Docky Alternatives

Docky is described as 'Full fledged dock application that makes opening common applications and managing windows easier and quicker. Docky is fully integrated into the GNOME Desktop and features a no non-sense approach to configuration and usage. It just works' and is a very popular application launcher in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Docky for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, GNOME and Xfce apps. The best Docky alternative is RocketDock, which is free. Other great apps like Docky are Cairo-Dock, Plank, ObjectDock and Winstep Nexus.

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Docky is a full fledged dock application that makes opening common applications and managing windows easier and quicker. Docky is fully integrated into the GNOME Desktop and features a no non-sense approach to configuration...

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Docky alternatives page was last updated Feb 4, 2024
  1. True Launch Bar icon
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    True Launch Bar is a Superior replacement for the standard Quick Launch bar. All functions presented in Quick Launch are also in True Launch Bar. However, the True Launch Bar is fully compatible with Quick Launch because it uses the same folder for shortcuts.

    44 True Launch Bar alternatives
    True Launch Bar screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    True Launch Bar Features

    1.  Launcher
    True Launch Bar iconDocky Icon

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  2. XLaunchpad icon
     34 likes

    XLaunchpad gives you instant access to all your shortcuts. Arrange apps in XLaunchpad any way you like by dragging icons to different locations or by grouping apps in folders. Simply drag one icon over another to create a folder.

    54 XLaunchpad alternatives
    XLaunchpad screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    XLaunchpad Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Launcher
    XLaunchpad iconDocky Icon

    XLaunchpad VS Docky

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  3. Avant Window Navigator  icon
     63 likes

    Avant Window Navigator (AWN/Awn) is a dock-like navigation bar for the linux desktop that positions itself at the bottom of the screen. It can be used to keep track of open windows and behaves like a normal window list.

    65 Avant Window Navigator alternatives
    Avant Window Navigator  screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free PersonalOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Avant Window Navigator Features

    1.  Window docking
    2.  Launcher
    3.  Dock
    Discontinued

    Doesn't seem to be activaly maintained anymore. Last update was in 2017.

    Avant Window Navigator  iconDocky Icon

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    Comments about Avant Window Navigator as an Alternative to Docky
     
    cocofifix

    No longer developed. Last change is 5 years ago.

    Negative commentSep 2, 2021
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    • Avant Window Navigator is Free Personal and Open SourceDocky is Free and Open Source
  4. Dash to Panel icon
     3 likes

    An icon taskbar for the GNOME Shell. This extension moves the dash into the GNOME main panel so that the application launchers and system tray are combined into a single panel, similar to that found in KDE Plasma and Windows 7+.

    9 Dash to Panel alternatives
    Dash to Panel screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • GNOME
    Dash to Panel iconDocky Icon

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  5. Dash to Dock icon
     3 likes

    A dock for the Gnome Shell. This extension moves the dash out of the overview transforming it in a dock for an easier launching of applications and a faster switching between windows and workspaces.

    10 Dash to Dock alternatives
    Dash to Dock screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • GNOME

    Dash to Dock Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    Dash to Dock iconDocky Icon

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  6. Lomiri icon
     1 like

    Lomiri is the open source mobile and desktop environment that adapts to you computing needs. Supported on all kinds devices.

    39 Lomiri alternatives
    Lomiri screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Linux Mobile
    • Ubuntu Touch

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Support for Gestures
    4.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    5.  No Tracking
    Lomiri iconDocky Icon

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  7. MyDockFinder icon
     1 like

    MyDockFinder is a Dock software similar to macOs that helps you quickly start up your apps, make your desktop clean looking, and easily access your favorite programs or files through drag-and-drop features.

    5 MyDockFinder alternatives
    MyDockFinder screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    3.  Support for Gestures
    4.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Portable
    8.  Launcher
    9.  Dock
    10.  Extensive settings menu
    MyDockFinder iconDocky Icon

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  8. Dragthing icon
     7 likes

    DragThing is the original dock designed to tidy up your Macintosh desktop.

    It puts all your documents, folders, and applications just a single click away. Highly flexible, it allows multiple docks, each customised to suit your exact needs.

    It stores frequently-used clippings su.

    62 Dragthing alternatives
    Dragthing screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Dragthing Features

    1.  Dock
    2.  Launcher
    Discontinued

    Notice on https://www.dragthing.com/ of discontinuation as of 2019.

    Dragthing iconDocky Icon

    Dragthing VS Docky

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  9. FlashTray Pro icon
     6 likes

    Flashtray - Our system tray application launcher and macro tool makes you work more efficiently by automating a lot of repetitive keyboard tasks by using custom macros and hotkeys.

    48 FlashTray Pro alternatives
    main program

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    FlashTray Pro Features

    1.  Support for Hotkeys
    FlashTray Pro iconDocky Icon

    FlashTray Pro VS Docky

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  10. Circle Dock icon
     17 likes

    The idea behind Circle Dock is that the dock should appear where your mouse is instead of you having to move your mouse to the dock like with other programs. This is accomplished by making the dock a circular or spiral shape so that it can be placed anywhere, even near the edge...

    38 Circle Dock alternatives
    Double Ring

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Circle Dock Features

    1.  Dock
    2.  Launcher
    Discontinued

    Project is dead since 2008. Have a look at the forum:https://www.donationcoder.com/forum/index.php?PHPSESSID=d4239krfp6h6ghtdigpph6v7o0&topic=42700.0

    Circle Dock iconDocky Icon

    Circle Dock VS Docky

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  11. GnomePanel icon
     21 likes

    GnomePanel is a highly configurable launcher and taskbar for GNOME. It forms a core part of the default GNOME desktop.

    24 GnomePanel alternatives
    GnomePanel screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • GNOME

    GnomePanel Features

    1.  Software Management
    2.  Window docking
    GnomePanel iconDocky Icon

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  12. Desktidy icon
     3 likes

    DeskTidy comes in the form of a drop-down menu that you can place anywhere on your desktop and include files, folders, programs, etc. in it. Then you can use it as a program launcher to access to your applications and other stored items.

    48 Desktidy alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Desktidy Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Dock
    3.  Launcher
    Desktidy iconDocky Icon

    Desktidy VS Docky

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