The Best Android Launchers in 2021!

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  • There are hundreds of third party launchers available on the Google Play Store, so I thought it’d be fun to put together a list of my favourites!
    Nova Launcher - is.gd/novalaunchersb
    Lawnchair - is.gd/lawnchairtelegram
    Action Launcher - is.gd/actionlauncher
    Hyperion Launcher - is.gd/hyperionlauncher
    Niagara Launcher - is.gd/niagaralaunchersb
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    Time-stamps:
    00:00 - Introduction
    01:30 - Nova Launcher
    03:31 - Lawnchair
    05:46 - Action Launcher
    07:29 - Hyperion Launcher
    08:57 - Niagara Launcher
    10:10 - Final Thoughts
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  • @MysterX79
    @MysterX79 2 роки тому +190

    I'm somewhat addicted to homescreen tuning too - never fully satisfied with the most beautiful setups. I have to get away from this drug :-D

  • @bigmilk13_
    @bigmilk13_ 2 роки тому +125

    YES! Niagara is getting the attention it deserves! I used to change my homescreen constantly, never being satisfied with it. Since setting up Niagara to my liking, I really haven't looked back. The fluidity is phenomenal, and I have always loved having an alphabetical app swiper

    • @justdude8115
      @justdude8115 2 роки тому

      but in niagara it's harder to find app that I need. In normal laucher I simply have folders with sorted apps so in just 2 taps I can open any that I need without searching for it.

    • @Leosayshi
      @Leosayshi 2 роки тому +1

      @@justdude8115 At first glimpse yes but you can set up folders in Niagara to make it easier

  • @Bhargav_Sarma
    @Bhargav_Sarma 2 роки тому +53

    Hyperion was my first launcher and then I moved on to poco launcher. But when I realised how powerful Nova is I don't think I can switch to another launcher ever

    • @harshbopalia
      @harshbopalia 2 роки тому +1

      and after using flora icon pack and nova google companion on my phone to have the discover feed on the left of the home screen I don't think I'm ever going back to using the stock OS anytime soon.

  • @iLadd
    @iLadd 2 роки тому +16

    I'm still using a homescreen layout based on your 2019 setup. Super clean and functional, I really appreciate your videos! 👍

  • @dawn_slayer
    @dawn_slayer 2 роки тому +39

    Your channel has helped alot in customising my phone and also use my rooted phone to its full potential. So, thank you for making the awesome content man, appreciate it

  • @kygough545
    @kygough545 2 роки тому +7

    I regularly use the default Oxygen OS home app launcher on my OnePlus 8, but I used Nova Launcher and Lawnchair Launcher on custom ROMs and my Galaxy S9 a lot. I love how customizable both launchers are.

  • @anggerprabowo8568
    @anggerprabowo8568 2 роки тому +8

    When every tech UA-camrs review and unboxing the iPhone 13 line up, Sam goes wild with the awesome video🙏🏻

  • @dvornikovalexei
    @dvornikovalexei 2 роки тому +2

    Thx to your video i could set up your minimalistic look home screen on my realme gt neo along with notification dots from the video you linked

  • @amrtomoq7261
    @amrtomoq7261 2 роки тому +2

    Your Channel Is Way Different from other Tech Channels
    Love These Videos

  • @xbrandon2252
    @xbrandon2252 2 роки тому +1

    I can't get enough of your videos! You're the best Sam

  • @The_Arby
    @The_Arby 2 роки тому +1

    Great set of home launchers Sam :-)

  • @Yellilaresan
    @Yellilaresan 2 роки тому

    Amazing video brother , What Sony picture profile are you using to shoot all of your videos brother ?Looking cinematic !

  • @davechristie9384
    @davechristie9384 2 роки тому +2

    I used to use NOVA, excellent launcher, but currently trying Lynx launcher and loving it, who does not love a side dock!!

  • @welsan2074
    @welsan2074 2 роки тому +16

    Been using niagara for 4 months now, definitely my second favourite so far after nova

  • @mat_max
    @mat_max 2 роки тому +1

    There's one thing i still want from nova and that is being able to change fonts, specially since roboto feels pretty outdated right now with android 10 rebranding and so on

  • @rohitgusain5975
    @rohitgusain5975 2 роки тому +7

    If Possible, can you make a comparison video on stock launchers like oneplus launcher, pixel launcher, miui launcher, samsung launcher etc.

