DistroHopper • Linux desktop

Name: DistroHopper • Linux desktop
Rating: 3.918033 (302 reviews)
Author: Robin Jacobs

By: Robin Jacobs App

The Linux desktop on your Android device!

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

37,881 ▲ 134

Data as of 2026-08-03

Rating:

3.92

(302)

Version:

2.7.0

Last updated: 2025-10-18

Ranking

#330,273 ▲ 240

Overall

Features & Capabilities

DistroHopper brings the power of the Linux desktop right to your Android device. Originally known as Ubuntu Launcher, this app allows users to experience popular Linux desktop environments including Unity, elementary OS's Pantheon, and Gnome. It offers multiple themes, a versatile search feature integrating local and remote sources, and extensive customization options to tailor your mobile Linux experience.

Ideal for Linux enthusiasts and newcomers alike, DistroHopper is an open-source project with publicly available source code on GitHub. It also encourages community contributions through translations and feedback. If your preferred desktop environment is missing, user interest may prompt its addition in future updates. Transform your Android device into a portable Linux desktop seamlessly with DistroHopper!

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

2.7.0 Last updated: 2025-10-18

Version code:

102

Creation date:

2017-03-30

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW High risk
android.permission.GET_TASKS Moderate risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
be.robinj.distrohopper.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

8.66MB

Email:

an*****@robinj.be

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-03

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 330,273 ▲ 240

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Developed by:

Robin Jacobs

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=be.robinj.distrohopper

Email:

an*****@robinj.be

Website:

http://www.robinj.be/

User Reviews

DistroHopper offers a smooth, fast, and nostalgic Linux-like launcher experience without ads or cash grabs, pleasing many Linux users. However, multiple reviews highlight significant limitations, such as lack of widgets, customization options like hiding app drawer text or changing icon sizes, and bugs in several themes. Users want better support for icon packs, app uninstallation, and widgets to enhance functionality. Some find the disabling of screen lock problematic. While the app has a passionate following, it needs refinements to meet broader user expectations.

Pros

Authentic Linux desktop experience, emulating popular environments like Gnome, Unity, Cinnamon, and Pantheon, which appeals to Linux enthusiasts.
Fast and aesthetically pleasing launcher with a nostalgic feel and no ads.
Simple and straightforward to use, appreciated by users who dislike typical phone launchers.
Good performance and stability on devices like Pixel phones.
Free from in-app purchases or cash grabs, providing a pleasant user experience.

Cons

Lack of support for widgets, which several users expect and find limiting.
No ability to hide app drawer text or change app drawer icon size, impacting customization.
Missing features like uninstalling apps through the launcher and inability to use custom icon packs, limiting user control.
Themes other than Cinnamon have bugs, such as redundant home and applications tabs and inconsistent functionality.
Disabling of screen lock when using the launcher, which is seen as unacceptable by some users.

Recent reviews

Very cool launcher, but for me the fact that you can't hide app drawer text or change app drawer icon size makes it unusable.

Co*****, 2022-01-07

So far I really like this launcher! I'd love to see icon pack support in the future but so far so good! I prefer gnome shell at the moment but I'll definitely be distro hopping in the future 👍