Winstep Xtreme User Reviews
Spectacular
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"This is a MUST-HAVE. You may not know it yet but it is."
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.10
Pros
I started using this product just because I wanted a dock with my drives, like the old toolbar of the taskbar used to be.
Now, I can't imagine using any of my computers without it. The features are numerous and everything (or almost so) is user-customisable.
The biggest pro, however, is the support: just post your question or problem in the forum, and the developer himself will answer your questions within a couple of hours tops.
Also, buying it will give you a full year of updates. After that, you can keep using that last version you got, for ever. And ever. And if you decide at any time you want to update, you get the renewal for half the price, and one extra year. At any point in time. Not necessarily *right* after the expiry.Cons
Honestly, I can't think of one.
Summary
Just give it a try, and give it a month. Seriously. After that, you'll wonder how you ever used your computer before.
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"too many free or much lower cost alternatives out there"
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.10
Pros
So much of this is already available for FREE from numerous other sources why pay?
This really isnt anything special.Cons
again too many products out there that do the same functionality for free or less!
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"Winstep Xtreme does what it advertises and very well."
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.10
Pros
- Low-to-middle resource usage (compared to Object Dock/Desktop)
- Absolutely.Love.Workshelf. I had no idea this existed before my Winstep Xtreme trial and now I am not sure if I can live without it.
- Nexus dock has the customization options that Object Dock and Rocket Dock do not.
- Great forum site with active participation from the Developer(s)
- Loved the customization options available for the Clock, Weather Modules
- Wide varieties of Themes available
- NexStart and Start Menu Organizer let me manage and arrange my applications just the way I like it.Cons
- Issue with my laptop which uses Optimus (to switch between onboard and nVidia video card) preventing sync of Weather and Time modules and update of the software itself with 'connection failed' issues.
Summary
Only reasons I am not giving it a 5 is:
- The one con with regard to updates as mentioned above.
- My limited exposure to the product (still on the month trial)
- Nothing is perfect. Ever. But .. 4.5/5 is pretty darn close.
That being said the software does exactly what it advertises for and more. A HUGE bonus is the fact that Jorge (the Developer) is very accessible and approachable on the forums. He actively participates with members/customers and uses their input/critique to better the product.
It was also a pleasure to see that there were new themes being actively made for Winstep on Wincustomize and other such sites which demonstrates active member participation in the Design/Development process.
It is a software I would heartily recommend to anyone to spends a lot of time on their computer. Who said that you cannot make your desktop attractive and efficient at the same time? -
"Excellent dock with great features and look."
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.10
Pros
Has multiple skins, launches apps quickly. Easy to add apps. Can have multiple docks on desktop placed where you want them.
Cons
They ding you for the app for every upgrade so you end up having to re-purchase at least once a year.
Summary
I loved the app but I resent having to pay over and over again.
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"Best launcher so far..."
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.6
Pros
Can be hidden in the dock position.
Easy to add items.Cons
Start menu/Taskbar is a bit slow to open and doesn't allow pinning of applications (can be added to the Quickstart menu).
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"Looking more like I own an Apple Mac!"
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.6
Pros
New things to play with rather than working
Cons
Can make the desktop too busy
Summary
I WANT a Apple Mac and if I have to get gadgets to make it look like an Apple Mac this is what I will do until I can afford the real thing.
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"You won't get bored with the same Themes."
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.6
Pros
love the gadgets,am one those gadget freaks,its the best so far.
Cons
I'm a 24/7 computer user,never leave home without a computer,I have 3 desktops and 4 laptop that I own,even at work,I work for the Dept. of education and its must.I like my page to be neat and FUN.
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"Awsome eye-candy, great functionality, low footprint"
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.6
Pros
Easy setup, lots of themes, a thousand features.
Cons
none that I know of....
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"Very buggy, crashed often."
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.6
Pros
Very sleek user interface, puts things where the chaps at Microsoft should have in the first place.
Cons
Coding like Swiss cheese
Summary
A shiny application with not so shiny execution.
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"Lots to play with, yet not a steep learning curve."
Version: Winstep Xtreme 11.6
Pros
Replace over a dozen individual gadgets, docks and enhancement you're probably running now and everything from dock to clock can be themed the same. Very little speed lost even on my ancient XP system!
Cons
No real Cons to speak of! No manual available at this time for version 11.6, but they say it's on the way. But the tool tips and Help File are sufficient and the menus are self-explanatory and logical.
Summary
This suite of docks, gadgets and desktop enhancements blows away the competition! Any slight drag on your system will only be noticed on older platforms and it will probably be offset by the fact that you'll be uninstalling scads of individual apps and widgets since Xtreme has most anything you'd want.
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