  • @nishantsaloki8490
    @nishantsaloki8490 2 роки тому

    Good video.
    I am using Niagara in my galaxy z flip 3 and it's very smooth. There is definitely a learning curve but it's good

  • @raynafaigen2150
    @raynafaigen2150 2 роки тому +1

    I already have been using lawnchair launcher from the Google play store since it came out but I haven't been able to get any of the alpha updates I have downloaded to my pixel 4 to actually apply to my phone. I tried installing another launcher to get an idea of what I might be looking for and missing in order to apply properly but I'm at a loss. Do I have to uninstall the lawnchair launcher version I've been using?
    Any help you can give would be great.
    Thanks

  • @SilvioBritto
    @SilvioBritto 2 роки тому +3

    Funny thing: about ACTION LAUNCHER, you didn't mention the major unique feature, that's kinda the major feature also in Android 12 now: the adaptive palette of UI elements matching the wallpaper. They had it since the beginning.
    Great selection, I regularly use the first 4 launchers.

  • @philipp1230
    @philipp1230 2 роки тому +4

    i love action launcher but it is not that stable as it should be but the "hidden widget" feature is a thing i don't want to live without
    and a not so important but still annoying thing is that you can't search when editing/creating a folder that's kinda uncomfortable
    but all in all this is my favourite launcher :)

  • @bhaveshmagan7509
    @bhaveshmagan7509 2 роки тому

    @sam is there a replacement for Teslaunread for nova 7 ? Don't want to upgrade from 6 without this feature.

  • @abdulkhadar4579
    @abdulkhadar4579 2 роки тому +3

    Would love to see a video on Ratio launcher

  • @julieanncenina
    @julieanncenina 2 роки тому +6

    Everyone should give a try on the niagra launcher, you'll gonna loved how minimalist and smooth it is.

    • @prasammehta1546
      @prasammehta1546 2 роки тому

      I bought the premium plan. Amazing launcher

    • @arimulyana
      @arimulyana 2 роки тому

      There's still had bad for the widgets. So basically It's good launcher

  • @samirshrestha1258
    @samirshrestha1258 2 роки тому

    Wow🥺 Loved it♥️

  • @sandias83
    @sandias83 2 роки тому +1

    I like Niagara, clean, practical, with useful and functional features, I stopped using so many customizations, I use all of the launcher itself and I'm satisfied with that, it's perfect for me, I'm addicted to customizations and I was already exhausted from it... I use more icon Pack because Niagara dots are nice and nice...It's stable and fast, with a non-standard layout, organizes the drawer by folders or alphabetically malleable...Fantástica!

  • @coldhanded
    @coldhanded 2 роки тому +3

    Ratio was a cool take on homescreen management before it turned into a paid service. It seems Nova is still the best option.

  • @tubbalcain
    @tubbalcain 2 роки тому +2

    "Total Launcher" out runs "Nova" anytime, but still soooo underrated.

  • @idkatthispoint-s9s
    @idkatthispoint-s9s 2 роки тому

    Tysm!!!

  • @elfundator
    @elfundator 2 роки тому

    Hi Sam, are you planning to create something for foldables? Samsung Fold 3 maybe?

  • @walterisaac6506
    @walterisaac6506 2 роки тому

    Currently using Niagara, and the latest update is the best! ♥️

  • @anubhavgautam1142
    @anubhavgautam1142 2 роки тому +3

    Ruthless launcher is amazing... Light weight and everything you need 👌

  • @okungadeolusegun849
    @okungadeolusegun849 2 роки тому +3

    My favorite is still smart launcher, I've been using the launcher since last year

  • @puneet7768
    @puneet7768 2 роки тому

    Do all these launchers work with navigation gestures?

  • @priyanshughoshjunior8774
    @priyanshughoshjunior8774 2 роки тому

    Hey buddy, I have a little problem here, I cant enable full screen gestures with any third party launcher in my Xiaomi device. Is there any way to fix this using pc or rooting. I don't want to use any third-party app for it.

  • @NinjaAtech
    @NinjaAtech 2 роки тому

    After a long time I get the best video in entire UA-cam..

  • @ekah1500
    @ekah1500 2 роки тому

    Sir can you plz find a way to support navigation gestures on third party launchers... its not working on android 11 (I'm using poco x3 pro). It just don't work with any third party launchers. Pls help S.O.S

  • @bobbyandes
    @bobbyandes 2 роки тому

    Why your lawnchair and my lawnchair doesn't look the same? Using 11 alpha 6.1 but the UI doesn't match with what is shown in this video

  • @ashanurparvez3328
    @ashanurparvez3328 2 роки тому +1

    All time my 5 favorite launcher this video.

