DeskDrawer vs Nimi Places
DeskDrawer
deskdrawer.pages.devNimi Places
mynimi.netSide by side
| Figure | DeskDrawer | Nimi Places |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Desktop Organization Software | 7.2 (#29) | 8.0 (#5) |
| Privacy | The app says it makes no network connections and has no telemetry, analytics, crash reporting, accounts, or ads; its configuration and error log stay local unless a user chooses to share the log. | The license says the maker does not receive or access personal data during normal operation and that the software does not automatically exchange information with the maker without an explicit opt-in action. |
| Purpose | DeskDrawer groups Windows desktop icons, files, folders, and shortcuts into transparent boards while leaving files in their original locations. | Nimi Places organizes the desktop into customizable containers that display files and folders from chosen locations as icons and thumbnails. |
| Requirements | It supports Windows 10 version 2004 (build 19041) and newer, plus Windows 11, on x64; no runtime installation is required. | The download page lists a requirement compatible with framework 2.0 or newer. |
| Support | Users can report bugs or request features through GitHub Issues or email; the developer reads both channels directly and replies may not be instant. | The maker provides an online help page with answers to 35 questions and says users can ask if they cannot find an answer. |
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In their own words
DeskDrawer
DeskDrawer has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Nimi Places
Nimi Places organizes a Windows desktop into customizable containers that display files and folders from chosen locations as icons or thumbnails. Files stay in their original locations while the containers provide desktop access. Views include grids and single- or multi-column lists, with optional details. Items can be labeled, searched by name and sorted by type, size or dates. Containers can use individual item sizes, accent colors, themes and smooth scrolling. Rules can duplicate, move or link files and folders that match selected conditions, and containers can appear only under conditions such as time, location or foreground window title. Supported media can be previewed through a built-in multimedia front end. The application is free for non-commercial use under the Nimi projects general application license. It can run portably, including from removable storage, without installation on a specific computer. The Windows download is a multilingual installer with optional portable mode and a built-in uninstaller. The download page lists a requirement compatible with framework 2.0 or newer. Its license says personal data must not be used with the software and assigns users responsibility for information they choose to process.