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APKMirror Installer home screen with Browse files and help controlsAPKMirror Installer file browser listing downloaded APK packages and their sizesAPKMirror Installer file extension filters and sorting optionsAPKMirror Installer package details with version, supported architectures and Install package buttonAPKMirror Installer installation summary with signature verification and Install app buttonAPKMirror Installer reporting an installation failure caused by a signature mismatchAPKMirror Installer showing a successful Thunderbird installation with Open app and Close buttons

Best for: Android users who want a general-purpose store for games and apps outside Google Play

Best for: Sideloading or rolling back mainstream Android apps without Google Play

Free

Free to use; individual games may offer in-app purchases.

 Free + paid options

Free with ads; Premium removes ads and adds a dark theme.

Android, Web Android, Web
  • Installs apps and games without Google Play
  • Large catalog weighted towards games
  • Web storefront for browsing before installing
  • Large catalogue of mainstream apps with older versions kept
  • Variants for Wear OS, Android TV and Automotive
  • Very frequent uploads of new releases
  • Installer app for split APK bundles
  • Store front is dominated by game promotions, including casino-style titles
  • Not focused on open-source or privacy-respecting apps
  • Ad-supported unless you pay for Premium
  • No automatic updates; you check for new versions yourself
Downloadable app, Web application Downloadable app, Web application
Not open source Not open source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Sources

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

Sources

Catalog checked October 1, 2026

“Not stated” means we have not confirmed it. Features can vary by device and plan.