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Best App Store 2026
Facts read 24 Sep 2026 – 13 Nov 2026
App stores help you find, download and manage software for phones, tablets and computers. Use this list to compare a service’s price, platform coverage and store features.
The standings: top 10
| Name | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Steam | 5.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 14 Oct 2026 |
| 02 Uptodown | 5.4 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, Web, Windows, Mac | 13 Nov 2026 |
| 03 Fennec F-Droid | 4.9 | Free plan | Free plan | Android | 11 Oct 2026 |
| 04 itch app | 4.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 2 Oct 2026 |
| 05 Aptoide | 4.7 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 13 Nov 2026 |
| 06 GOG Galaxy | 4.7 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Browser extension, API | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 07 Google Play Games on PC | 4.6 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, Windows | 4 Oct 2026 |
| 08 APKPure | 4.3 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, Web | 13 Nov 2026 |
| 09 Baidu Mobile Assistant | 4.3 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, Web | 13 Nov 2026 |
| 10 Cafe Bazaar | 3.9 | — | — | Android, Web | 13 Nov 2026 |
Each entry lists free-plan, paid-access, review, payment, subscription, analytics and web-distribution details. No score is applied.
02
Uptodown
AndroidWebWindows+1 Record5.4 Visit
03
Fennec F-Droid
Android Record4.9 Visit
04
itch app
It suits players and software users who want to manage itch.io downloads in one desktop library, including offline play for synced browser games.
WindowsMacLinux Record4.8 Visit
05
Aptoide
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb Record4.7 Visit
6
GOG Galaxy
WindowsMacBrowser extension+1 Free plan Record4.7 Visit Galaxy suits players whose libraries and gaming friends are spread across different launchers and platforms.
7
Google Play Games on PC
AndroidWindows Free plan Record4.6 Visit Google Play Games on PC suits Windows users who want to play mobile games with keyboard and mouse controls.
Before you choose
Compare free and paid access
For a store you are considering, review its pricing model together with the Free plan and Paid from fields. Listings can use free, freemium or paid access.
A free plan can help you start without a charge. A paid-from figure shows where listed paid access begins.
Match the platforms you use
The stores listed cover web, Android, Linux, Windows, macOS and iOS. Check that a store covers the device or operating system where you want to get apps.
Platform coverage can differ between a store's website and its app. Use the Supported platforms field when comparing options.
Check store features
This category compares app review, in-app payments, subscriptions and app analytics. Review the fields that fit how you plan to get or manage apps.
Web distribution is another listed field. It can matter when you want to access a store through a browser.
Check for source availability
Some entries indicate open-source code. When source access matters, inspect that field and the licence before deciding.
Questions
Which pricing models appear in this app-store list?
Listings can use free, freemium or paid pricing models. For the store you are considering, review its Free plan and Paid from fields.
Which platforms do these app stores support?
Stores in this list cover web, Android, Linux, Windows, macOS and iOS. Check each store's Supported platforms field for its stated coverage.
Can I find a store with a free plan?
Yes. Some entries offer a free plan, as shown in their listings.
Are open-source app stores included?
Some entries indicate open-source code. Check the listing for that detail and review the applicable licence.
What store features can I compare?
You can compare app review, in-app payments, subscriptions, app analytics and web distribution, as well as pricing and platforms.
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