Dawn Launcher vs Start Menu X
| Dawn Launcher | Start Menu X | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Supported Windows | both | both |
| Replacement mode | launcher | overlay |
| Custom search | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | — | 14.99 one-time |
| Start button controls | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Start Menu Customization Software. On The Geeks Club, Start Menu X scores higher on our published basis.