Apptoide, the so-called first free App Store for iOS, is now available for free in the EU

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Apptoide, the so-called first free App Store for iOS, is now available for free in the EU

Feb 28,25(1 weeks ago)

Aptoide, the independent app store, is now freely available on iOS for EU users. While claiming to be the first free alternative app store on iOS, the Epic Games Store technically launched first. However, Aptoide may be the first general, third-party storefront.

Apple's tight control over its iOS ecosystem has long limited app store alternatives. However, following legal battles and the Epic Games Store's iOS debut, Aptoide has entered the market.

Previously covered in beta (mid-2024), Aptoide is now fully available for free download in the EU. Although claiming to be the first alternative, the Epic Games Store's earlier release should be noted.

Aptoide's key differentiator lies in its broader app selection, extending beyond gaming. A unique feature allows users to choose specific app versions, a functionality previously exclusive to Android and now a highlight of their iOS offering.

Despite potential initial skepticism, Aptoide's early beta phase strengthens its claim as a pioneering third-party storefront, especially compared to the Epic Games Store, which, while not owned by Apple or Google, remains controlled by a major industry player.

The ongoing Epic v Apple case and the subsequent opening of the iOS market represent positive developments. The success of Aptoide in attracting users dissatisfied with Apple's App Store will be closely monitored.

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