Apex Launcher AlternativesApplication Launchers and other similar apps like Apex Launcher

Apex Launcher is described as 'Powerful, fast, and highly customizable home replacement for Android 4.0+' and is a application launcher in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Apex Launcher for a variety of platforms, including Android, F-Droid, Android Tablet, Android TV and Fire TV apps. The best Apex Launcher alternative is Kvæsitso, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Apex Launcher are Nova Launcher, Lawnchair, KISS Launcher and Smart Launcher.

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Apex Launcher alternatives page was last updated Nov 25, 2023
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  1. Kvæsitso icon

    Kvæsitso

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    Kvæsitso is a launcher application for Android which replaces the device's default home screen. It has been built from scratch, meaning it is not based on the AOSP launcher (like many other third party launchers) nor does it try to recreate this launcher.

    57 Kvæsitso alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Kvæsitso screenshot 1
    Kvæsitso screenshot 2
    Kvæsitso screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Application Launchers
    2.  Launcher
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Support for Gestures
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

    Kvæsitso VS Apex Launcher

     

    • Kvæsitso is the most popular Android alternative to Apex Launcher.

    • Kvæsitso is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Apex Launcher.

    • Kvæsitso is Free and Open SourceApex Launcher is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Kvæsitso is Lightweight and Privacy focusedApex Launcher is not according to our users
  2. Nova Launcher icon

    Nova Launcher

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    Nova Launcher is an highly customizable, performance driven, home screen replacement for Android 4.0+

    68 Nova Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Nova Launcher screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Application Launchers
    2.  Launcher
    3.  Home Screen
    4.  Material design
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Support for Gestures
    7.  Swipe dock
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Works Offline

    Nova Launcher VS Apex Launcher

     

    • Nova Launcher is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Apex Launcher.

    • Nova Launcher is Freemium and ProprietaryApex Launcher is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Nova Launcher is Customizable and LightweightApex Launcher is not according to our users
  4. Lawnchair icon

    Lawnchair

     74 likes
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    Lawnchair is an open-source Android home application based on Launcher3 from the Android Open Source Project (AOSP).

    68 Lawnchair alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Lawnchair screenshot 1
    Lawnchair screenshot 2
    Lawnchair screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Privacy focused
    4.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Application Launchers
    3.  App listing
    4.  Home Screen
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Launcher
    7.  Integrated Search
    8.  No Root Required
    9.  Works Offline
    10.  No registration required
    11.  No Tracking
    12.  Support for Gestures

    Lawnchair VS Apex Launcher

     
  5. KISS Launcher icon

    KISS Launcher

     51 likes
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    KISS is a fast launcher for your Android. Search through your apps, contacts and settings lightning fast.

    70 KISS Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    KISS Launcher screenshot 1
    KISS Launcher screenshot 2
    KISS Launcher screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Minimalistic
    3.  Privacy focused
    4.  Configurable

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Launcher
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Root required

    KISS Launcher VS Apex Launcher

     
  6. Smart Launcher icon

    Smart Launcher

     46 likes
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    We designed Smart Launcher for people who need a more efficient and smart way to use their Android devices. Smart Launcher is an home screen replacement that automatically sorts your app into categories and integrates modern solutions to let you perform your daily tasks faster...

    67 Smart Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • IT flagItaly
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Smart Launcher screenshot 1
    Smart Launcher screenshot 2
    Smart Launcher screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Minimalistic

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  No registration required
    3.  No Tracking
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Launcher

    Smart Launcher VS Apex Launcher

     
  7. Olauncher icon

    Olauncher

     18 likes
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    Minimal AF (ad-free) launcher app for Android.

    75 Olauncher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Olauncher screenshot 1
    Olauncher screenshot 2
    Olauncher screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Minimalistic
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Privacy focused
    4.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Application Launchers
    2.  Launcher
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  No registration required
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Support for Gestures
    9.  Hide apps

    Olauncher VS Apex Launcher

     
  9. Niagara Launcher icon

    Niagara Launcher

     10 likes
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    Niagara Launcher gives your phone a whole new look and offers a minimalistic experience to help you to form a healthy relationship with your phone.

    73 Niagara Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    Niagara Launcher screenshot 1
    Niagara Launcher screenshot 2
    Niagara Launcher screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Support for Themes
    3.  Privacy focused
    4.  Minimalistic

    Features

    1.  One-handed mode
    2.  Launcher
    3.  Support for Gestures
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  No registration required

    Niagara Launcher VS Apex Launcher

     
  10. Microsoft Launcher icon

    Microsoft Launcher

     22 likes
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    Microsoft Launcher provides a new home screen experience that empowers you to be more productive on your Android device. Microsoft Launcher is highly customizable, allowing you to organize everything on your phone.

    66 Microsoft Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Microsoft Launcher screenshot 1
    Microsoft Launcher screenshot 2
    Microsoft Launcher screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Support for Gestures
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Integrated Search
    4.  Continue on PC
    5.  Activity history
    6.  Custom widgets

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  11. Neo Launcher icon

    Neo Launcher

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    Neo Launcher is a fork of AOSP's launcher for power users. It is highly configurable, and offers you a lot of functionality. Some are :

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Neo Launcher screenshot 1
    Neo Launcher screenshot 2
    Neo Launcher screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Support for Themes
    3.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Support for Gestures
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  No registration required
    8.  Launcher

    Neo Launcher VS Apex Launcher

     
  12. Ratio: Productivity Homescreen icon

    Ratio: Productivity Homescreen

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    Ratio is a home screen app that ensures you have control of your phone, and not the other way around. Less digital distraction. More focus, mindfulness, and productivity.

    64 Ratio: Productivity Homescreen alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Ratio: Productivity Homescreen screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Launcher

    Ratio: Productivity Homescreen VS Apex Launcher

     
  13. Action Launcher icon

    Action Launcher

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    Action Launcher is a launcher that captures the material design of Google Now and adds tons of customization options.

    68 Action Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • AU flagAustralia

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Action Launcher screenshot 1
    Action Launcher screenshot 2
    Action Launcher screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Launcher
    2.  Material design

    Action Launcher VS Apex Launcher

     
  14. Focus Launcher icon

    Focus Launcher

     3 likes
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    A minimalist Android Launcher built with Jetpack Compose.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    Focus Launcher screenshot 1
    Focus Launcher screenshot 2
    Focus Launcher screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Minimalistic

    Features

    1.  Support for Gestures
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Ad-free

    Focus Launcher VS Apex Launcher

     
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