Android Alternatives

Android is described as 'Open-source mobile operating system, seamlessly integrating with Google services, enabling extensive app support and hardware compatibility across brands' and is a leading Mobile OS in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Android for a variety of platforms, including Android, Linux, Linux Mobile, Android Tablet and Self-Hosted apps. The best Android alternative is LineageOS, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Android are Ubuntu Touch, GrapheneOS, /e/ and postmarketOS.

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  1. Paranoid Android provides a unique experience and ultimate customization for your Android device.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  2. Mobian icon
     18 likes

    Mobian is an open-source project aimed at bringing Debian GNU/Linux to mobile devices.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Linux Mobile
     
  3. Fairphone Open icon
     15 likes

    alternative, open source version of Fairphone OS, built by Fairphone, that puts transparency and ownership in the spotlight.

    46 Fairphone Open alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  4. OxygenOS icon
     19 likes

    The new operating system from OnePlus, based on Android. OxygenOS is light and essential with subtle, useful features.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  5. HarmonyOS icon
     14 likes

    Distributed microkernel OS with AI and edge computing capabilities for smartphones, wearables, TVs, tablets, and IoT; features multi-layered architecture, custom device kernels, Linux ABI compatibility, seamless interaction, and resource sharing across devices.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • HarmonyOS
     
  6. Tizen OS icon
     33 likes

    Open source Linux-based platform designed for smartphones, tablets, netbooks, automotive infotainment, and smart TVs, offering scalable compatibility, advanced multimedia, touch support, Application Compatibility Layer for Android apps, 3D UI, and multitasking.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Linux Mobile
     
  7. Android TV icon
     17 likes

    Android TV is Google’s operating system for smart TVs and streaming devices. Android TV makes it easier for people to watch, play and do everything they love on their TV.

    51 Android TV alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android TV
     
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  8. Kali Nethunter icon
     13 likes

    The Kali Linux NetHunter project is the first Open Source Android penetration testing platform for Nexus devices, created as a joint effort between the Kali community member “BinkyBear” and Offensive Security. NetHunter supports Wireless 802.

    13 Kali Nethunter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  9. Droidian icon
     5 likes

    The goal of Droidian is to be able to run Debian on Android phones. This is accomplished by using well-known technologies such as libhybris and halium.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux Mobile
     
  10. Havoc-OS icon
     5 likes

    Havoc-OS is an after-market firmware based on Android Open Source Project, inspired by Google Pixel with a refined Material Design UI. We offer a smooth and stable experience for your device with a selected set of amazing features that provide an exceptional user experience.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  11. AXP.OS icon
     5 likes

    AXP.OS is a more private and more secure aftermarket mobile operating system based on AOSP & LineageOS.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
     
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