by Adam Mar 04,2025
Aptoide, the independent app store, is now freely available on iOS for EU users. While Aptoide claims to be the first free alternative app store on iOS, the Epic Games Store technically launched first. However, Aptoide might be the first general, third-party storefront.
Apple's tight control over its iOS ecosystem has long limited app store alternatives. However, following legal challenges and the Epic Games Store's iOS launch, Aptoide has entered the market.
We previously covered Aptoide's beta in mid-2024. Now, all EU iOS users can download Aptoide for free. While its claim of being the first alternative storefront is debatable (the Epic Games Store preceded it), Aptoide distinguishes itself with its broader app selection beyond gaming. A unique feature allows users to choose specific app versions, a capability previously exclusive to Android users.
Aptoide's claim to being first is stronger when considering its beta period. The Epic Games Store, while technically a third-party store, is still controlled by a major industry player. Aptoide represents a genuinely independent alternative.
The arrival of Aptoide is significant for those following the Epic v Apple legal battle and the subsequent opening of the iOS app market. Its success will depend on its ability to attract users dissatisfied with Apple's App Store.
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