  • @ukzuck
    @ukzuck 2 роки тому +1

    will always use my fav Lawnchair launcher...

  • @kanha.sh4
    @kanha.sh4 2 роки тому +1

    I have downloaded ruthless launcher and this launcher is so light weight and feels clean stock androud very minimal under 5 mb and lot of constomization including hide apps function. The best launcher for me out there. Haven't faced any bug since i downloaded in my 3 year old smartphone.

  • @johnfclemmer5200
    @johnfclemmer5200 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this post.

  • @athishathish1692
    @athishathish1692 2 роки тому

    The Series that I follow for...🤩

  • @gordongore4
    @gordongore4 2 роки тому +2

    Does using Nova Launcher use more battery/RAM etc? I've always wondered

    • @SilvioBritto
      @SilvioBritto 2 роки тому

      About Nova I'm not sure, but I have this problem using the Play Store's Lawnchair version.

  • @kevatpandya
    @kevatpandya 2 роки тому

    Can you tell me which were the app icon packs?

  • @yugendhrav7825
    @yugendhrav7825 2 роки тому +1

    Try Square Home Launcher, Best launcher to bring back Windows style Nostalgia 🔥

  • @tk12355
    @tk12355 2 роки тому

    Homescreen at 1:23, where can I get instructions for this set up?

  • @lifeofelorm
    @lifeofelorm 2 роки тому +1

    I fell in love with Niagara launcher
    And I don't think I'm ever gonna switch up

  • @will5459577
    @will5459577 2 роки тому +1

    I've been looking to move away from Evie Launcher for a bit, Evies an amazing launcher but I just fancy something new.. thanks for this vid mate 👍

  • @samuelhall2397
    @samuelhall2397 2 роки тому

    Do gestures work with Nova yet?

  • @sayedraza_
    @sayedraza_ 2 роки тому

    What's the name of the widget that shows at 6 seconds of the video ???

  • @Sebastian-cd8cs
    @Sebastian-cd8cs 2 роки тому

    Can somebody help me out on how he got that iPhone like navigation bar or if he made a tutorial for it??

  • @kjvisual7
    @kjvisual7 2 роки тому

    I can't leave Action Launcher. I like having a blank home screen. But I'm hooked on Quick Drawer, Quick Page, and Covers on my Quick Page. I tried Nova, but I couldn't find how to create the Action Launcher experience I am used to now after I think 5 years.

  • @lordarturo117
    @lordarturo117 2 роки тому +3

    you should look into blloc ratio, a completely new concept for a launcher, i think its great and really cuts down on screen use time.

    • @welsan2074
      @welsan2074 2 роки тому

      I've tried it once, amazing launcher but is pretty heavy sadly, my entry level phone felt slow with the ratio launcher

    • @SlowDIIV
      @SlowDIIV 2 роки тому

      It's a cool launcher but a little bit clunky

    • @felixnelson3860
      @felixnelson3860 2 роки тому

      It has a great concept, good performance and an even greater price - about $50 every year or single cost of $150 - really ridiculously overpriced.

  • @kokoriko580
    @kokoriko580 2 роки тому

    cannot using gasture on that launchers or i just don't know how ?

  • @philipp1230
    @philipp1230 2 роки тому +1

    can you do an action launcher setup video?

  • @treeoflife7151
    @treeoflife7151 Рік тому

    I need a very simple feature that neither one UI nor lawnchair has but Nova do: while searching pressing enter on keyboard opens the first thing on the list. How is this not the default behavior idk. With nova most of the time I'm able to run the app i want after typing the first letter.

  • @neonrain8365
    @neonrain8365 2 роки тому

    Niagara launcher is so good..I was using Nova with zooper widget but when Niagara got released as alpha/Beta(I forgot) I downloaded it on its 1st day and had been using it since .. Untill recently..now I'm just using stock launcher with KWGT widget lol..

  • @cod4787
    @cod4787 2 роки тому

    I am using the Microsoft official Launcher and it is awesome!

  • @syedbilal9965
    @syedbilal9965 2 роки тому

    u have great content n great video quality n all the stuff u deserve so many subscribers.but u have muted colors in most of ya videos change ya background get some lively colours n b lively u ll gain so many followers ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @saisibi6708
    @saisibi6708 2 роки тому +1

    I will tell this here and now. People need to give NIAGRA launcher a try. I thought Nova is superior, and it is. But Niagra launcher is in its early stages. The launcher works so good and it's just super smooth. The future is niagra launcher. minimal and useful. creative people need to make more setups with niagra. And Sam, focus more on niagra will you. Use it for at least a couple of weeks. It works great.

