alternative, open source version of Fairphone OS, built by Fairphone, that puts transparency and ownership in the spotlight.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Netherlands
EUPlatforms
- Android
Android Alternatives
One of the most popular alternatives to Android is GrapheneOS, which is free and open source. Other popular alternatives are LineageOS, /e/, Nura (postmarketOS) and CalyxOS. Operating Systems like Android are a crowded field, with more than 50 alternatives for Android, Linux, self-hosting, iPhone and Chrome OS.
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- 47 Fairphone Open alternatives
Paranoid Android provides a unique experience and ultimate customization for your Android device.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Android
- Android Tablet
India
44 Mobian alternativesMobian is a project to port the Debian Linux distribution running the mainline Linux kernel to smartphones and tablets.
- Global
+4
Distributed microkernel OS with AI and edge computing capabilities for smartphones, wearables, TVs, tablets, and IoT; features multi-layered architecture, custom device kernels, Linux ABI compatibility, seamless interaction, and resource sharing across devices.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- HarmonyOS
China
57 PureOS alternativesAn operating system that respects your rights to privacy, security, and freedom, by design.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Linux
- Linux Mobile
United States
45 OxygenOS alternativesThe new operating system from OnePlus, based on Android. OxygenOS is light and essential with subtle, useful features.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Android
- China
53 Android TV alternativesAndroid TV is Google’s operating system for smart TVs and streaming devices. Android TV makes it easier for people to watch, play and do everything they love on their TV.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Android TV
- United States
82 Tizen OS alternativesOpen source Linux-based platform designed for smartphones, tablets, netbooks, automotive infotainment, and smart TVs, offering scalable compatibility, advanced multimedia, touch support, Application Compatibility Layer for Android apps, 3D UI, and multitasking.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Linux
- Linux Mobile
- United States
9 Droidian alternativesThe goal of Droidian is to be able to run Debian on Android phones. This is accomplished by using well-known technologies such as libhybris and halium.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Linux Mobile
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Ubuntu Touch is made and maintained by UBports. It is a free and open source mobile OS for you! Meanwhile we care about your privacy and freedom.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Platforms
- Linux
Havoc-OS is an after-market firmware based on Android Open Source Project, inspired by Google Pixel with a refined Material Design UI. We offer a smooth and stable experience for your device with a selected set of amazing features that provide an exceptional user experience.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Android
13 Kali Nethunter alternativesThe Kali Linux NetHunter project is the first Open Source Android penetration testing platform for Nexus devices, created as a joint effort between the Kali community member “BinkyBear” and Offensive Security. NetHunter supports Wireless 802.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Android
