TaskbarX vs TranslucentTB
TaskbarX
taskbarx.app
TranslucentTB
translucenttb.netSide by side
| Figure | TaskbarX | TranslucentTB |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Spec score · Taskbar Customization Software | 8.4 (#3) | 7.3 (#22) |
| Distribution | The app is portable, requires no installer, makes no registry edits and uses no background services. | The project says it is free to download from the Microsoft Store and also offers an app installer and a portable ZIP through GitHub releases. |
| Purpose | TaskbarX centers Windows taskbar icons with customizable animations and taskbar styling. | TranslucentTB is a lightweight utility that makes the Windows taskbar translucent or transparent. |
| Security | The site recommends downloading only from its linked GitHub releases or Microsoft Store and says repackaged mirror copies may include adware. | The project says its source is open and welcomes security reviews; it also notes that some antivirus products may flag the program. |
| System requirements | Softorage reports that system requirements are not available on its listing. | The maker’s site lists Windows 10/11 and recommends build 19041 or newer; it says some visual effects depend on the build and GPU or driver capabilities. |
Plans
TaskbarX
- Free portable buildFree
- TaskbarX portable buildFree
- Microsoft Store version$1.09, paid once
- TaskbarX Microsoft Store versionPrice not published
In their own words
TaskbarX
TaskbarX is a free, open-source Windows utility for positioning taskbar icons and changing taskbar styling. Icons can be placed at the exact center or nudged left or right, with adjustable spacing and size. Animation choices include fade, slide, other easing styles, or no animation. Backgrounds can be transparent, blurred, opaque, or accent-colored. Unlimited taskbars can have independent settings per monitor, including vertical taskbars. The portable build needs no installer, makes no registry edits, and uses no background services. TaskbarX is released under the MIT license. The site says Windows 10 is fully supported; on Windows 11, centering works through build 22621.1265 but not on modern builds. Version 1.7.8.0 is listed as latest stable, and the GitHub repository is archived and read-only. A Store version offers automatic updates for an optional donation.
TranslucentTB
TranslucentTB has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.