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Samsung DeX Alternatives for Android

There are many alternatives to Samsung DeX for Android if you are looking for a replacement. The best Android alternative is scrcpy, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 10 alternatives to Samsung DeX and 11 are available for Android so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Android alternatives to Samsung DeX are AirDroid, Vysor, Wormhole - Control Phone from PC and ApowerMirror.

Samsung DeX alternatives are mainly Screen Mirroring Apps but may also be Mobile Remote Control Tools or Screen Recorders. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Samsung DeX.
This page was last updated Jun 28, 2022
Samsung DeX
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  • Free • Proprietary
  • Android

Samsung DeX ("Desktop eXperience") is an accessory sold first with Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ devices that extends...

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  1. This application provides display and control of Android devices connected on USB and WiFi. It does not require any root access. It works on GNU/Linux, Windows and MacOS.

    scrcpy vs Samsung DeX opinions
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    Scrcpy may be a great app for what it does, however, what it does not do is produce a desktop like interface when you plug your phone directly into a screen, which is what Dex does. Scrcpy is not like Dex

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    Awesome free app. The best of the best!

    Positive comment • almost 2 years ago
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  2. AirDroid is an intelligent device management platform for remote control, files transfer, managing documents, receiving and sending text, receiving notifications, and even screen mirroring on the computer.

    AirDroid vs Samsung DeX opinions
    This alternative is disputed. AirDroid is still a legitimate alternative to Samsung DeX, but it might have issues that some users think are important.
    pressurepoint14

    This does not reproduce even a single feature of Samsung dex. It is a completely unrelated category of app.

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    With dex you don't need any other PC. That is not the case with AirDroid

    Negative comment • over 2 years ago
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    DEX turns your phone into a desktop. This requires a desktop...

    Negative comment • over 3 years ago
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  4. Vysor

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    • Freemium • Proprietary
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox

    Vysor lets you view and controls your Android on your computer.

    Vysor vs Samsung DeX opinions
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    It does not create a desktop like dx does

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  5. Wormhole - Control Phone from PC

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    • Freemium • Proprietary
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

      Control phone from computer with Wormhole. Support PC and Mac, iPhone and Android. Muliti-connection is supported.

    • ApowerMirror

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      • Mac
      • Windows
      • Android
      • iPhone
      • Android Tablet
      • iPad

      ApowerMirror is a wireless screen mirroring app that allows fluent streaming of your Android or iOS devices to any Mac or Windows computer. It can also control Android devices from PC with mouse and keyboard.

    • Andronix

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      • Freemium • Proprietary
      • Android

      Linux on android without root; Kali, Parrot, KDE etc.

      Andronix vs Samsung DeX opinions
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      This is the only alternative that creates an desktop environment within the phone

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      uyzae

      Most progressive and developed application till now in the whole world

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    • TeamViewer QuickSupport

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      • Free Personal • Proprietary
      • Android
      • iPhone

      Provide technical remote support to mobile devices from any Windows, Mac, or Linux computer!

    • Motorla Ready For

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      • Android

      Ready For unleashes the full potential of your Motorola smartphone. Enjoy one-step connection to your PC, remote phone control, seamless file transfers, 5G connectivity, and AI camera access in any Windows app.

    • Dell Mobile Connect

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      • Windows
      • Android
      • iPhone

      Dell Mobile Connect provides a complete and wireless integration between smartphones and PCs. The (gigantic) downside is that it can only be used in newer Dell PCs. You can send SMSs, mirror screen, and more

    • Mirroring360

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      • Mac
      • Windows
      • Android
      • iPhone
      • Android Tablet
      • iPad

      Mirroring360 lets you wirelessly share your Chromebook, iPad, & iPhone screens without the need for hardware – like Apple TV – or cables. Start sharing your work, your ideas, and your latest apps with others using Mirroring360.

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