Open Source Nova Launcher AlternativesTop Application Launchers and other similar apps like Nova Launcher

The best open source alternative to Nova Launcher is Kvæsitso. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Nova Launcher and many of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Nova Launcher are Lawnchair, Stario, KISS Launcher and Fossify Launcher.

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

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Nova Launcher alternatives page was last updated Jan 7, 2025
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  1. Kvæsitso icon

    Kvæsitso

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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

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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    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 Nova Launcher

     

    • Kvæsitso is the most popular Android alternative to Nova Launcher.

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

    • Kvæsitso is Free and Open SourceNova Launcher is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Kvæsitso is Lightweight and Privacy focusedNova Launcher is not according to our users
  2. Lawnchair icon

    Lawnchair

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

    66 Lawnchair alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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    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 Nova Launcher

     
    Comments about Lawnchair as an Alternative to Nova Launcher
    Akhilesh_T
    Negative •Mar 24, 2021
    5

    I think this is the closest app to Nova Launcher.

    I love it because it • supports gestures • is open source • has many customizations • is easy to use

    Violeta Carrasco
    Positive •Jun 24, 2024
    2

    Following the thread of the guy above, it is very similar to Nova Launcher, it has even more features, gestures, it is free and open source.

    DETAILS: You can only customize the icons with the pack they give you (on their website) and others are not supported. Its aesthetics are very similar to what we experience in a Google Pixel, that is good for me, because it gives it a fresh air and more elegance.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Lawnchair is a great Nova Launcher alternative.

    • Lawnchair is Free and Open SourceNova Launcher is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Lawnchair is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedNova Launcher is not according to our users
  4. Stario icon

    Stario

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    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

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    Stario screenshot 1
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    Properties

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

    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 VS Nova Launcher

     
  5. KISS Launcher icon

    KISS Launcher

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

    71 KISS Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    KISS Launcher screenshot 1
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    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 Nova Launcher

     
    Comments about KISS Launcher as an Alternative to Nova Launcher
    AlternativeThree
    Positive •Sep 6, 2022
    0

    It's a way more efficient way to organize your apps and not owned by anybody.

    Guest
    Negative •May 3, 2021
    2

    it uses a completely different style

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    • Almost everyone thinks KISS Launcher is a great Nova Launcher alternative.

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

    • KISS Launcher is Free and Open SourceNova Launcher is Freemium and Proprietary
    • KISS Launcher is Lightweight and Privacy focusedNova Launcher is not according to our users
  6. Fossify Launcher icon

    Fossify Launcher

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    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

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Fossify Launcher screenshot 1
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    Properties

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

    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 VS Nova Launcher

     
  7. Olauncher icon

    Olauncher

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

    73 Olauncher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Olauncher screenshot 1
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    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 Nova Launcher

     
  9. EasyLauncher icon

    EasyLauncher

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    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.

    53 EasyLauncher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    EasyLauncher screenshot 1
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Minimalistic
    3.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Ad-free

    EasyLauncher VS Nova Launcher

     
  10. Neo Launcher icon

    Neo Launcher

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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 :

    68 Neo Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Neo Launcher screenshot 1
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    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 Nova Launcher

     
  11. YAM Launcher icon

    YAM Launcher

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    YAM (Yet Another Minimalist) Launcher is a minimalist text-based launcher for Android with weather integration.

    51 YAM Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    YAM Launcher screenshot 1

    YAM Launcher VS Nova Launcher

     
  12. Sentien Launcher icon

    Sentien Launcher

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    Quick. Smart. Minimalist. Download the free Android launcher for digital wellbeing and use the smart search feature to reduce clutter and minimize screen time.

    45 Sentien Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    Sentien Launcher screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    The latest version is from February 2020.

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

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

    Sentien Launcher VS Nova Launcher

     
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