Best Windows 8 apps: Windows 8 app group test

5. join.me for Windows 8

• Reviewed on: 3 August 12
• RRP: FREE
• Rating:

join.me for Windows 8 is a Metro-style app for Windows PC, laptop and tablet that offers a simple interface into the already excellent join.me screen-sharing tool. Recommended.

4. Tweetro for Windows 8

• Reviewed on: 4 July 12
• RRP: FREE
• Rating:

It's pretty simple, and there's nothing outstanding function wise, but Tweetro for Windows 8 is a good-looking and slick Twitter app for Windows 8 that shows off some of the best aspects of the Metro interface.

3. Docstoc

• Reviewed on: 7 June 12
• RRP: FREE
• Rating:

If you run a small business and are looking for genuine advice from people who have experienced many of the issues you're facing or are acknowledged as industry leaders, then Docstoc is well worth a look.

2. Fresh Paint for Windows 8

• Reviewed on: 5 July 12
• RRP: FREE
• Rating:

If you have a tablet that runs Windows 8, give Fresh Paint a try. It's a fun app that can be used to create cool and interesting artwork. And it's free.

1. Livedrive

• Reviewed on: 4 January 13
• RRP: £9.95-£14.95 per month
• Rating:

Livedrive is now offering a native Windows 8 app for its online backup and file sharing service. The service is pricey, but offers capacity far beyond that of the competition.