Open Source Gboard Alternatives for Android

There are many alternatives to Gboard for Android if you are looking for a replacement. The best open source Android alternative is HeliBoard. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Gboard and many of them are open source and available for Android so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source Android alternatives to Gboard are FlorisBoard, OpenBoard, AnySoftKeyboard and Simple Keyboard.

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Gboard alternatives page was last updated Jan 6, 2026

HeliBoard
108 likes
HeliBoard is a fork of OpenBoard , continuing the project from where it stopped.
32 HeliBoard alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Origin
International
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
+9
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duttyend
Positive commentApr 5, 2025
0
Wonderful alternative to Gboard! I'm not missing anything!
HeliBoard is Free and Open SourceGboard is Free and Proprietary
HeliBoard is Privacy focused and CustomizableGboard is not according to our users
FlorisBoard
59 likes
FlorisBoard is an open-source keyboard aimed at providing you with an easy way to type while respecting your privacy.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (Apache-2.0)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
+3
Is FlorisBoard a good alternative to Gboard?

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6comments
FlorisBoard vs Gboard Comments

Top Positive Comment
João Lourenço
Jun 28, 2023
2
It would take Openboard's place if dev didn't sleep on this project, as it doesn't have basic dictionary and auto correct
Guest
Positive commentNov 19, 2024
0
It is easy to use customize
Review by a new / low-activity user.
isaacsgraphic2
CommentJul 6, 2024
0
It's ok, but the swipe typing isn't great. It doesn't show alternative word suggestions, so you can't quickly correct, you gotta go back and delete. If you don't use swipe then it's a solid alternative.
3 of 6 comments
FlorisBoard is Free and Open SourceGboard is Free and Proprietary
FlorisBoard is Privacy focusedGboard is not according to our users
OpenBoard
68 likes
OpenBoard is a 100% foss keyboard based on AOSP, with no dependency on Google binaries, that respects your privacy.
32 OpenBoard alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Origin
Italy
EU
Alerts
Discontinued
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
+2
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OpenBoard vs Gboard Comments

D33pSh33p
Positive commentMar 23, 2022
0
It's basically the open source alternative to Gboard doing all the same while also being privacy-oriented and trustworty (unlike proprietary virtual keyboards that undoubtedly are not your friend, unfortunately). OpenBoard is a no-brainer and I urge people to try it. :)
Brexshit
Positive commentJan 27, 2024
0
There is a numpad layout but no option to default to it. The defaults (like auto-correction enabled) could be better. But it's still my preferred keyboard, especially as the fork fixes some annoyances: https://github.com/Helium314/openboard
brainded
Positive commentApr 6, 2023
0
It looks similar to Gboard, so doesn't take much time getting used to it. It also looks very clean and polished
Review by a new / low-activity user.
3 of 4 comments
OpenBoard is Free and Open SourceGboard is Free and Proprietary
OpenBoard is Privacy focused and CustomizableGboard is not according to our users
AnySoftKeyboard
88 likes
Customizable Android on-screen keyboard for multiple languages.
58 AnySoftKeyboard alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (Apache-2.0)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Origin
Israel
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
+8
Is AnySoftKeyboard a good alternative to Gboard?

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5comments
AnySoftKeyboard vs Gboard Comments

Top Positive Comment
undeniably_lizard
Jun 27, 2021
4
It took a bit of time for me to get used to but it eventually worked out. A great alternative to Gboard with lightweight (10 MB) and has no unnecessary features (GIFs, stickers etc.)
Top Negative Comment
DL300
Sep 13, 2022
-1
There is no way to get a default keyboard feel. Every single layout option has some idiotic decision like how if you want symbol hints your L key is replaced by an apostrophe. Ignore the shills.
Guest
Negative commentDec 16, 2023
0
Not all languages are maintained. Tamil is unavailable
Review by a new / low-activity user.
3 of 5 comments
AnySoftKeyboard is Free and Open SourceGboard is Free and Proprietary
AnySoftKeyboard is Customizable and Privacy focusedGboard is not according to our users
Simple Keyboard
31 likes
Small open-source keyboard with minimal permissions offers adjustable height, number row, navigation keys, customizable themes, and no ads, emojis, spell check, or swipe. Ideal for those preferring basic functionality without extra features or background data use.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (Apache-2.0)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Origin
Lithuania
EU
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
+7
Is Simple Keyboard a good alternative to Gboard?

