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Murine Launcher vs Mako: catalog facts
Murine Launcher	Mako
Free Free and open source under the Apache License 2.0.	Free Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Android	Android
Stays close to the stock AOSP launcher Search bar works without Google services	Minimal layout designed to limit distractions Runs fully on-device with no tracking
Blur effects only on supported ROMs Deliberately limited customisation compared with heavier launchers	Android only Text-focused design will not suit people who want widgets and icon grids
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: Apache-2.0	License: GPL-3.0
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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