8start Alternatives

8start is described as 'Launcher is a free portable application launcher. This program is a whole new way of launching programs and applications on your system. Starting programs from shortcuts on desktop and start menu is an obsolete and cumbersome process' and is an app in the os & utilities category. There are more than 10 alternatives to 8start for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Web-based, BSD and PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac apps. The best 8start alternative is PortableApps.com, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like 8start are LiberKey, SyMenu, PStart and ASuite.

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  1. Qsel icon

    Qsel

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    Qsel is a "launcher" for frequently used programs, documents and web links.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Qsel screenshot 1
     
  4. Program Picker icon

    Program Picker

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    Fast and easy program launching and task switching, using just two consecutive keys to launch and switch to up to 40 different programs and/or files.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Launcher Mode
     
  6. Prayaya V3 icon

    Prayaya V3

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    Enables creation of a virtual operating environment on USB or hard disk, supporting unmodified standard Windows applications, plus user settings and data, usable on any PC without prior installation, maintaining preferences and portable workspace.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    V3 virtual environment
     

  7. JetStart

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    Tired of digging into crowded Start Menu? JetStart offers you a quick access to categorized Start Menu shortcuts, recently launched programs and system commands.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    JetStart screenshot 1
     
  9. WinInizio PenSuite icon

    WinInizio PenSuite

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    This pendrive suite is an application launcher that runs in the notification area. It uses a Vista-like menu style. The suite is preloaded with multiple free applications and users can choose which type of bundled software package to download.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Menu
     
  10. QRun icon

    QRun

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    QRun a simple, easy and free application launcher.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Example
     
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