

The product description says it can back up and restore previous drivers if there is an issue with an updated driver.