BentoDesk
5.3#33 in desktop organization softwareWindows
VisitBentoDesk vs DeskBox
What both publish
| Fact | BentoDesk | DeskBox |
|---|---|---|
| License | The source code is licensed under GNU AGPL-3.0-or-later. | Current releases use the GPL-3.0-only license; earlier MIT releases remain available and were not relicensed retroactively. |
| Privacy | BentoDesk says it has no account system, telemetry, analytics, advertising, cloud storage, or crash uploads, and does not upload desktop file names, paths, icons, or contents. | DeskBox requires no account or cloud synchronization; configuration, notes, tasks, history, layouts and managed files remain local by default. |
| Purpose | BentoDesk organizes ordinary Windows files into desktop Zones that open as grids and can be combined into Stacks. | DeskBox organizes files on the Windows desktop using file boxes, folder mapping, stacks, groups, and desktop cleanup. |
| Search | Users can filter one Zone or search across all Zones. | Search covers files, folders, applications, settings, notes and todos in one popup or widget. |
BentoDesk plans
No prices published.
DeskBox plans
- Direct installerFree
- 官网直装版Free
- Microsoft StorePriced on request
Pick BentoDesk if…
It suits Windows users seeking local-first desktop file organization with filtering, automation, and recoverable layouts. It is also intended for people who do not need cloud-account synchronization or an Explorer replacement.
Pick DeskBox if…
DeskBox suits Windows users who want to group, sort, and clean up desktop files without moving mapped folders. It also fits users who want built-in boxes for notes, to-dos, or music controls.