The Best Open Source Apple App Store AlternativesTop App Stores & App Discovery Services like Apple App Store

The best open source alternative to Apple App Store is Cydia. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Apple App Store and 14 is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Apple App Store are Aurora Store, AltStore, App Lounge and ZapStore.

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  1. Cydia icon

    Cydia

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    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.

    30 Cydia alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Comments about Cydia as an Alternative to Apple App Store
    brandonc
    Positive
    1

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

    Guest
    Negative
    2

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Cydia is a great Apple App Store alternative.

    • Cydia is the most popular Web-based, iPhone & iPad alternative to Apple App Store.

    • Cydia is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Apple App Store.

    • Cydia is Free and Open SourceApple App Store is Free and Proprietary
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    Aurora Store

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    Aurora Store enables you to search and download apps from the official Google Play store. You can check app descriptions, screenshots, updates, reviews, and download the APK directly from Google Play to your device.

    74 Aurora Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
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    • Aurora Store is the most popular Android & Android Tablet alternative to Apple App Store.

    • Aurora Store is Free and Open SourceApple App Store is Free and Proprietary
    • Aurora Store is Privacy focused and LightweightApple App Store is not according to our users
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    AltStore

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    AltStore is an alternative app store for non-jailbroken iOS devices. AltStore PAL is the new version of AltStore, Apple-approved and exclusive to the EU. You can download it if you're a user from that region.

    19 AltStore alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  5. App Lounge icon

    App Lounge

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    App Lounge is the second iteration of the application store embedded within /e/OS. It allows everyone to access millions of applications directly from their phone home screen.

    7 App Lounge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    App Lounge screenshot 1
     
  6. ZapStore icon

    ZapStore

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    It uses nostr to establish identity, linking release artifacts to social profiles validated by the web of trust. This enables secure installs, a new app discoverability layer and developer monetization via zaps.

    47 ZapStore alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    ZapStore screenshot 1
     
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    Mas CLI

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    A simple command line interface for the Mac App Store. Designed for scripting and automation.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  10. SideStore icon

    SideStore

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    An alternative app store for seamless sideloading: no jailbreak needed, and no computer after the initial install, only a WiFi connection.

    3 SideStore alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Comments about SideStore as an Alternative to Apple App Store
    Gaian Terra Canis Rufus
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    Needs computer connection to work

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    • SideStore is Free and Open SourceApple App Store is Free and Proprietary
  11. TweakBox icon

    TweakBox

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    TweakBox App is a method to get in paid purchases from the App Store for free, to test before buying.

    17 TweakBox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  12. iOS Haven icon

    iOS Haven

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    Listing of iOS tweaked apps and games. They offer tools to get started, links you should visit, and hundreds of popular apps ready for download or direct install.

    15 iOS Haven alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Apps, Games, Shortcuts, Themes, Blog, Jailbreaks, and more.
    Specific categories and multiple providers to narrow down which apps work.
    Detail pages which describe hacks, and provide mirror links.
     
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    Passerine

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    Refined Product Hunt Desktop Client 🚀.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Dark theme
     
  14. Marketing Tools List icon

    Marketing Tools List

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    Explore the ultimate Marketing Tools List: Discover top marketing apps and tools . Dive into our comprehensive list for all your marketing needs.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    Home Page of MarketingToolsList.com
     
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