RocketDock AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Desktop Customization Tools

The best Desktop Customization alternative to RocketDock is Winstep Nexus, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to RocketDock and nine of them are Desktop Customization Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Desktop Customization Tool alternatives to RocketDock are Docky, ObjectDock, MyDockFinder and Sideslide.

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RocketDock alternatives are mainly Desktop Customization Tools, but if you're looking for Application Launchers or Dock Utilities you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Windows, Windows + Open Source and Open Source. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to RocketDock.
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  1. Winstep Nexus icon

    Winstep Nexus

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    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.

    35 Winstep Nexus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Guest
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    i like to customize my desktop and Nexus Dock has special effect that i'm loving and it doesn't use a lot of resources

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    karlbu
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    Winstep Nexus is, by far, the best app in the 3rd-party docking category. Superb. More options. More stable. And updated more recently than anything else. Highly recommend.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    It has everything you need from 3rd party dock. Fast working, customizable, no bloat.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Winstep Nexus is a great RocketDock alternative.

    • Winstep Nexus is the most popular Windows alternative to RocketDock.

    • Winstep Nexus is the most popular free alternative to RocketDock.

    • Winstep Nexus is Freemium and ProprietaryRocketDock is Free and Proprietary
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    Docky

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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 and usage. It just works.

    50 Docky alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Linux
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    • Most users think Docky is a great RocketDock alternative.

    • Docky is the most popular Linux alternative to RocketDock.

    • Docky is the most popular Open Source alternative to RocketDock.

    • Docky is Free and Open SourceRocketDock is Free and Proprietary
  4. ObjectDock icon

    ObjectDock

     64 likes
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    Animated Windows dock for fast access to apps, shortcuts and files, featuring auto-hide, drag and drop launching, fully customizable color, size and position, support for multiple docks, shortcut management, enhanced desktop organization and visual effects.

    53 ObjectDock alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    AlmightyHeretic
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    If you're looking for a good replacement to RocketDock then this fits the bill. It's able to launch shortcuts to 64-bit programs and it has a built-in docklet called Flyout menu, which you'll find very similar to Stacks. It's not quite as user-friendly but I'm still finding options for customization.

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    • Most users think ObjectDock is a great RocketDock alternative.

    • ObjectDock is the most popular commercial alternative to RocketDock.

    • ObjectDock is Paid and ProprietaryRocketDock is Free and Proprietary
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    MyDockFinder

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    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

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  7. Sideslide icon

    Sideslide

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    SideSlide is an advanced, portable, unobtrusive, dockable, skinnable, instantly accessible, highly configurable Desktop Extension on Steroids! Clean desktop clutter and make your computer friendlier and faster than ever before.

    23 Sideslide alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  8. ActiveDock 2 icon

    ActiveDock 2

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    ActiveDock 2 is a customizable alternative to the standard macOS Dock, offering advanced features for app launching, window management, appearance customization, and more. It fully replaces the classic Apple Dock and Launchpad while preserving their familiar look and behavior...

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
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  10. DockFix icon

    DockFix

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    DockFix unlocks hidden settings and features that Apple doesn't want you to know about, giving you full control over your macOS Dock.

    7 DockFix alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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  11. Multi Dock icon

    Multi Dock

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    MultiDock is a simple application that allows you to organize frequently used applications, documents and folders using small panels (Dock’s).

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
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  12. DockView for macOS Dock icon

    DockView for macOS Dock

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    DockView is a macOS utility that shows live previews (thumbnails) of an application’s open windows when you hover over its icon in the Dock. You can quickly switch, minimize, or close windows directly from that preview panel — all without altering the system Dock itself.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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