Dock AlternativesApplication Launchers and other similar apps like Dock

Dock is described as 'In macOS, the Dock is used as a repository for any program or file in the operating system. It can hold any number of items and resizes them dynamically to fit while using magnification to clarify smaller resized items' and is a application launcher in the os & utilities category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Dock for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD and KDE Plasma apps. The best Dock alternative is Raycast, which is free. Other great apps like Dock are RocketDock, Leader Key, Cairo-Dock and Docky.

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  1. Raycast icon

    Raycast

     65 likes

    Raycast revolutionizes Mac productivity with AI-driven task automation, command shortcuts, and customizable workflows. Create snippets, manage clipboard history, translate text, and maintain sync across devices. Discover day planning, distraction-free focus, and versatile virtual assistance.

    74 Raycast alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
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    • Raycast is the most popular Windows, Mac, iPhone & iPad alternative to Dock.

    • Raycast is the most popular free alternative to Dock.

    • Raycast is Freemium and ProprietaryDock is Free and Proprietary
    • Raycast is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedDock is not according to our users
  2. RocketDock icon

    RocketDock

     295 likes

    RocketDock is a Mac OS X dock clone. It provides a nice clean interface to drop shortcuts on for easy access and organization. With each item completely customizable there is no end to what you can add and launch from the dock.

    65 RocketDock alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  4. Leader Key icon

    Leader Key

     8 likes

    This macOS tool leverages fighting game style key combinations to expedite app launches, execute commands, or even activate fun features like confetti, providing a faster alternative to launchers like Spotlight, Alfred, and Raycast. It supports customization and seamless integration with existing tools.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    • Leader Key is the most popular Open Source alternative to Dock.

    • Leader Key is Free and Open SourceDock is Free and Proprietary
    • Leader Key is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedDock is not according to our users
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    Raycast revolutionizes Mac productivity with AI-driven task automation, command shortcuts, and customizable workflows. Create snippets, manage clipboard history, translate text, and maintain sync across devices. Discover day plan...

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  6. Cairo-Dock icon

    Cairo-Dock

     83 likes

    Animated dock for Linux desktops with hardware acceleration, multi-dock support, taskbar and launcher tools, and an array of applets that can act as detachable widgets. Features a macOS-like interface, multiple themes, low CPU usage, and community-driven customization.

    49 Cairo-Dock alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Wayland
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    • Cairo-Dock is the most popular Linux alternative to Dock.

    • Cairo-Dock is Free and Open SourceDock is Free and Proprietary
    • Cairo-Dock is Privacy focused and CustomizableDock is not according to our users
  7. Docky icon

    Docky

     131 likes

    Docky is a full fledged dock application that makes opening common applications and managing windows easier and quicker. Docky is fully integrated into the GNOME Desktop and features a no non-sense approach to configuration and usage. It just works.

    53 Docky alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
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  8. ObjectDock icon

    ObjectDock

     64 likes

    Animated Windows dock for fast access to apps, shortcuts and files, featuring auto-hide, drag and drop launching, fully customizable color, size and position, support for multiple docks, shortcut management, enhanced desktop organization and visual effects.

    53 ObjectDock alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • ObjectDock is the most popular commercial alternative to Dock.

    • ObjectDock is Paid and ProprietaryDock is Free and Proprietary
  10. Winstep Nexus icon

    Winstep Nexus

     45 likes

    Enjoy a free, simple docking solution for Windows with Winstep Nexus. Create docks, sub-docks, organize apps in groups, and enjoy fun interactions with animations. Nexus Ultimate offers Shelves, Tabbed Docks, and Grid Stacks for better organization and access.

    35 Winstep Nexus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. MaxLauncher icon

    MaxLauncher

     14 likes

    MaxLauncher is a simple tabbed launcher that was designed to reduce the amount of time to find and run a program. It is capable of creating multiple data files, each of which can have a maximum of 10 tabs. Each tab and button is assigned a key(eg. F1-F10, 0-9, A-Z, etc.

    42 MaxLauncher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  13. Lattix icon

    Lattix

     2 likes

    Lattix is an advanced and fast resource launcher that lets you launch groups of apps, files, and websites in one click. It's built to boost your productivity and streamline your workflow.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  14. LaunchBar icon

    LaunchBar

     46 likes

    LaunchBar is a smart and powerful, keyboard driven productivity utility that lets you access and control every aspect of your digital life. Whatever you want to get done on your Mac – with LaunchBar it’s only a few keystrokes away.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Clipboard History
     
  15. tint2 icon

    tint2

     30 likes

    tint2 is a simple panel/taskbar unintrusive and light (memory / cpu / aestetic). We try to get virtual desktop and multi-monitor easier to use. We follow freedesktop specifications.

    31 tint2 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
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