Kvaesitso is a free and open source Android launcher built around search, so instead of hunting through app drawers and home screens you just start typing or swipe up to find what you need. It replaces your default home screen and lets you launch apps, contacts, files, and more from one search bar.
Developer: MM2-0 · License: GPL-3.0 (open source) · Price: Free
Before you start: if you want all features (including those relying on non-FOSS external APIs), add MM20's F-Droid repository at https://fdroid.mm20.de/repo/ in your F-Droid client, or scan the QR code on the project's GitHub page. If you just want the base version, you can install Kvaesitso straight from the official F-Droid repository, from IzzyOnDroid's repository, or by downloading the APK from the GitHub releases page and installing it manually.
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Key features
- Search-focused interface for launching apps and finding content fast
- Works on Android 8.0 or higher, with best experience on a Google Pixel running Android 11+
- Feature-complete builds available through MM20's own F-Droid repository
- Debug tools built in, including a crash reporter and debug info export under Settings > Debug
- Actively translated by the community, with translation status tracked publicly
Why isn’t Kvaesitso on Google Play?
Kvaesitso is published by its developer on GitHub and distributed through F-Droid, including the official F-Droid repository and MM20's own repository for the feature-complete build, rather than through Google Play.
Is Kvaesitso safe?
Kvaesitso is open source under the GPL-3.0 license (with some SDK modules under Apache 2.0), and this page links to the official release files from the developer's GitHub repository. The version in the official F-Droid repository has non-FOSS external API features removed, so if you want the full feature set you need to add MM20's own F-Droid repository or install the APK manually. Kvaesitso comes straight from its developer rather than through Google Play, so it hasn’t gone through Google’s app review. As with any app, check the permissions it asks for and install it if you’re comfortable with them.
How to install
- Tap the download button above: the APK file downloads straight to your phone.
- When Android asks, allow your browser to install unknown apps.
- Open the file and tap Install.
FAQ
Is Kvaesitso free?
Yes. It is free and open source software licensed under GPL-3.0 (with some SDK components under Apache 2.0).
How do I get the full version with all features?
Install an F-Droid client, then add MM20's repository at https://fdroid.mm20.de/repo/. The version in the main F-Droid repository has features that depend on non-FOSS external APIs removed.
What Android version do I need?
Android 8.0 or higher is required. The developer recommends a Google Pixel device running Android 11 or higher for the best experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kvaesitso free?
Yes. It is free and open source software licensed under GPL-3.0 (with some SDK components under Apache 2.0).
How do I get the full version with all features?
Install an F-Droid client, then add MM20's repository at https://fdroid.mm20.de/repo/. The version in the main F-Droid repository has features that depend on non-FOSS external APIs removed.
What Android version do I need?
Android 8.0 or higher is required. The developer recommends a Google Pixel device running Android 11 or higher for the best experience.
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