Command Stick Alternatives

Command Stick is described as 'Floating widget operated by dragging through its four sections. Fluid, patented, gesture-based controls significantly improve on Android’s standard UI by removing the need to reach for the notification shade, creating a far more ergonomic and flexible experience' and is an app. There are more than 25 alternatives to Command Stick for a variety of platforms, including Android, F-Droid, Android Tablet, Google Chrome and iPhone apps. The best Command Stick alternative is Nova Launcher, which is free. Other great apps like Command Stick are Kvæsitso, Lawnchair, Stario and Fossify Launcher.

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Command Stick alternatives are mainly Application Launchers but may also be Note-taking Tools or Mind Mapping Tools.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Command Stick.
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Command Stick is a floating widget operated by dragging through its four sections. Fluid, patented, gesture-based controls significantly improve on Android’s standard UI by removing the need to reach for the notification...

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Command Stick alternatives page was last updated Jan 7, 2025
  1. Nova Launcher icon
     170 likes

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

    68 Nova Launcher alternatives
    Nova Launcher screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet

    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 iconCommand Stick Icon

    Nova Launcher VS Command Stick

    Is Nova Launcher a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
    • Nova Launcher is the most popular Android & Android Tablet alternative to Command Stick.

    • Nova Launcher is the most popular free alternative to Command Stick.

    • Nova Launcher is Freemium and ProprietaryCommand Stick is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Nova Launcher is Customizable and LightweightCommand Stick is not according to our users
  2. Kvæsitso icon
     48 likes

    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.

    59 Kvæsitso alternatives
    Kvæsitso screenshot 1
    Kvæsitso screenshot 2
    +3
    Kvæsitso screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    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 iconCommand Stick Icon

    Kvæsitso VS Command Stick

    Is Kvæsitso a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
    • Kvæsitso is the most popular Open Source alternative to Command Stick.

    • Kvæsitso is Free and Open SourceCommand Stick is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Kvæsitso is Lightweight and Privacy focusedCommand Stick is not according to our users
  3. Lawnchair icon
     64 likes

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

    69 Lawnchair alternatives
    Lawnchair screenshot 1
    Lawnchair screenshot 2
    Lawnchair screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Privacy focused

    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 iconCommand Stick Icon

    Lawnchair VS Command Stick

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  4. Stario icon
     13 likes

    Discover a minimalist launcher providing personalized theming, built-in media player, note-taking, and RSS reader. Enjoy full privacy with no data collection, optional gesture-based accessibility, and customizable widget support, all freely available for an elegant smartphone experience.

    51 Stario alternatives
    Stario screenshot 1
    Stario screenshot 2
    +4
    Stario screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android

    Properties

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

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Support for Gestures
    7.  Launcher
    8.  Built-in media player
    9.  Integrated Search
    10.  Built-in RSS reader
    Stario iconCommand Stick Icon

    Stario VS Command Stick

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  5. Fossify Launcher icon
     9 likes

    Discover Fossify Launcher for a smooth, efficient home screen experience. Enjoy full customization options, widget support, and privacy-first design with no intrusive permissions or internet access, all while ensuring fast navigation and app management.

    54 Fossify Launcher alternatives
    Fossify Launcher screenshot 1
    Fossify Launcher screenshot 2
    Fossify Launcher screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Properties

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

    Features

    1.  Home Screen
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Launcher
    4.  Widgets
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  No registration required
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  Hide apps
    10.  Favorites
    Fossify Launcher iconCommand Stick Icon

    Fossify Launcher VS Command Stick

    Is Fossify Launcher a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
  6. KISS Launcher icon
     51 likes

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

    71 KISS Launcher alternatives
    KISS Launcher screenshot 1
    KISS Launcher screenshot 2
    +7
    KISS Launcher screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

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

    KISS Launcher VS Command Stick

    Is KISS Launcher a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
  7. Olauncher icon
     17 likes

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

    72 Olauncher alternatives
    Olauncher screenshot 1
    Olauncher screenshot 2
    Olauncher screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Properties

    1.  Minimalistic
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Application Launchers
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Launcher
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Hide apps
    Olauncher iconCommand Stick Icon

    Olauncher VS Command Stick

    Is Olauncher a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
  8. Widget-Board icon
     20 likes

    Widget Board is a productivity tool that lets you create custom boards with your favorite widgets such as tasks, notes, media, date & time, weather, calendar and so much more!.

    47 Widget-Board alternatives
    Widget-Board screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Context Chrome Extension
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    Widget-Board Features

    1.  Brainstorming
    2.  Upload images
    3.  Widgets
    Widget-Board iconCommand Stick Icon

    Widget-Board VS Command Stick

    Is Widget-Board a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
    • Widget-Board is the most popular Web-based & SaaS alternative to Command Stick.

    • Widget-Board is Freemium and ProprietaryCommand Stick is also Freemium and Proprietary
  9. Smart Launcher icon
     43 likes

    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
    Smart Launcher screenshot 1
    Smart Launcher screenshot 2
    +4
    Smart Launcher screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes

    Features

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

    Smart Launcher VS Command Stick

    Is Smart Launcher a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
  10. EasyLauncher icon
     6 likes

    Easy Launcher — the minimalist productivity launcher for focus, productivity, keep your focus on what really counts. We try to balance customizability and minimalization well still being simple.

    52 EasyLauncher alternatives
    EasyLauncher screenshot 1
    EasyLauncher screenshot 2
    +6
    EasyLauncher screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Ad-free
    EasyLauncher iconCommand Stick Icon

    EasyLauncher VS Command Stick

    Is EasyLauncher a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
  11. Neo Launcher icon
     12 likes

    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 :

    68 Neo Launcher alternatives
    Neo Launcher screenshot 1
    Neo Launcher screenshot 2
    +5
    Neo Launcher screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    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 iconCommand Stick Icon

    Neo Launcher VS Command Stick

    Is Neo Launcher a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
  12. Microsoft Launcher icon
     22 likes

    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
    Microsoft Launcher screenshot 1
    Microsoft Launcher screenshot 2
    +2
    Microsoft Launcher screenshot 3

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes

    Features

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

    Microsoft Launcher VS Command Stick

    Is Microsoft Launcher a good alternative to Command Stick?
     
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