Power8 vs Start Menu X
| Power8 | Start Menu X | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Supported Windows | windows_10 | both |
| Replacement mode | overlay | overlay |
| Start button controls | Yes | Yes |
| Custom search | Yes | Yes |
| Taskbar controls | extensive | — |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Paid from | — | 14.99 one-time |
Both are listed in Best Start Menu Customization Software. On Specifiction, Start Menu X scores higher on our published basis.