Nova Launcher Alternatives

Apps similar to Nova Launcher include Kvaesitso, which is free and open source. Other options are Lawnchair, Stario, KISS Launcher and Fossify Launcher. You're spoiled for choice with Application Launchers like Nova Launcher: we list more than 50 alternatives for Android and iPhone.

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  1. HayaiLauncher icon
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    It is a fast, lightweight Android Launcher. It is free/libre software. The app has a very small APK size and currently requires no permissions.

    Cost / License

    Since

    • Since 2018

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
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  2. Lunar Launcher is yet another addition to the world of android launchers. Low memory footprint and clean interface, but large number of features are awaiting. It is fully open-source and built with latest build-tools.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2022

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  3. APUS Launcher, a light-weight and intelligent Android Launcher, is the flagship product of the APUS User System, which delivers an intuitive user experience to 200 million users worldwide. It anticipates your need and surpasses your expectations.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Android
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  4. Ruthless Launcher is a lightweight, yet feature-rich launcher based on Amir Zaidi's Shade Launcher.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Since

    • Since 2022

    Platforms

    • Android
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  5. 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.

    77 Shade Launcher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2021

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
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  6. A simple Android launcher that prioritizes access to apps at the cost of space for widgets (still supports adding a single widget). Your apps and shortcuts can be arranged into categories.

    Cost / License

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    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  7. 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.

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    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2022

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  8. aLauncher icon
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    aLauncher is an open-source alternative launcher for Android TV, built with Flutter. The project is still at an early development stage and may be unstable. It currently lacks testing on real devices and has only been tested on Chromecast with Google TV.

    Cost / License

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android TV
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  9. Transform your iPhone into a dumb phone. Customize your home screen, boost productivity, and reclaim focus with our minimalist launcher. Simplify your iPhone experience with our minimalist launcher.

    76 Lite - Minimal App Launcher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • iPhone
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