Starling
6.7#4 in start menu customization softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitStarling vs ViStart
What both publish
| Fact | Starling | ViStart |
|---|---|---|
| Support | The user guide directs users to GitHub Issues for problems and questions. | The maker points users to Discord for help, bug reports, and feature ideas, and says replies may not be fast. |
Starling plans
- StarlingFree
ViStart plans
- ViStartFree
Pick Starling if…
Starling may suit people interested in trying an open-source desktop environment on supported Linux or Windows configurations. Users should be comfortable with an early preview and its stated limitations.
Pick ViStart if…
ViStart suits Windows users who want a configurable, Windows 7-style Start menu with indexed search and customizable skins. Its listed Windows support spans XP through 11.