Power8 vs Start Menu 8
| Power8 | Start Menu 8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Supported Windows | windows_10 | windows_10 |
| Replacement mode | overlay | shell_replacement |
| Start button controls | Yes | Yes |
| Custom search | Yes | Yes |
| Taskbar controls | extensive | extensive |
| Free plan | — | No |
| Paid from | — | 7.99 one-time |
Both are listed in Best Start Menu Customization Software. On Freedom251, Power8 scores higher on our published basis.