Aston vs Windhawk
| Aston | Windhawk | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Replacement mode | shell_replacement | overlay |
| Start button controls | Yes | — |
| Custom search | Yes | Yes |
| Taskbar controls | extensive | extensive |
| Supported Windows | — | both |
Both are listed in Best Start Menu Customization Software. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Aston scores higher on our published basis.