The Best CyanogenMod AlternativesTop Android ROMs and other similar apps like CyanogenMod

CyanogenMod is described as 'Aftermarket firmware for a number of cell phones based on the open-source Android operating system. It offers features not found in the official Android based firmwares of vendors of these cell phones' and is a leading Android ROM in the os & utilities category. There are more than 10 alternatives to CyanogenMod for a variety of platforms, including Android, Android Tablet, Linux, KDE Plasma and Self-Hosted apps. The best CyanogenMod alternative is LineageOS, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like CyanogenMod are Android, GrapheneOS, Ubuntu Touch and Replicant.

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  1. LineageOS icon

    LineageOS

     342 likes

    Free and open-source Android-based operating system for smartphones and tablets, designed to enable deep customization, enhanced privacy controls, regular security updates, and broad device compatibility without default proprietary Google services.

    47 LineageOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    Comments about LineageOS as an Alternative to CyanogenMod
    Top Positive Comment
    ivansolanoc
    7

    It is the official continuation of the project.

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Its the official successor of CM

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    granddad
    Positive
    1

    LineageOS is an unofficial continuation of CyanogenMod + the CyanogenMod creators know, that LineageOS exists. It's obviously the best alternative.

    3 of 6 comments
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    • LineageOS is Free and Open SourceCyanogenMod is also Free and Open Source
    • LineageOS is Customizable, Security-focused and LightweightCyanogenMod is not according to our users
  2. Android icon

    Android

     945 likes

    Open-source mobile OS developed by Google, based on the Linux kernel. It supports app development in Java and Kotlin. Compatible with various devices, offering seamless integration with Google services, customizable interface, and extensive app ecosystem for smartphones and tablets.

    45 Android alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Auto
    • Android SDK
    • Android Wear
    • Android TV
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    Comments about Android as an Alternative to CyanogenMod
    SecurityChecker
    Positive
    -2

    CyanogenMod is based off of Android and all of the custom ROMs are based off of Android

    Android icon
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    • Android is Free and Open SourceCyanogenMod is also Free and Open Source
    • Android is CustomizableCyanogenMod is not according to our users
  4. GrapheneOS icon

    GrapheneOS

     151 likes

    GrapheneOS is a privacy and security focused mobile OS with Android app compatibility developed as a non-profit open source project. It's focused on the research and development of privacy and security technology including substantial improvements to sandboxing, exploit...

    31 GrapheneOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  6. Replicant icon

    Replicant

     92 likes

    Replicant is a fully free Android distribution running on several devices, a free software mobile operating system putting the emphasis on freedom and privacy/security. It is based on LineageOS and replaces or avoids every proprietary component of the system, such as user-space...

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Android
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  9. Paranoid Android icon

    Paranoid Android

     34 likes

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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    Comments about Paranoid Android as an Alternative to CyanogenMod
    zannondiego
    Positive
    0

    Because is open source and works fine.

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    • Paranoid Android is Free and Open SourceCyanogenMod is also Free and Open Source
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    crDroid

     13 likes

    CrDroid is a customized fork of Android based on LineageOS bringing a lot of custom features ported from others great roms out there.

    38 crDroid alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  11. OmniROM icon

    OmniROM

     16 likes

    OmniROM is our Android custom ROM variant, feature-packed but always with stability as #1 priority in mind.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  12. Carbon ROM icon

    Carbon ROM

     16 likes

    CarbonRom is an aftermarket firmware based on the Android Open Source Project.

    Features:

    PIE Halo AOKP Ribbons Comprehensive speed enhancements, including Linaro -O3 and processor-specific optimizations Unofficial Voodoo Sound support on Note 2 and i9300 de.

    30 Carbon ROM alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  13. Astian OS icon

    Astian OS

     11 likes

    Astian OS is an operating system that is based on the discontinued Firefox OS, development by Astian Foundation, thus allowing support for mobile devices, TV's, and other devices. Astian OS is completely free and open.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
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    Mokee

     9 likes

    An intuitive aftermarket Android firmware.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
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