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BlueStacks

BlueStacks enables running Android apps on Windows PCs and Mac, without requiring a reboot. It supports virtualization for zero configuration, allowing seamless integration between Android and Windows systems, with apps appearing as icons or in a full environment. Ideal for personal and enterprise use.

Main application

Cost / License

  • Freemium (Subscription)
  • Proprietary

Application type

Alerts

  • Bundleware

Platforms

  • Mac
  • Windows
Browser based app store
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The emulator automatically installs sponsored Android apps together with yours

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Features

  1.  Hardware Accelerated
  2.  Compatibility Layer
  3.  X86/x64 Compatibility
  4.  Based on VirtualBox
  5.  App center
  6.  Multiple Instances
  7.  Bluetooth Support
  8.  App Reviews
  9.  Integrated Search

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Comments and Reviews

   
Comment summary: BlueStacks faces criticism for resource usage, lag, and bundled apps. Users report issues like the app not starting and requiring installs to continue use. Positive remarks include compatibility with most apps, high performance, and new features in BlueStacks 3. Suggestions to use alternatives like Genymotion or emulating Android in VMWare are common. Recent concerns include bundling a cryptocurrency wallet and emulation not working post-acquisition.
Top Positive Comment
yaronlavi
0

much better than the competition both in performance and in simplicity!

Top Negative Comment
Shoji VR
6

this emulator has Good compability and performance, it can run most apps, and on 60 fps too BUT Contain Silent Bloatware which install apps to keep using it on free plan

This emulator is good if there is no silent bloatware

[Edited by Shojimeguro, October 10]

fooble

It doesn't even ask!

Guest
1

they sold out, and "weirdly" the actual emulator won't start anymore. do not install

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LemmaEOF
1

DO NOT INSTALL! Just started bundling a cryptocurrency wallet from the company that just bought them out

brad s

that is around the same time it stopped working on my desktop and my firewall started blocking there ads and some protocols trying to run. maybe this is why my firewall is forcing it to crash.

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NejyCR
-1

If you're technologically proficient and adjust the settings accordingly, you can even run multiple instances. Great for those gacha degenerates. There's numerous educational apps on the Play Store, but I don't having to stare at a phone for long periods. I don't use BlueStacks for gaming like many others do.

Guest
0

I was unable to attempt to use bluestacks, despite my desire to do so, because it does not currently (as of 9/5/21 version 4 for Mac) support the Apple M1 chip. I am still searching for an emulator to run android apps on.

OctoAori20
-3

This stupid shit doesn't even fucking install on my goddamn machine anymore. Fuck this app.

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What is BlueStacks?

BlueStacks runs Android OS and apps on Windows PCs with instant switch between Android and Windows - no reboot is required. End consumers can now enjoy their favorite Android apps on Windows PCs. Android apps can appear either as icons on the Windows desktop, or within a full-blown Android environment.

BlueStacks helps PC manufacturers to ride the Android momentum by enabling Android apps on x86-based tablets, netbooks, notebooks, convertibles and AiO Windows PCs. With the new hybrid convertible form factors, BlueStacks completely eliminates the need to carry two devices. The end consumer benefits from getting both Android and Windows at the price of a single PC.

BlueStacks integrates seamlessly with Citrix and Microsoft software delivery infrastructure and with Citrix’s Enterprise App Store. With BlueStacks, enterprise IT can deliver Android apps securely and effortlessly to any end point running Windows.

The seamless user experience, simultaneous use of Android and Windows apps, and multi-touch enablement are built on ground breaking virtualization technology which requires zero configuration and is transparent to the end consumer.

BlueStacks information

  • Developed by

    US flagnow.gg, inc

  • Licensing

    Proprietary and Freemium product.

  • Pricing

    Subscription ranging between $3 and $4 per month + free version with limited functionality.

  • Rating

    Average rating of 2.9 (26 ratings)

  • Alternatives

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  • Supported Languages

    • English

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Our users have written 24 comments and reviews about BlueStacks, and it has gotten 419 likes

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