Samsung DeX Alternatives for Android

There are many alternatives to Samsung DeX for Android and since it's discontinued a lot of people 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 15 are available for Android so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Android alternatives to Samsung DeX are AirDroid, Vysor, ApowerMirror and Motorola Ready For.

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Samsung DeX alternatives are mainly Screen Mirroring Apps, but if you're looking for Screen Recorders or Remote Desktop Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Mac, Android, Screen Mirroring and Mobile Remote Control. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Samsung DeX.
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    scrcpy

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    Effortlessly mirror and control Android devices on computers via USB or WiFi. Achieve exceptional performance up to 120fps with resolutions above 1920×1080. Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux. Requires no root access. Features include bidirectional copy-paste, recording, and is ad-free.

    24 scrcpy alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Android
    • Debian
    • Ubuntu
    • Arch Linux
    • Fedora
    • Gentoo
    • Alpine Linux
    • FreeBSD
    • Manjaro Linux
    • Nix Package Manager
    • Chocolatey
    • MacPorts
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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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Not even remotely what DeX does. This is just an alternative to having the display and input handled by another device. DeX is about using the phone as a replacement for a computer to provide a full desktop experience by itself. This is a remote desktop like server, but has nothing to do with DeX.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    it just mirrors the screen

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think scrcpy is a great Samsung DeX alternative, some don't.

    • scrcpy is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & Linux alternative to Samsung DeX.

    • scrcpy is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Samsung DeX.

    • scrcpy is Free and Open SourceSamsung DeX is Free and Proprietary
    • scrcpy is LightweightSamsung DeX is not according to our users
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    AirDroid

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    A versatile platform offering remote control, file transfer, notification management, screen mirroring, and device syncing across platforms, enhancing productivity and security without the need for rooting or common network access.

    71 AirDroid alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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    DEX turns your phone into a desktop. This requires a desktop...

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

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think AirDroid is a great Samsung DeX alternative, some don't.

    • AirDroid is the most popular Web-based & iPhone alternative to Samsung DeX.

    • AirDroid is Freemium and ProprietarySamsung DeX is Free and Proprietary
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    Vysor

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    Vysor lets you view and control your Android on your computer. Use apps, play games, control your Android with your mouse and keyboard. Go wireless, and mirror your Android to your desktop; great for presentations.

    25 Vysor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Google Chrome
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    It does not create a desktop like dx does

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Vysor is a great Samsung DeX alternative.

    • Vysor is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to Samsung DeX.

    • Vysor is Freemium and ProprietarySamsung DeX is Free and Proprietary
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    ApowerMirror

    Wireless streaming sends Android or iOS to Mac or Windows, supports Android device control via PC mouse and keyboard, records device screens, captures screenshots, mirrors audio, handles multiple devices at once, file transfers, ...

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    ApowerMirror

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    Wireless streaming sends Android or iOS to Mac or Windows, supports Android device control via PC mouse and keyboard, records device screens, captures screenshots, mirrors audio, handles multiple devices at once, file transfers, annotation tools, and secure privacy options.

    34 ApowerMirror alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    • ApowerMirror is the most popular iPad alternative to Samsung DeX.

    • ApowerMirror is the most popular commercial alternative to Samsung DeX.

    • ApowerMirror is Paid and ProprietarySamsung DeX is Free and Proprietary
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    Motorola Ready For

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    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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
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    This is one of the only REAL alternatives to Samsung's DEX, turns your Motorola phone into a pc if connected to an external display, creating a desktop interface and not requiring any other device. Sadly, it is only for some Motorola phones...

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Motorola Ready For is a great Samsung DeX alternative.

    • Motorola Ready For is Free and ProprietarySamsung DeX is also Free and Proprietary
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    Smart Connect

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    Smart Connect brings your phone, PC, and tablet together like never before. Seamlessly pair your devices and take control of your digital life. Whether you're sharing files, extending your screen, or streaming content, Smart Connect simplifies the way you interact with your...

    2 Smart Connect alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
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    Wondershare MirrorGo

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    Mirror and control your Android device on PC, seamlessly receive notifications, access messaging apps like WhatsApp, play mobile games with a mouse, transfer files effortlessly, and capture or record screens for an enhanced digital experience.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
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    DroidOS

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    DroidOS is a suite of advanced system tools designed to give "superpowers" to the standard Android experience. It functions as a universal Samsung DeX replacement, a tiling window manager, and an unrestricted app launcher that works on any Android device.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    TeamViewer QuickSupport

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    Remotely control mobile devices like smartphones or tablets. You can control the device from your PC as if you were holding it in your hand.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
    • iPhone
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    Andronix

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

    5 Andronix alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
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    This is the only alternative that creates an desktop environment within the phone

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Patricia M Johnson
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    Most progressive and developed application till now in the whole world

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Andronix is Freemium and ProprietarySamsung DeX is Free and Proprietary
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