KernelSU AlternativesAndroid Root Managers and other similar apps like KernelSU

KernelSU is described as 'Kernel-based Android root solution providing advanced control over root access, customizable permissions, onboard module system, and systemless modifications' and is a android root manager in the system & hardware category. There are nine alternatives to KernelSU for Android, Android Tablet and F-Droid. The best KernelSU alternative is Shizuku, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like KernelSU are Magisk, APatch, KernelSU Next and Kitsune Mask.

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  1. Shizuku icon
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    Facilitates efficient interaction with Android system APIs by granting elevated access to regular apps via adb or root privileges, leveraging a Java process for speed without modifying the system. Reduces complexity and broadens compatibility for advanced developers.

    7 Shizuku alternatives

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  2. Magisk icon
     133 likes

    Offers systemless root access for Android, enabling non-permanent system modifications, module management, property editing, hiding root from SafetyNet, bypassing integrity and bank checks, Magic Mount, MagiskSU, with an open-source codebase and advanced partition handling.

    12 Magisk alternatives

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    • F-Droid
     
  3. APatch icon
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    Kernel-level Android rooting with advanced root access control, system and kernel patching, support for Magisk-like and custom code-injecting modules, inline and syscall-table hooking, enhanced concealment, and flexible module framework for system customization.

    9 APatch alternatives

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
     
  4. KernelSU Next icon
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    Kernel-based Android root with Non-GKI 4.x-5.4 LTS, GKI 5.10-6.6 support, dynamic Magic Mount or OverlayFS, module and SU allowlist backup, customizable image sizes, bulk installation, frequent updates, redesigned UI, automatic app updates, and hosts file hiding.

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  5. Kitsune Mask icon
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    Kitsune Mask (formerly Magisk Delta) is a fork of Magisk which includes many features. It is still amongst the most highly recommend Magisk forks as it works better than the original Magisk, and was oftentimes less buggy.

    7 Kitsune Mask alternatives

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  6. MMRL icon
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    Android app for personal module repository management supporting Magisk, KernelSU, and APatch, bulk installs, dependency handling, analytics dashboard, file transparency, customizable pages, Edge-to-Edge UI, dynamic themes, and no ads or in-app purchases.

    9 MMRL alternatives

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    • Android
     
  7. SukiSU-Ultra icon
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    Kernel-based root access for Android prioritising security, customisation, and performance, supporting non-GKI and Pre-GKI kernels, advanced kernel modules, Magic Mount enhancements, and web-based management for flexible device control. Designed for regular updates.

    6 SukiSU-Ultra alternatives

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    • Android
     
  8. LSPosed icon
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    LSPosed is a framework for customizing Android with modules that can change the behavior of the operating system and apps without touching any APKs. Modules can work for different Android versions, and are easy to both apply and undo.

    6 LSPosed alternatives

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