Actual Window Manager vs Dexpot
Actual Window Manager
actualtools.com
Dexpot
dexpot.deSide by side
| Figure | Actual Window Manager | Dexpot |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 11 |
| Spec score · Window Management Software | 8.1 (#10) | 9.0 (#2) |
| Multiple monitors | It adds taskbars and other tools for multi-monitor environments. | All Dexpot components support multiple monitors, and monitors can be excluded from desktop switching. |
| Purpose | Actual Window Manager adds tools for organizing the Windows desktop and manipulating windows. | Dexpot provides supplemental virtual workspaces for windows and icons in Windows, switchable by keyboard or mouse. |
| System requirements | The product page lists Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, and 2000, plus specified Windows Server versions. | The listed release supports Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 8.1, including 64-bit and server editions. |
| Trial | The product page lists a 60-day free trial and a try-before-buy license type. | Companies may evaluate Dexpot for 30 days and can request more time by email with a reason. |
Plans
Dexpot
- Free private-use licenseFree
- Private useFree
- Single license€24.90, paid once
- Package 5€119, paid once
- Package 10€229, paid once
- Package 20€449, paid once
- Package 50€1,099, paid once
- Package 100€2,149, paid once
- Package 200€4,149, paid once
- Multi licensePriced on request
In their own words
Actual Window Manager
Actual Window Manager has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Dexpot
Dexpot adds switchable virtual workspaces to Windows, so you can organize windows, files, and shortcuts across separate desktops. Switch desktops with a keyboard or mouse. A full-screen preview gives a live view of desktops and lets you drag windows between them; the window catalog tiles the windows on one desktop and opens the preview when you drag a window. Desktops can have their own files, shortcuts, wallpaper, and background color, including different backgrounds on each monitor. Rules can act on new windows that meet a condition, for example by keeping them on top, minimizing them to the system tray, or changing their transparency. Included plugins add hot corners, mouse-wheel switching, a taskbar overview, grid navigation, 3D transitions, wallpaper clocks, and desktop slideshows. Dexpot has a programming interface for plugins and third-party programs, and a Plugin SDK 1.5. The maker says its components work with multiple monitors, which can be excluded from desktop switching. Private use is free; the pricing note lists paid plans from €24.90 and a 30-day trial. The listed download is version 1.6.14 Build 2439 for Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 8.1, including x64 and server versions.