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The best alternative to Android Studio is IntelliJ IDEA, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Android Studio and 11 are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to Android Studio are Qt Creator, microStudio, Pocket Code and Felgo.

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  1. IntelliJ IDEA icon

    IntelliJ IDEA

     440 likes

    IntelliJ IDEA is the JetBrains IDE for pro development in Java and Kotlin. Built for your comfort, it unlocks productivity, ensures quality code, supports cutting-edge tech, and protects your privacy.

    59 IntelliJ IDEA alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    IntelliJ IDEA interface overview: the Project tool window (left) outlines the code structure and the Editor (right) is used to read, write, and explore the source code.
     
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    Comments about IntelliJ IDEA as an Alternative to Android Studio
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    many recommendations by programmers working in this field for years, they all suggested on their youtube platform to go for it.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    madpetro
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    Android Studio is already a build of IntelliJ IDEA with a default configuration aimed at Android Development so, really, the comparison comes down to whether you want to exclusively develop Android (go Android Studio) or want to use the IDE for other languages and situations as well (go IntelliJ)

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    • Almost everyone thinks IntelliJ IDEA is a great Android Studio alternative.

    • IntelliJ IDEA is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Android Studio.

    • IntelliJ IDEA is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Android Studio.

    • IntelliJ IDEA is Freemium and Open SourceAndroid Studio is Free and Open Source
    • IntelliJ IDEA is Privacy focusedAndroid Studio is not according to our users
  2. Qt Creator icon

    Qt Creator

     112 likes

    Qt Creator is a cross-platform integrated development environment (IDE) built for the maximum developer experience. Qt Creator runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS desktop operating systems and allows developers to create software across desktop, mobile, and embedded platforms.

    129 Qt Creator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    • Most users think Qt Creator is a great Android Studio alternative.

    • Qt Creator is the most popular commercial alternative to Android Studio.

    • Qt Creator is Paid and Open SourceAndroid Studio is Free and Open Source
  5. Pocket Code icon

    Pocket Code

     19 likes

    Pocket Code allows you to create your own games, animations, interactive music videos, and many kind of other apps, directly on your phone or tablet.

    21 Pocket Code alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
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    • Pocket Code is the most popular Android & iPhone alternative to Android Studio.

    • Pocket Code is Free and Open SourceAndroid Studio is also Free and Open Source
    • Pocket Code is Privacy focusedAndroid Studio is not according to our users
  6. Felgo icon

    Felgo

     7 likes

    Felgo is a Cross-Platform Development SDK based on the popular Qt framework. Felgo Apps and Games are created within the Qt Creator.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
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  7. Appmost icon

    Appmost

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    We are currently revolutionizing how to build native apps for iOS and Android. Our Low-Code Studio makes developing apps so much easier.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  9. Kodika icon

    Kodika

     1 like

    Kodika.io makes iOS App development as easy as drag-and-drop! Create unique, native iPhone applications with no coding skills required! Drag-and-drop design elements to create custom screens and connect code blocks to give them life by adding logic and later live test your apps...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    appSpotr

     1 like

    AppSpotr enables you to Build, Preview & Publish your native iOS & Android apps for free. Without writing a single line of code.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    appenguin

     15 likes

    Turn the most complex web application or website to into an Android app in minutes, for free! 🐧.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
    Web app
     
  12. apprat.io icon

    apprat.io

     1 like

    Build apps for iOS, Android, and the web without any code.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  13. MySocialApp icon

    MySocialApp

     2 likes

    Build scalable social networking app. MySocialApp is simple, powerful APIs are used by some of the largest and most popular apps. SDK available for Android, iOS, Java, Swift, Kotlin, Javascript, Ruby, Go, Python, PHP.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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