Nova Launcher

Nova Launcher

Android Personalization Nova Launcher
3.9 Popularity

Super customizable home screen replacement for Android

System Requirements

Updated
May 18, 2024
Category
Age Rating
Everyone
Developer
Android
Android 8.0++
Package Name
com.teslacoilsw.launcher

So here's my honest take on Nova Launcher after using it across a few different phones. I've tried pretty much every popular launcher out there, and Nova's still my favorite for pure customization. It's just so damn flexible - you can make your phone look and work exactly how you want. The performance is solid too, doesn't slow down your phone like some other launchers I've tried.

That said, it's definitely got a learning curve. The settings menu is kinda overwhelming at first with all the options. And while the free version is great, you'll want the paid version if you really get into it (it's like $5 though, not bad). I also wish it had more built-in icon packs instead of making you download separate ones. But overall, it's still the king of Android launchers in my book.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Insane amount of customization options
  • Runs smooth even on older phones
  • Free version is actually pretty usable
  • Gesture controls are super handy once you set them up
  • Material You color matching looks fantastic

Cons

  • Settings menu can be overwhelming for beginners
  • Some cool features locked behind paywall
  • Doesn't include many icon packs built-in
  • Might be overkill if you just want a simple launcher
GOOGLE PLAY SCORE
3.9 /5
based on 1,329,935 reviews
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Description

Been using Nova Launcher on and off for years now. It’s basically an app that lets you completely redo your phone’s home screen – like the apps, widgets, everything. If you’re tired of how your phone looks out of the box, this is pretty much the go-to solution. I keep coming back to it whenever I get bored with my current setup.

Here’s what you can do with it: you can change icon packs (there’s thousands in the Play Store), resize widgets however you want, add custom gestures like double-tap to lock your phone, and even change the app drawer style. The Material You color matching is pretty slick too – it automatically picks up colors from your wallpaper. Took me a while to figure out all the settings but once you get the hang of it, it’s like having a whole new phone.

Look, if you’re someone who likes tweaking every little detail on your phone, you’ll love this. It’s not for everyone though – my wife tried it and got overwhelmed in like five minutes. But if you’ve ever thought ‘I wish my phone worked/looked different,’ it’s definitely worth the download. The free version does most of what you’d want anyway.

User Reviews

Rachel Brooks August 18, 2025

This launcher is a must-have! The icon pack support is fantastic and I love being able to change grid sizes. The search function is super fast and the animations are...

Mike Wilson August 13, 2025

Been using Nova for 6+ years and it's still the best launcher out there. The customization options are endless and the gestures work flawlessly. Worth every penny for the Prime...

Alex Thompson August 2, 2025

It's decent but uses more battery than stock launcher. The customization is nice but can be overwhelming for new users. Wish there was a simpler 'basic mode' option.

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