Nova Launcher AlternativesOnly apps from the EU

The best alternative to Nova Launcher is Kvæsitso, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Nova Launcher and 16 are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to Nova Launcher are Lawnchair, Smart Launcher, Niagara Launcher and Ratio: Productivity Homescreen.

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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 Jun 24, 2024
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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

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Kvæsitso screenshot 1
    Kvæsitso screenshot 2
    Kvæsitso screenshot 3

    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).

    67 Lawnchair alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Lawnchair screenshot 1
    Lawnchair screenshot 2
    Lawnchair screenshot 3

    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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    Lawnchair icon

    • 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. Smart Launcher icon

    Smart Launcher

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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

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • IT flagItaly
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Smart Launcher screenshot 1
    Smart Launcher screenshot 2
    Smart Launcher screenshot 3

    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 Nova Launcher

     
  5. Niagara Launcher icon

    Niagara Launcher

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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

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    Niagara Launcher screenshot 1
    Niagara Launcher screenshot 2
    Niagara Launcher screenshot 3

    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 Nova Launcher

     
  6. Ratio: Productivity Homescreen icon

    Ratio: Productivity Homescreen

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    Ratio is a home screen app that ensures you have control of your phone, and not the other way around. Less digital distraction. More focus, mindfulness, and productivity.

    63 Ratio: Productivity Homescreen alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    Ratio: Productivity Homescreen screenshot 1
    Ratio: Productivity Homescreen screenshot 2
    Ratio: Productivity Homescreen screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

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

    Ratio: Productivity Homescreen VS Nova Launcher

     
  7. Rootless Pixel Launcher icon

    Rootless Pixel Launcher

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    Rootless Pixel Launcher is a fork Launcher3 from AOSP with a port of the Google Pixel Launcher ’s features that doesn't require root access.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Holding down on an application in the centre will open up a popup window in the centre of the screen.
    It can adjust for high DPI devices.
    Likewise, it can adjust for low DPI devices.
    Discontinued

    The last version (3.9.1) was released in May 2019.

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Launcher
    2.  No Root Required

    Rootless Pixel Launcher VS Nova Launcher

     
  9. monocles launcher icon

    monocles launcher

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    monocles launcher lets you start programs from your new home screen by typing in a few letters. It's an Android launcher not spending time and memory on stuff you'd rather do. Forked from the KISS launcher.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Light mode. (Screenshot from IzzyOnDroid page)
    Dark mode. (Screenshot from IzzyOnDroid page)
    Search. (Screenshot from IzzyOnDroid page)

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Minimalistic

    Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Ad-free

    monocles launcher VS Nova Launcher

     
  10. Bliss Launcher icon

    Bliss Launcher

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    Launcher originally designed for /e/ OS.

    61 Bliss Launcher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Bliss Launcher screenshot 1
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    Bliss Launcher Features

    1.  Launcher

    Bliss Launcher VS Nova Launcher

     
  11. Simple Launcher icon

    Simple Launcher

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    Launch your favorite apps quickly. This app gives you the possibility to customize your home screen as you wish for the best user experience.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • SK flagSlovakia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    Simple Launcher screenshot 1
    Simple Launcher screenshot 2
    Simple Launcher screenshot 3
    Warning

    The Simple Mobile Tools suite of mobile apps have been bought by ZipoApps in December 2023, and now show some ads, while not being open source anymore. If you're looking for something similar to the original Simple Mobile Tools apps, you should take a look at the Fossify suite of apps (listed on AlternativeTo). More information here: Simple Mobile Tools bought by ZipoApps, sparks controversy over future of open source apps

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  No registration required
    3.  Support for Gestures

    Simple Launcher VS Nova Launcher

     
  12. Shade Launcher icon

    Shade Launcher

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    This is the launcher that presents what, in my opinion, a home screen should be. It has only features that matter yet lacks nothing essential.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    Shade Launcher screenshot 1
    Shade Launcher screenshot 2
    Shade Launcher screenshot 3
    Discontinued

    Last release is from 2020, and the app is not available in the Google Play Store anymore.

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Launcher

    Shade Launcher VS Nova Launcher

     
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