XWindows Dock AlternativesApplication Launchers and other similar apps like XWindows Dock

XWindows Dock is described as '- 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' and is a application launcher in the os & utilities category. There are more than 25 alternatives to XWindows Dock for Windows, Mac, Linux, Linux Mobile and Ubuntu Touch. The best XWindows Dock alternative is RocketDock, which is free. Other great apps like XWindows Dock are ObjectDock, Docky, Winstep Nexus and WinLaunch.

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XWindows Dock alternatives page was last updated Oct 13, 2023
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  1. RocketDock icon
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    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.

    68 RocketDock alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    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    The program is no longer updated, but last version, 1.3.5, released in September 2008, can be still downloaded from the official website.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."

    RocketDock Features

    1.  Dock
    2.  Launcher

    RocketDock VS XWindows Dock

     
    • RocketDock is the most popular Windows alternative to XWindows Dock.

    • RocketDock is the most popular free alternative to XWindows Dock.

    • RocketDock is Free and ProprietaryXWindows Dock is also Free and Proprietary
  2. ObjectDock icon
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    ObjectDock is an animated dock for Windows that enables you to quickly access and launch your favorite applications, files and shortcuts.

    55 ObjectDock alternatives

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows

    ObjectDock Features

    1.  Launcher
    2.  Dock

    ObjectDock VS XWindows Dock

     
    • ObjectDock is the most popular commercial alternative to XWindows Dock.

    • ObjectDock is Paid and ProprietaryXWindows Dock is Free and Proprietary
  3. Docky icon
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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.

    52 Docky alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Discontinued

    Last commit and last available version from 2015-09-02

    Docky Features

    1.  Dock
    2.  Window docking
    3.  Launcher

    Docky VS XWindows Dock

     
    • Docky is the most popular Linux alternative to XWindows Dock.

    • Docky is the most popular Open Source alternative to XWindows Dock.

    • Docky is Free and Open SourceXWindows Dock is Free and Proprietary
  4. Winstep Nexus icon
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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.

    37 Winstep Nexus alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • PT flagPortugal
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Winstep Nexus Features

    1.  Dock
    2.  Skins
    3.  Extensive settings menu
    4.  Launcher

    Winstep Nexus VS XWindows Dock

     
  5. WinLaunch icon
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    WinLaunch is a Windows program that resembles a Mac OS X Lion Launchpad.

    Features:

    Instant access to all your important applications and documents from everywhere! Perfect Mac OS X look and feel Tons of customization options Optimized controls for touchscreens and tablets! Win.

    20 WinLaunch alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Windows

    WinLaunch Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Launcher

    WinLaunch VS XWindows Dock

     
  6. MaxLauncher icon
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    MaxLauncher is a simple tabbed launcher that was designed to reduce the amount of time to find and run a program. It is capable of creating multiple data files, each of which can have a maximum of 10 tabs. Each tab and button is assigned a key(eg. F1-F10, 0-9, A-Z, etc.

    47 MaxLauncher alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Launcher

    MaxLauncher VS XWindows Dock

     
  7. Sidebar icon
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    Sidebar transforms the macOS Dock experience, offering multi-screen support, customizable preferences, live previews on Ventura, and window management with WindowSnap. It reserves screen space to optimize display usage and supports storing multiple window configurations for flexible setups.

    56 Sidebar alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    3.  Live Preview
    4.  No registration required
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Multi-Screen
    7.  Snap windows
    8.  Dock
    9.  Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
    10.  Sidebar

    Sidebar VS XWindows Dock

     
    • Sidebar is the most popular Mac alternative to XWindows Dock.

    • Sidebar is Paid and ProprietaryXWindows Dock is Free and Proprietary
  8. CLaunch icon
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    You are free to choose double-click on the desktop and move mouse to the corner of the screen, such as a hot key, how to display more than 100.

    56 CLaunch alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Support for Themes
    3.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  No registration required
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Portable
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Support for Gestures

    CLaunch VS XWindows Dock

     
  9. InfyniDock icon
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    InfyniDock is an alternative dock for macOS that provides an expanded window of open windows without collapsing them. It offers keyboard shortcuts to switch between windows and allows for customizable themes.

    33 InfyniDock alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CN flagChina

    Platforms

    • Mac

    InfyniDock Features

    1.  Dock customization tools
    2.  Dock

    InfyniDock VS XWindows Dock

     
  10. 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

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • UA flagUkraine

    Platforms

    • Windows

    True Launch Bar Features

    1.  Launcher

    True Launch Bar VS XWindows Dock

     
  11. Dock icon
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    In macOS, the Dock is used as a repository for any program or file in the operating system. It can hold any number of items and resizes them dynamically to fit while using magnification to clarify smaller resized items.

    50 Dock alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Dock VS XWindows Dock

     
  12. XLaunchpad icon
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    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

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CN flagChina

    Platforms

    • Windows

    XLaunchpad Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Launcher

    XLaunchpad VS XWindows Dock

     
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