Cairo-Dock vs True Launch Bar
Cairo-Dock
glx-dock.orgTrue Launch Bar
truelaunchbar.comSide by side
| Figure | Cairo-Dock | True Launch Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Spec score · App Launcher Software | 7.8 (#16) | 8.3 (#11) |
| Spec score · App Launchers | 7.7 (#18) | 8.4 (#9) |
| Spec score · App launchers | 7.4 (#26) | 8.7 (#6) |
| Customization | Features can be added through plug-ins or applets, and applets can be written in C or another language. | Users can apply skins and customize toolbar buttons, menu items, colors, and tooltips. |
| Support | The project directs users with repository problems to its forum when the issue is not covered by its troubleshooting section. | The license page says registered software receives free updates and free support. |
Plans
True Launch Bar
- True Launch BarFree
- True Launch Bar 8.0 freewareFree
- Legacy registration$19.90, paid once
In their own words
Cairo-Dock
Cairo-Dock has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
True Launch Bar
True Launch Bar has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.