SbieShell vs StartIsBack
| SbieShell | StartIsBack | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Replacement mode | shell_replacement | overlay |
| Taskbar controls | basic | extensive |
| Paid from | — | 4.99 one-time |
| Supported Windows | — | windows_10 |
| Start button controls | — | Yes |
| Custom search | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Start Menu Customization Software. On Specifiction, StartIsBack scores higher on our published basis.