NoLauncher AlternativesApplication Launchers and other similar apps like NoLauncher

NoLauncher is described as 'Extremely lightweight and minimal launcher for Android inspired by OLauncher Light, and OLauncher in general. It is very barebones and aims to provide only the most basic features' and is a application launcher in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to NoLauncher for a variety of platforms, including Android, Android Tablet, F-Droid, Android TV and iPhone apps. The best NoLauncher alternative is Kvæsitso, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like NoLauncher are Nova Launcher, Lawnchair, Escape Launcher and KISS Launcher.

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  1. Kvæsitso icon
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    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.

    57 Kvæsitso alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    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 VS NoLauncher

     
    • Kvæsitso is the most popular Android alternative to NoLauncher.

    • Kvæsitso is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to NoLauncher.

    • Kvæsitso is Free and Open SourceNoLauncher is also Free and Open Source
    • Kvæsitso is Lightweight and Privacy focusedNoLauncher is not according to our users
  2. Nova Launcher icon
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    Nova Launcher is an highly customizable, performance driven, home screen replacement for Android 4.0+

    67 Nova Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    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 VS NoLauncher

     
    • Nova Launcher is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to NoLauncher.

    • Nova Launcher is Freemium and ProprietaryNoLauncher is Free and Open Source
    • Nova Launcher is Customizable and LightweightNoLauncher is not according to our users
  3. Lawnchair icon
     71 likes
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    Lawnchair is an open-source Android home application based on Launcher3 from the Android Open Source Project (AOSP).

    67 Lawnchair alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Properties

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

    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 VS NoLauncher

     
  4. Escape Launcher icon
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    A minimalist android launcher with a modern, simple and customizable design and optional clock with widgets, support for material UI colour schemes and features such as hidden apps.

    16 Escape Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Block Distraction
    2.  Screen time
    3.  Launcher

    Escape Launcher VS NoLauncher

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

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Minimalistic
    3.  Privacy focused
    4.  Configurable

    Features

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

    KISS Launcher VS NoLauncher

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

    74 Olauncher alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Properties

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

    Features

    1.  Application Launchers
    2.  Launcher
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  No registration required
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Support for Gestures
    9.  Hide apps

    Olauncher VS NoLauncher

     
  7. Smart Launcher icon
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    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...

    66 Smart Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • IT flagItaly
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Minimalistic

    Features

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

    Smart Launcher VS NoLauncher

     
  8. Dumbify icon
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    Experience a clean, customizable, minimalist home screen on your iPhone with this launcher. Choose the most important apps to you, whether in dark or light mode, and enjoy a distraction-free digital experience focused on maintaining your valuable time.

    17 Dumbify alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone

    Properties

    1.  Minimalistic

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  No registration required
    4.  Ad-free

    Dumbify VS NoLauncher

     
    • Dumbify is the most popular iPhone alternative to NoLauncher.

    • Dumbify is the most popular commercial alternative to NoLauncher.

    • Dumbify is Paid and ProprietaryNoLauncher is Free and Open Source
  9. Neo Launcher icon
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    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 :

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • International

    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 VS NoLauncher

     
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    Niagara Launcher gives your phone a whole new look and offers a minimalistic experience to help you to form a healthy relationship with your phone.

    72 Niagara Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android

    Properties

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

    Features

    1.  One-handed mode
    2.  Launcher
    3.  Support for Gestures
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  No registration required

    Niagara Launcher VS NoLauncher

     
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    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.

    65 Microsoft Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Customizable

    Features

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

    Microsoft Launcher VS NoLauncher

     
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    Aster Launcher - the minimalist productivity launcher for focus, productivity, keep your focus on what really counts.

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Aster Launcher Features

    1.  Hide apps
    2.  Launcher

    Aster Launcher VS NoLauncher

     
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