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