  • @joel.solano59
    @joel.solano59 2 роки тому +1

    Niagara + Diffuse = Minimalist perfection

  • @Onikhasboedits
    @Onikhasboedits 2 роки тому

    Where does he get his wallpapers from
    ?

  • @angeliquebost6886
    @angeliquebost6886 2 роки тому +1

    I'm another customization addict. So I love these videos. But I don't know how to get the exact setup that others use. Can we somebody steer me some where that can teach me how please ty ❤️☺️

  • @mohamedalimezghani9747
    @mohamedalimezghani9747 2 роки тому

    i use Microsoft launcher because it has a hidden apps feature...
    is there any other launchers with that feature?

  • @johnfromafar
    @johnfromafar Рік тому +1

    I've been using Niagara for damn near 2 years now

  • @TechNomadUK1
    @TechNomadUK1 2 роки тому

    I'm seriously looking for a launcher that is smoothest in terms of gestures and animations coz Samsung is known to "restrict" or "limit" animations compatibility with their phones. And one that I can hide apps easily unlike One UI.

  • @techwithizzy
    @techwithizzy 2 роки тому

    For me making my own app icons widget is the best...😌🖤

  • @madhubalan
    @madhubalan 2 роки тому

    My favourite launches are Niagara and Ratio Launcher

  • @evacody1249
    @evacody1249 2 роки тому

    I used to use a Launcher with my Pixel phones and somewhat with my Oneplus 7pro. But sense I have gotten the s21 I just use Goodlocks and don't feel the need for a launcher.

  • @GRIND-sx5jd
    @GRIND-sx5jd 2 роки тому

    Any launcher which support gesture navigation

  • @prakash2814
    @prakash2814 2 роки тому

    I have been using Nova launcher since 2013 and got pro version on 2014 for 50 INR on a sale. Its sep 2021 and my launcher is still the same.

  • @jacobchang4588
    @jacobchang4588 2 роки тому

    I've tried a bunch over the years, and paid for a handful. To date, nothing beats fastkey launcher, which stopped development in 2017. I'm almost compelled to learn to code so I can recreate it.

  • @homie_z16
    @homie_z16 2 роки тому +2

    For those who prefer clean and fast UI, I would also recommend considering Microsoft launcher. It has been my default for over 2 years now and has excellent setup potential.

    • @obidean3964
      @obidean3964 2 роки тому +1

      Nah, too many Microsoft bloatwares packed in the launcher especially as of recent lol ...

    • @homie_z16
      @homie_z16 2 роки тому +1

      @@obidean3964 Yea, you're not wrong. What would be your top pick apart from Nova then?

    • @obidean3964
      @obidean3964 2 роки тому +5

      @@homie_z16 I used to rock with Nova launcher before but after the last Android 11 update, I've left Nova and used stock launcher, no thanks to the inconsistent gesture navigation optimization :(
      The launchers suggested in this video also very good alternatives especially LawnChair ...

    • @shivrajdaund66
      @shivrajdaund66 2 роки тому

      @@homie_z16 ruthless(fav),niagara,lawnchair 2

  • @r1188rhhh
    @r1188rhhh 2 роки тому

    How much battery does nova launcher consume

  • @jezonneserbia6543
    @jezonneserbia6543 2 роки тому

    For me, the best launchers I've ever used are TSF and Lawnchair. However, I stopped using TSF due to lack of updates and support of newer android versions. I switched to lawnchair coz it's very customizable and has fast, smooth interface. Even my old, laggy phone seem to look as fluid as my new ones.

    • @harshbopalia
      @harshbopalia 2 роки тому

      wow, thanks for reminding me the name of the launcher which I was obsessed with TSF is the first launcher i used like 6-7 years ago and downloading it again was like a trip down memory lane!

    • @jezonneserbia6543
      @jezonneserbia6543 2 роки тому +1

      @@harshbopalia yeah. TSF was my favorite launcher for years. I installed it on my older phones: Samsung E7, Samsung Note 3, Samsung J7 Pro. They looked better on that launcher.

  • @zacharylavallee7326
    @zacharylavallee7326 2 роки тому

    Does it affect your battery life?