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2comments
Simple Keyboard vs Gboard Comments

marioliulion
Positive commentApr 13, 2023
1
Awesome 808 KB size keyboard. Very helpful in old mobiles.
D33pSh33p
Positive commentMar 23, 2022
1
I'd definitely have this over Gboard, but I'd have OpenBoard over Simple Keyboard.
Simple Keyboard is Free and Open SourceGboard is Free and Proprietary
Simple Keyboard is Privacy focused and CustomizableGboard is not according to our users
Fossify Keyboard
19 likes
Introducing Fossify Keyboard – your go-to solution for effortless and efficient typing. Experience a seamless typing experience designed to cater to all your needs, whether chatting with friends or inserting texts, numbers, or symbols.
33 Fossify Keyboard alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Origin
India
Platforms
Android
F-Droid
+2
Is Fossify Keyboard a good alternative to Gboard?
Hacker's Keyboard
41 likes
Are you missing the key layout you're used to from your computer when using an Android device? This software keyboard has separate number keys, punctuation in the usual places, and arrow keys. It is based on the AOSP Gingerbread soft keyboard, so it supports multitouch for...
47 Hacker's Keyboard alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (Apache-2.0)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Origin
Germany
EU
Alerts
Discontinued
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
Is Hacker's Keyboard a good alternative to Gboard?

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Hacker's Keyboard vs Gboard Comments

mekineer
Positive commentSep 20, 2024
0
Keyboard shortcuts like with a full size keyboard!
yosasukeuchiha
Positive commentApr 25, 2022
0
the best to write commands in terminal
Review by a new / low-activity user.
Hacker's Keyboard is Free and Open SourceGboard is Free and Proprietary
Hacker's Keyboard is Customizable and Privacy focusedGboard is not according to our users
Unexpected Keyboard
12 likes
This app is a virtual keyboard for Android. The main features are easy typing of every ASCII character using the swipe gesture, dead keys for accents and modifier keys and the presence of special keys (tab, esc, arrows, etc..).
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Platforms
Android
F-Droid
+3
Is Unexpected Keyboard a good alternative to Gboard?

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1comment
Unexpected Keyboard vs Gboard Comments

Guest
Positive commentDec 16, 2023
0
It can add additional keyboard layout, though its not user friendly to create a custom layout. The drag to select symbols feature is cool. But it lacks auto completion and auto correction
Review by a new / low-activity user.
Unexpected Keyboard is Free and Open SourceGboard is Free and Proprietary
Unexpected Keyboard is Customizable and Privacy focusedGboard is not according to our users
Thumb-Key
5 likes
Thumb-Key is a privacy-conscious smart keyboard, made specifically for your thumbs.
42 Thumb-Key alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (AGPL-3.0)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Origin
International
Platforms
Android
F-Droid
Is Thumb-Key a good alternative to Gboard?

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1comment
Thumb-Key vs Gboard Comments

aseixas
Positive commentOct 30, 2023
0
Better layout for typing on a handheld device.
Thumb-Key is Free and Open SourceGboard is Free and Proprietary
Thumb-Key is Privacy focusedGboard is not according to our users
LeanKey Keyboard
8 likes
LeanKey Keyboard is a software keyboard for Android-based TVs and set-top boxes.
64 LeanKey Keyboard alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (MIT)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Platforms
Android
Android TV
Fire TV
+2
Is LeanKey Keyboard a good alternative to Gboard?
Sumire Japanese Keyboard
3 likes
Sumire is a fully offline Japanese keyboard (IME) for Android.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source (MIT)
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Platforms
Android
F-Droid
Is this a good alternative to Gboard?
Mozc
1 like
Mozc is a Japanese Input Method Editor (IME) designed for multi-platform such as Android OS, Apple macOS, Chromium OS, GNU/Linux, and Microsoft Windows. This OpenSource project originates from Google Japanese Input
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
Mobile Keyboard
Origin
United States
Platforms
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
Chrome OS
Android Tablet
Is Mozc a good alternative to Gboard?

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Open Source Gboard Alternatives for Android

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HeliBoard

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FlorisBoard

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OpenBoard

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Fossify Keyboard

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