Apple App Store Alternatives for iPad

There are many alternatives to Apple App Store for iPad if you are looking for a replacement. The best iPad alternative is Cydia, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to Apple App Store and 15 are available for iPad so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting iPad alternatives to Apple App Store are iNoJB, Product Hunt, App 704 and AppAgg.

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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Cydia
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Free • Open Source
App Store
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iPhone
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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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Cydia Features
Jailbreak required
Modules
Unattended installation
Native application
Home Screen
Content Discovery
Nearby Scan
Discontinued
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

Cydia vs Apple App Store opinions
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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Free • Proprietary
App Store
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iPhone
iPad
20 alternatives to iNoJB
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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iNoJB Features
Software Management
User generated
Download old versions
Jailbreak required
Bundleware
It contains several ads and phishing links too

iNoJB vs Apple App Store opinions
Almost everyone thinks iNoJB is a great alternative to Apple App Store.
Product Hunt
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App Discovery Service
Similar Search Engine
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139 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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Product Hunt Features
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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Product Hunt vs Apple App Store opinions
Some users think Product Hunt is a great alternative to Apple App Store, some don't.
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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App 704
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App Store
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iPad
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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App 704 vs Apple App Store opinions
Almost everyone thinks App 704 is a great alternative to Apple App Store.
AppAgg
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App Discovery Service
Software Download Service
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Android Tablet
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Steam
Software as a Service (SaaS)
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71 alternatives to AppAgg
A web based Application Aggregator. Support all major platforms: Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo.
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AppAgg Features
1. Full-Text SearchAppAgg lets you search for specific words or phrases from inside a document or database.
2. LightweightAppAgg consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
3. Dark ModeAppAgg supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
4. PortableAppAgg can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
5. No Coding RequiredAppAgg can be used without an coding or programming skills.
Price Alerts
Discovery engine
Games library
Discounts
Xbox
Integrated Search
Deals
Playstation
App Reviews
Add a screenshot
AltStore
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Free Personal • Open Source
App Store
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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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AltStore Features
1. Ad-freeAltStore doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. Privacy focusedAltStore is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
3. LightweightAltStore consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Appsftw
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Free • Proprietary
App Discovery Service
App Store
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Linux
Online
Android
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iPad
6 alternatives to Appsftw
Search, browse and view apps that are relevant to you. Discover new apps daily.
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Appsftw Features
App Reviews
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AppValley
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Free • Proprietary
App Store
Online
iPhone
iPad
17 alternatives to AppValley
AppValley allows you to browse through apps of various categories. The apps which you can’t download from Apple Store can be downloaded from AppValley. In fact, AppValley even allows you to have the modified (or tweaked/hacked) version of the app that you want to download.
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AppValley Features
Direct install
TweakBox
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Free • Open Source
App Store
App Discovery Service
iPhone
iPad
16 alternatives to TweakBox
TweakBox App is a method to get in paid purchases from the App Store for free, to test before buying.

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iOS Haven
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App Store
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14 alternatives to iOS Haven
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.
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iOS Haven Features
App listing
Direct install