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Open-Shell vs Start11: catalog facts
Open-Shell	Start11
Free Free and open source under the MIT licence.	Paid Requires a paid license or subscription. Trial availability and licensing depend on the…
Windows	Windows
A classic hierarchical Start menu on Windows 7 through 11, in several styles Explorer toolbar and a status bar showing file size and free disk space	Offers multiple Start-menu designs Adds organization and taskbar customization
On Windows for ARM, installing a version before 4.4.196 locks you out of your account after reboot Windows only	Requires a paid license after the trial.
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: MIT	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 21, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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