Aston vs Portable Start Menu
| Aston | Portable Start Menu | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Replacement mode | shell_replacement | launcher |
| Start button controls | Yes | — |
| Custom search | Yes | — |
| Taskbar controls | extensive | — |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Supported Windows | — | both |
Both are listed in Best Start Menu Customization Software. On The Geeks Club, Aston scores higher on our published basis.