MonitorDock
5.9#17 in taskbar customization softwareFree planFree planWindows
VisitMonitorDock vs TaskbarX
What both publish
| Fact | MonitorDock | TaskbarX |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | The README recommends a Windows installer and also documents building from source with the .NET 9 SDK. | Installation consists of extracting the ZIP, running TaskbarX.exe, opening the Configurator and optionally enabling startup. |
| Purpose | MonitorDock replaces taskbars on secondary monitors, and optionally the primary monitor, with per-monitor docks. | TaskbarX centers Windows taskbar icons with customizable animations and taskbar styling. |
MonitorDock plans
- FreeFree
TaskbarX plans
- Free portable buildFree
- TaskbarX portable buildFree
- Microsoft Store version$1.09, paid once
- TaskbarX Microsoft Store version—
Pick MonitorDock if…
MonitorDock suits Windows users who organize apps across multiple monitors, and the README says it also works with one monitor. It may appeal to users who want separate pinned apps and windows on each display.
Pick TaskbarX if…
TaskbarX suits Windows users who want to customize icon placement, spacing, animations, and taskbar backgrounds. Its per-monitor settings may suit people using multiple monitors.