Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Android
- Android Tablet




Google Go is a lightweight version of the
Google Search app, that allows quick searches without the Google Feed and the Assistant. It's 4 MB in size and requires Android 4.3 or higher.





Here is a list of lite versions of famous Android apps, designed for low data usage and made for not-so-new smartphones.




Google Go is a lightweight version of the
Google Search app, that allows quick searches without the Google Feed and the Assistant. It's 4 MB in size and requires Android 4.3 or higher.
Lightweight and fast, yet still packed with your favorite features, the
Google Assistant is now available on Android (Go edition).




Google Assistant Go is a slim edition of
Google Assistant for Android 8.0 and higher which allows you to use your phone hands free. The program comes with all the feature of the classic version except Actions on Google, Device Actions, reminders and controls for smart home devices.
YouTube Go provides a video experience that focuses on offline support, letting you download and share video content locally. Preview videos when offline and share them with nearby friends and download videos to watch later.




Youtube Go is a small version of the
YouTube app, designed for limited data or a slow connection. It offers the option to choose the quality level of the video, share it and even to save it for offline viewing. It's 9 MB in size and requires Android 4.1 or higher.
Google Maps Go, the lighter version of the original Google Maps app. Designed to run smoothly on devices with limited memory and on unreliable networks without compromising speed to provide your location, real-time traffic updates, directions, and train, bus, and city transit...




Maps Go is a web-based version of
Google Maps designed for low RAM devices and slow connections, even 2G.
The app on the Google Play Store is currently available only for devices with Android Oreo (Go Edition), but since it's a Progressive Web App (PWA), i.e. an optimized website that simulates a mobile app, you can use it from any device by visiting the link in the Official Website button.



Gboard Go is a lightweight version of
Gboard that looks and works mostly the same as the full app: it supports themes, gestures and integrated search, however, it's missing features like GIF search, stickers and one-handed mode. The app is available for Android 8.1 devices and it reportedly uses under 40MB of RAM instead of 70MB.
The Gmail you love, now lighter and just as fast. Enjoy a smart inbox that keeps your messages safe and you organized. Receive notifications when mail arrives, then read and respond both online & offline. Plus, find messages quickly with powerful search and lots more.




Gmail Go is an half in size comparing to the classic
Gmail app. The look and the features are basically the same, but this version is lighter and quicker. It requires Android 8.1 or higher.
Facebook Lite offers a light, fast Facebook experience optimized for low data usage that works across all network conditions.




The
Facebook app is recognized as the app with the greatest impact on your phone: it drains battery life, it makes your phone slow and consumes a lot of data and internal storage. So why not try Facebook Lite, its official reduced version, as replacement? It offers all the important functions without its many bloated features in just 1.6MB, compared to the 65MB of the main app.
Messenger Lite is a fast and data-efficient messaging app to reach the people in your life.




Messenger Lite is a lightweight version of
Messenger that allows you to chat with your Facebook friends, make voice calls, send photos, videos and links. It lacks a lot of features, like video chat, chat heads and SMS integration, but it's just 10 MB in size and supports Android 2.3 and above.
Twitter Lite is a mobile optimized version of Twitter designed for low data usage. It's a Progressive Web App that offers a much lighter, faster Twitter experience that works well for emerging markets with limited internet reach or access.




Twitter Lite is a mobile optimized version of
X designed for low data usage. It's a Progressive Web App that offers a much lighter, faster Twitter experience that works well for emerging markets with limited internet reach or access.
With Spotify Lite, you can play millions of songs, for free. The Spotify Lite app is small, so you'll save space on your phone, and save data when using it on the go.




Spotify Lite features a simpler UI, fewer features, and a lighter experience than
Spotify . It also tracks for storage and data and works better on less stable network conditions and lower end Android phones.
Lightweight messenger for Android optimized for 2G and unstable networks, offering free voice, video, and group calls, reduced data mode, and SMS Insights.




With Skype Lite, Microsoft managed to include all the features of
Skype (except animated emojis) in a 13 MB Android app. Unfortunately, in order to use less data, you will get a lower quality for your video calls, but this is what to expect from a lite application. The app requires Android 4.0.3 or higher.
LinkedIn Lite makes it easier for you to succeed in your career. It was especially built to occupy minimal phone space and work efficiently even in slower internet conditions. It’s more than just your resume — it shows the world who you are and how you are building your career:




LinkedIn Lite is a data optimized version of
LinkedIn , which reduces by 80% the data usage. It includes news feed, jobs, profiles and networks in addition to messages, notifications and search function. The app is only 1 MB in size and requires Android 4.4 or higher.




Files Go is another app made by Google that helps the users to free up space on your Android device by cleaning caches, removing unused apps, duplicate files and old photos. It also provides a storage manager to organize your files and a function to share them without using any data collection. The app is available for Android 5.0 and higher
No comments so far, maybe you want to be first?