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iTop Easy Desktop vs Portals: Desktop Organization
Both stand on desktop organization software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
iTop Easy Desktop combines desktop organization with file search, folder access and additional tools such as screenshots and calendar syncing. Check the Windows requirements and free-plan limits, particularly if you want Pro personalization.
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Free plan Windows
Portals offers customizable desktop folder containers, with tabs, layouts, and settings profiles for organizing them. It is free, with a pay-what-you-want license.
Visit Portals: Desktop OrganizationThe facts
| iTop Easy Desktop | Portals: Desktop Organization | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | itopvpn.com | portals-app.com |
| On desktop organization software | #18 of 47 | #22 of 47 |
iTop Easy Desktop: what it does well
- One-click organizer groups desktop icons.
- Search locates files or folders by name.
- Private Box protects selected files with a password.
- Calendar can sync with Google or Windows Calendar.
- Runs locally, according to iTop.
What to know first
- Latest version requires 64-bit Windows 10 or above.
- Free plan includes only three boxes.
- Free plan has limited wallpapers.
- Some personalization options require Pro.
Portals: Desktop Organization: what it does well
- Selected folders appear directly on the desktop.
- Portals can use tabs linked to separate folders.
- Layouts can be applied when display setups change.
- Folders can be stored outside the desktop.
What to know first
- Available only on Windows.
- QuickLook or Seer is needed for supported file previews.
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