Magisk AlternativesAndroid Root Managers and other similar apps like Magisk

Magisk is described as 'Provides systemless root access, module installation, system property editing, and evasion of SafetyNet or integrity checks while keeping source fully open' and is a very popular android root manager in the os & utilities category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Magisk for Android, Android Tablet, Windows and F-Droid. The best Magisk alternative is Shizuku, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Magisk are Kitsune Mask, APatch, KernelSU and KingoRoot.

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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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    • Android
     
  2. 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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    • Discontinued

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    • Android
     
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    Kitsune Mask vs Magisk Comments
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    More compatibility to hide root

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    • Kitsune Mask is Free and Open SourceMagisk is also Free and Open Source
  3. APatch icon
     5 likes

    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.

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
     
  4. KernelSU icon
     6 likes

    Kernel-based Android root solution running inside the Linux kernel, offering enhanced access control, permission customization, pluggable metamodule system, systemless modifications via overlayfs, open-source licensing, and security-focused root privilege management.

    9 KernelSU alternatives

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    • Android
     
  5. KingoRoot icon
     25 likes

    Facilitates one-click rooting for a wide range of Android devices through APK or Windows PC methods, manages superuser access and app permissions, offers root removal options, and provides a simple user interface for free download.

    6 KingoRoot alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Warning

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    • Windows
    • Android
     
  6. Previously known as Fox's Magisk Module Manager (FoxMMM), this app helps users find, install "Magisk Modules" - powerful little zips/apps for your device that plug into the Magisk framework.

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    • Android
     
  7. 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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    • Android
     
  8. MMRL icon
     2 likes

    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
     
  9. LSPosed icon
     3 likes

    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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    • Discontinued

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  10. 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.

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    • Android
     
  11. Unlock root access on Android devices easily to uninstall bloatware, block ads, run exclusive root apps, install custom ROMs, and update to newer Android versions not yet available otherwise. Includes backup, unroot, device compatibility checks, and customer support.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
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