ObjectDock Alternatives for WindowsFiltered by 'Dock'

There are many alternatives to ObjectDock for Windows if you are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative is RocketDock, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to ObjectDock and 14 are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to ObjectDock are Winstep Nexus, Circle Dock, XWindows Dock and SliderDock.

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  1. RocketDock icon

    RocketDock

     297 likes

    RocketDock is a Mac OS X dock clone. It provides a nice clean interface to drop shortcuts on for easy access and organization. With each item completely customizable there is no end to what you can add and launch from the dock.

    71 RocketDock alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Discontinued

    The program is no longer updated, but last version, 1.3.5, released in September 2008, can be still downloaded from the official website. "It is true, RocketDock has been discontinued. [...] The app remains available on https://rocketdock.com, but is unsupported."

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    It's free. Themes are awesome!

    • RocketDock is Free and ProprietaryObjectDock is Paid and Proprietary
    • RocketDock is LightweightObjectDock is not according to our users
  2. Winstep Nexus icon

    Winstep Nexus

     48 likes

    Enjoy a free, simple docking solution for Windows with Winstep Nexus. Create docks, sub-docks, organize apps in groups, and enjoy fun interactions with animations. Nexus Ultimate offers Shelves, Tabbed Docks, and Grid Stacks for better organization and access.

    39 Winstep Nexus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Winstep Nexus screenshot 1
     
  4. Circle Dock icon

    Circle Dock

     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...

    41 Circle Dock alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Double Ring
     
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    Winstep Nexus

    Enjoy a free, simple docking solution for Windows with Winstep Nexus. Create docks, sub-docks, organize apps in groups, and enjoy fun interactions with animations. Nexus Ultimate offers Shelves, Tabbed Docks, and Grid Stacks for ...

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  6. XWindows Dock icon

    XWindows Dock

     10 likes

    XWindows Dock - or XWD for short - is the newest free Windows Vista and XP program of the class Application Launcher and Desktop Organizer. But its not just another one: its the result of years of use and observation of the many dock programs on the market, plus all functions...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    3D Dock
     
  8. SliderDock icon

    SliderDock

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    SliderDock is an application launcher that will allow you to easily drag and drop icons to access them later on by double clicking on them.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Slider Dock Detail
     
  9. C

    CleverDock

     4 likes

    A simple dock for Windows which features extensive theming capabilities and blurry reflections. The dock is fully compatible with Windows Vista/7/8/8.1.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    CleverDock screenshot 1
     
  10. MadAppLauncher icon

    MadAppLauncher

     12 likes

    A simple application launcher. It is very fast and easy to use. It is unlike your common dock or menu launcher. It introduces several different features such as QWERTY based launching, tab group navigation using numbers, custom window placement for programs, and the ability to...

    43 MadAppLauncher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Main Interface
     
  11. SSuite Mac Dock for PC icon

    SSuite Mac Dock for PC

     2 likes

    SSuite Mac Dock is a very simple Windows utility designed to create a Mac OS X-like dock on your desktop, allowing you to launch certain programs with just a single click, just like you do with the ones in the Quick Launch.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    SSuite Mac Dock for PC screenshot 1
     
  13. DeskRipple icon

    DeskRipple

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    DeskRipple puts expandable folder icons directly on the Windows desktop. They sit alongside your regular desktop icons, open into shortcut panels on hover or click, and collapse to a single icon when the pointer moves away.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Folders sit on the desktop and expand on hover or click — here Work opens into a Grid of shortcuts.
     
  14. Y'z Dock icon

    Y'z Dock

     2 likes

    Y'z Dock is a program launcher like the dock in MacOS X. This application is currently in beta, so please send all reports to the author. In order to add icons, drag and drop a file (.exe, shortcut, etc.) straight from Explorer to the dock area.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Y'z Dock screenshot 1
     
  15. CoolBarz icon

    CoolBarz

     1 like

    Coolbarz is a very efficient app launcher or desktop toolbar for easy access to your most commonly used programs or folders. Working and tested on Windows 10.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    CoolBarz screenshot 1
     
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