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Apple App Store Alternatives

Apple App Store is described as 'The App Store lets you discover hundreds of thousands of applications that you can download for your iOS device. Browse the App Store for games and apps for business, entertainment, and more' and is a very popular App Store in the online services category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Apple App Store for a variety of platforms, including Online / Web-based, iPhone, iPad, Mac and Android. The best alternative is Cydia, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Apple App Store are iNoJB, AppCake, Product Hunt and SimilarSites.

Apple App Store alternatives are mainly App Stores but may also be App Discovery Services or Software Download Services. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Apple App Store.
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  1. Cydia icon

    Cydia

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    30 alternatives to Cydia 

    Cydia is a Debian APT package manager that lets you download tweaks and apps that haven't been approved by Apple for your jailbroken iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch, via repositories.

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    On December 13, 2018 Saurik has announced that the Cydia Store is shut down because of a bug with Paypal and lack of funds. He recommends to remove the saved Paypal info from the Cydia account and assures the users that he intends to maintain the ability to download existing packages. https://www.reddit.com/r/jailbreak/comments/a5wfq9/news_andrew_wiik_recommend_that_everyone_removes/ebpur5a/?context=1

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    Almost everyone thinks Cydia is a great alternative to Apple App Store.
    Guest

    This is not really for apps, it is more for tweaks to your device, but does not provide many actual apps.

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    brandonc

    the user can add and remove sources (repositories) to check for apps

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    Guest

    Cydia is iOS alternative cuz when you jailbreak your iOS you will have cydia

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    iNoJB

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    iNoJB, formerly known as "iNoCydia", is a Cydia alternative made by Colton, It has many tweaks as well as apps from the Emu4iOS Store that require no Jailbreak or PC to install. As of version 2.

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    It contains several ads and phishing links too

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    Almost everyone thinks iNoJB is a great alternative to Apple App Store.
  4. Product Hunt icon

    Product Hunt

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    129 alternatives to Product Hunt 

    Product Hunt is a curation of the best new products, every day. Discover the latest mobile apps, websites, and technology products that everyone's talking about.

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    1.  CrowdsourcedProduct Hunt uses suggestions, information, etc., from a large group of people to improve the quality of the content.
    2.  Ad-freeProduct Hunt doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
    3.  IFTTT IntegrationYou can connect different services to automatically trigger actions within Product Hunt using IFTTT.
    4.  User RatingProduct Hunt supports user ratings and reviews to help you make up your mind.
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    jakeyounglol

    this has nothing to do with the app store

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    Guest

    This has nothing to do with the App Store, because it is not for downloading apps.

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    Guest

    While the Apple App Store is a distribution platform for iOS Product Hunt is a generic website to hype any kind of stuff.

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  5. SimilarSites icon

    SimilarSites

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    63 alternatives to SimilarSites 

    Easily find more sites like those you like. Similar Sites helps you find related sites and alternatives based on community recommendations and computer analysis.

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    App 704

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    5 alternatives to App 704 

    We want you to find the greatest apps available in the App Store and other markets. In the easiest, cheapest and most entertaining way. Enjoy.

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    Softpedia

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    79 alternatives to Softpedia 

    Its main sections are Windows, Mac, Mac PPC, Linux, Games, Handheld (mobile software), Drivers, Mobile, Webscripts, and News. It also covers technology, science, health and entertainment topics from both external and in-house sources, and it provides software and game reviews.

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    1.  FIDO U2F (2FA) supportSoftpedia supports FIDO U2F / passwordless / multi-factor authentication.
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    AppAgg

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    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    66 alternatives to AppAgg 

    A web based Application Aggregator. Support all major platforms: Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo.

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    1.  No Coding RequiredAppAgg can be used without an coding or programming skills.
    2.  LightweightAppAgg consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
    3.  Full-Text SearchAppAgg lets you search for specific words or phrases from inside a document or database.
    4.  Dark ModeAppAgg supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
    5.  PortableAppAgg can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
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    GetJar

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    Discover and play paid apps and games for free.

    GetJar gives you free upgrades for top apps and games using Credit. Earn free Credit by discovering and trying new apps.

    1000's of apps work with GetJar, with more added every week. Join the 200 million people that use GetJar!.

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    Most users think GetJar is a great alternative to Apple App Store.
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    AltStore

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    16 alternatives to AltStore 

    A home for apps that push the boundaries of iOS. No jailbreak required.

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    1.  Ad-freeAltStore doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
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      AppRecs

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      42 alternatives to AppRecs 

      The iOS and Android app search engine that can filter out fake reviews, alert you about price drops, and give you app recommendations based on your favorites.

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