  • @rohanrishi9409
    @rohanrishi9409 2 роки тому +1

    Do for iPhone/iOS also Sam. Your videos are brilliant

    • @PrinceRevolver
      @PrinceRevolver 2 роки тому

      Might take more time than worth doing.

    • @shahriaar0
      @shahriaar0 2 роки тому

      Customization and iOS don't really go hand in hand lol.

    • @dawn_slayer
      @dawn_slayer 2 роки тому

      @@shahriaar0 so true🤣🤣

  • @tsharma20101
    @tsharma20101 2 роки тому

    Hello. Suugest a launcher which hides camera cutout .

  • @osamashoukat9323
    @osamashoukat9323 2 роки тому

    On third party launcher gesture stop working on poco , mi phone etc kindly made video on solution of this problem

  • @harshalashar786
    @harshalashar786 2 роки тому +2

    While Nova and Lawnchair are the gold standard. People have forgotten it was Holo launcher that started it all. The OGs of the customisation game would know.

  • @centeguahan3760
    @centeguahan3760 2 роки тому

    Been using NOVA 7 for awhile now but it's between that or SMART LAUNCHER that I use mostly. Niagara eh...think I should uninstall today now that you mention it

  • @khanwaqar7581
    @khanwaqar7581 2 роки тому +2

    For me niagara launcher is OP 🔥

  • @user-ry2nt7sf8j
    @user-ry2nt7sf8j 2 роки тому

    Why cant i use gestures instead of buttons in lauchers🤷

  • @divadsn
    @divadsn 2 роки тому +3

    Funfact: Hyperion was built with some people from Lawnchair, yet Hyperion did not use any Lawnchair code :P

    • @divadsn
      @divadsn 2 роки тому

      @@kr6to yes, one of them

  • @venomtailOG
    @venomtailOG Рік тому

    So Niagara is basically an Evie launcher spiritual successor.

  • @combax_techx
    @combax_techx 2 роки тому

    Microsoft launcher is also good, I like how I can have like upto 16 apps below for quick access

  • @cy3311
    @cy3311 2 роки тому

    I've been using Niagara launcher for more than a week I guess, still the best launcher I've experienced...

  • @zulkarnainedharahadi2691
    @zulkarnainedharahadi2691 2 роки тому

    Can you make home screen setup for tablet, please make it...

  • @Yannick9797
    @Yannick9797 2 роки тому +7

    I tried a lot of launchers over the years and always come back to nova it's perfect for customizing everything the way I want.

    • @christopherdavies2285
      @christopherdavies2285 2 роки тому

      Same here, although I like flick launcher too. Nova though you can do everything.

  • @ASarode
    @ASarode 2 роки тому

    Smart Launcher 5 should be somewhere on the list.

  • @jack27nikk38
    @jack27nikk38 2 роки тому

    Hyperion 🥰

  • @marschallblucher6197
    @marschallblucher6197 Рік тому

    I remember I used to use the Evie launcher. It was great. But the development for it was discontinued and was taken off the play store. It doesn't even work very well with later versions of Android.
    I've been looking for a new launcher for a while. I hope one of these Can make a good replacement.

  • @riadh-nh2zi
    @riadh-nh2zi 2 роки тому

    the problem with nove launcher is the gestures can't work on android 11 .....that's bad i hate it .

  • @jonkeener50
    @jonkeener50 2 роки тому

    Nova 7 on my Sammy Z FOLD 3

  • @DhairyaNahiMila
    @DhairyaNahiMila 2 роки тому

    I think you should've added ruthless launcher too....

  • @deeptansukhanra3367
    @deeptansukhanra3367 2 роки тому

    Hi! Regular viewer!!!

  • @BogdanBanilievici
    @BogdanBanilievici 2 роки тому

    Is there any way to customize Emui? Even with shortcut maker I can't change de size of the icon.. Fk it!

  • @hassannoor6185
    @hassannoor6185 2 роки тому

    Niagara is really good. Very simple.

  • @kiranrathod7371
    @kiranrathod7371 2 роки тому

    You skipped widget stacking of action launcher bcoz it makes thing difference
    And also skipped Ballock Ratio as in my opinion it's the best launcher to cut down smartphone usage.
    Also bought the nova prime but still prefers lawnchair because of its smooth animations

  • @Dokzom
    @Dokzom 2 роки тому

    I just can't have these launchers becose of mising gesture controls (home, back, recent aps). But I do use Niagara for my tablet ;)