ZapStore AlternativesApp Stores & Software Installers like ZapStore

ZapStore is described as 'It uses nostr to establish identity, linking release artifacts to social profiles validated by the web of trust. This enables secure installs, a new app discoverability layer and developer monetization via zaps' and is a App Store in the online services category. There are more than 25 alternatives to ZapStore for a variety of platforms, including Android, Web-based, Android Tablet, F-Droid and Kindle Fire apps. The best ZapStore alternative is Steam, which is free. Other great apps like ZapStore are F-Droid, Aurora Store, Obtainium and Droid-ify.

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  1. Steam icon

    Steam

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    Steam provides a digital distribution platform for games with streaming, mod support, and multiplayer capabilities. Developed by Valve, it supports over 100 payment methods, includes Early Access, cloud sync, controller support for major brands, and offers an integrated gaming community.

    66 Steam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • SteamOS
    • Snapcraft
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    • Steam is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to ZapStore.

    • Steam is the most popular free alternative to ZapStore.

    • Steam is Free and ProprietaryZapStore is Free and Open Source
  2. F-Droid icon

    F-Droid

     856 likes

    Easily browse and install free open-source Android apps with F-Droid, a privacy-focused, ad-free alternative. No registration required, lightweight, and allows portable use via USB with dark mode support. Excludes tracking, ensuring secure app management.

    76 F-Droid alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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    • F-Droid is the most popular Open Source alternative to ZapStore.

    • F-Droid is Free and Open SourceZapStore is also Free and Open Source
    • F-Droid is Privacy focused and LightweightZapStore is not according to our users
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    Aurora Store

     324 likes

    Aurora Store enables you to search and download apps from the official Google Play store. You can check app descriptions, screenshots, updates, reviews, and download the APK directly from Google Play to your device.

    75 Aurora Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
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  5. Obtainium icon

    Obtainium

     117 likes

    Obtainium allows you to install and update Open-Source Apps directly from their releases pages, and receive notifications when new releases are made available.

    57 Obtainium alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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  7. Google Play Store icon

    Google Play Store

     624 likes

    Google's official Android marketplace offers a diverse range of apps, games, books, and movies. Accessible via Android devices and web browsers, it features user reviews, secure transactions with Play Protect, personalized recommendations, and integrates with Google services.

    94 Google Play Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
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  9. OpenAPK icon

    OpenAPK

     33 likes

    Repository offering free, tested, and updated open-source Android apps in APK format, sourced from platforms including GitHub and GitLab. All downloads are privacy-respecting, with no ads or tracking, curated for safety and security across diverse categories.

    52 OpenAPK alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Online
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  11. IzzyOnDroid icon

    IzzyOnDroid

     67 likes

    This is an F-Droid style repository for Android apps, provided by IzzyOnDroid. Applications in this repository are official binaries built by the original application developers, taken from their...

    59 IzzyOnDroid alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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    Aptoide

     322 likes

    Aptoide is a distributed marketplace for mobile applications which runs on the Android operating system. In Aptoide, unlike the default Google Play Store, there is not a unique and centralized store but each user manages their own store.

    92 Aptoide alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Kindle Fire
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    APKPure

     126 likes

    APKPure is a totally free APK downloader for Android phone and tablet. Download apk directly from Android market even without Google play store account.

    89 APKPure alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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