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Spencer vs Win9xplorer
Both stand on start menu customization 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
Visit Spencer Free plan Windows
Win9xplorer offers a focused Windows 95/98-style shell with familiar utilities and customization. Its requirements and retro design make it most relevant to users seeking that specific interface.
Visit Win9xplorerThe facts
| Spencer | Win9xplorer | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | the-sz.com | win9xplorer.abby.md |
| On start menu customization software | #32 of 39 | #28 of 39 |
Spencer: what it does well
Win9xplorer: what it does well
- Free and GPL-licensed
- Retro taskbar and Start menu
- Native WinForms application
- Includes classic Task Manager
- Spotify taskbar toolbar
What to know first
- Requires Windows 10 or 11
- Requires .NET 10.0 Windows SDK
- Retro interface may not suit modern workflows
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