GadgetPack (formerly 8GadgetPack)
5.9#14 in desktop widget softwareFree planFree planWindows
VisitGadgetPack (formerly 8GadgetPack) vs SAWAS Dashboard
SAWAS Dashboard
6.7#4 in desktop widget softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebWindows
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| Fact | GadgetPack (formerly 8GadgetPack) | SAWAS Dashboard |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | The website collects log-file data such as IP address, browser type, ISP, visit times, referring pages and click patterns for analysis and site administration. | The maker says there is no telemetry, cloud service or sign-in and that dashboard data stays on the PC. |
| Purpose | GadgetPack (formerly 8GadgetPack) makes it possible to use Gadgets on Windows 11 and Windows 10. | SAWAS Dashboard is a modular desktop widget that stays visible behind normal windows and combines clock, system, network, notes, favorites and support link modules. |
| Support | The developer says the project is developed and supported in spare time and that replies to feedback can take quite some time. | For startup troubleshooting, the maker directs users to run start_debug.bat and email the resulting output. |
GadgetPack (formerly 8GadgetPack) plans
- GadgetPackFree
SAWAS Dashboard plans
- FreeFree
Pick GadgetPack (formerly 8GadgetPack) if…
GadgetPack may suit Windows users who want desktop gadgets such as calendars, system monitors, clocks or sticky notes. Users should be comfortable installing software with administrative rights and consider the stated risks of opening gadgets.
Pick SAWAS Dashboard if…
SAWAS Dashboard may suit Windows users who want system and network readings, notes, and browser favorites visible on their desktop. It also supports users who want to add Python modules or keep dashboard data on their PC.