Windows 11 has been available for two years and change, but its global market share still struggles. Perhaps this is one of the main reasons Microsoft has been using “aggressive” tactics, including full-screen multipage popup ads designed to encourage Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11.
Despite Windows 10’s imminent end of support slated for October 2025, the operating system still holds the largest global market share. This can be attributed to the stringent system requirements for running Windows 11 on PCs, coupled with the flawed design pointed out by multiple users.
Luckily, it’s not written in stone that you must conform to Microsoft’s Windows 11 design. Recently, there’s been an influx of third-party software designed to “fix” some of the shortcomings/design flaws in Windows 11. Stardock is notoriously good at this with its Start11, WindowsBlinds, CursorFX, SoundPackager, Groupy 2, and more.
If you’ve been looking to add a bit of razzle dazzle and gain access to more customization options and flavors on your Windows PC, you’re in luck! Stardock’s top third-party software apps are currently on sale with a 25% discount.
All-in-one premium package for Windows 11’s best alternative apps
Stardock recommends the Object Desktop suite of desktop enhancements and customization apps as its best deal during this Spring sale, and I can see why. At $10 cheaper, you’ll get access to more than a dozen customization apps, including Start11, Fences 5, SpaceMonger, Tiles, IconPackager, and DeskScapes, as well as the ones listed above.
If there’s something you don’t like about Windows 11 or Windows 10, this suite of customization apps will help you fix it. Stardock says using the tool is “like getting the next version of Windows today.”
