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24 alternatives to Trashbot & Friend Desktop Playset

A desktop playset and organizer inspired by computer icons!

Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. Trashbot & Friend Desktop Playset launched in 2018; newer entries below may have overtaken it.

1. 1
   Classicbot▲121

   A desktop toy for those with a passion for classic computers

   2017 · classicbot.com · its alternatives →

2. 2
   I've built self-opening trash bin, I relax myself feeding garbage to it▲119

   Various Arduino sketches. Contribute to ivanilves/arduino-sketches development by creating an account on GitHub.

   2020 · github.com · its alternatives →

3. 3
   DeskHog▲480

   A developer toy from PostHog

   2025 · posthog.com · its alternatives →

4. 4
   Pastebot▲435

   Clipboard manager from the creators of Tweetbot

   2016 · tapbots.com · its alternatives →

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   rubbish▲115

   Map, track and clean up litter together.

   2020 · rubbish.love · its alternatives →

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   Playground▲408

   Design like a pro: t-shirts, logos, posters, memes, and more

   2024 · playgroundai.com · its alternatives →

7. 7
   Playbook AI▲514

   Creative storage for AI art, organize prompts & iterations

   2023 · playbook.com · its alternatives →

8. 8
   bruno▲140

   Smart, Connected Trash Can (pre-order)

   2015 · brunosmartcan.com · its alternatives →

9. 9
   Poop Buddy▲87

   Crappiest bot you'll ever use

   2017 · messenger.com · its alternatives →

10. 10
    Fidget Cube▲428

    An unusually addicting, high-quality desk toy

    2016 · antsylabs.com · its alternatives →

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    MacOS Desktop Declutter▲115

    Open-source Tinder for desktop files on MacOS. 100% Free.

    Jan 2026 · github.com · its alternatives →

12. 12
    Clicky▲144

    AI buddy next to your cursor on Mac—sees, guides, helps you!

    Apr 2026 · github.com · its alternatives →

13. 13
    GenieCan▲142

    Make your trashcan smart

    2017 · genican.com · its alternatives →

14. 14
    TrashMe▲156

    Uninstall your apps and clean your Mac

    2017 · jibapps.com · its alternatives →

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    Playfield Desktop▲60

    Instant access to your games and notifications.

    2016 · its alternatives →

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    Banqloop▲40

    Smart trashcan of the future

    2021 · banqloop.com · its alternatives →

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    JunkBot▲13

    DYI robots from trash

    2019 · junkbot.co · its alternatives →

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    Desktop Toys▲8

    Bring joy, motion, and a touch of magic to your desktop!

    Dec 2025 · desktoys.lovehealth.space · its alternatives →

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    TrashMe 3▲88

    Clean macOS and uninstall apps

    2020 · jibapps.com · its alternatives →

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    Friendware▲190

    Hey HN, I built Friendware because I wanted autocomplete that works everywhere on my Mac, not just in code editors. In any text field it can draft replies, rewrite text, and write prompts for AI tools; it uses on-screen context to adjust based on what you’re doing. My goal was making it feel native and not require workflow changes, so it stays accessible across apps by living in the notch. Currently working on better voice learning and a memory system, would love feedback on what to prioritize!

    Jan 2026 · friendware.ai · its alternatives →

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    Starbot▲74

    A cute indie game based off of The Little Prince

    2015 · gamejolt.com · its alternatives →

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    Trash Buddy Plus▲4

    A trash enhancer for macOS

    2024 · arifeldman8675309.gumroad.com · its alternatives →

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    folderGo▲91

    Click once. and customize every folder with glassy icons

    2025 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

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    Playsit▲125

    Mobile app for gamers to organize their library

    2021 · playsit.app · its alternatives →

Ranked by how close each launch is in meaning, then by votes. Prices were read from each product’s own site when checked and can change. Refine with your own description →