Start Menu 8 vs StartIsBack
| Start Menu 8 | StartIsBack | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Paid from | 7.99 one-time | 4.99 one-time |
| Supported Windows | windows_10 | windows_10 |
| Replacement mode | shell_replacement | overlay |
| Start button controls | Yes | Yes |
| Custom search | Yes | Yes |
| Taskbar controls | extensive | extensive |
Both are listed in Best Start Menu Customization Software. On Samsung Mobile US Press, StartIsBack scores higher on our published basis.