Debian noroot

Name: Debian noroot
Rating: 3.79 (7701 reviews)
Author: pelya

By: pelya App

Debian - no root required!

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

686,249 ▲ 34

Data as of 2026-08-02

Rating:

3.79 ▲ 0.04

(7,701)

Version:

20.07.22

Last updated: 2020-07-22

Ranking

#83,176 ▼ 82

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Debian Noroot offers a way to install the Debian Buster distribution with the lightweight Xfce desktop environment on your Android device without needing root access. This compatibility layer, based on PRoot, allows users to run user-land Debian applications seamlessly using just 1.2 GB of internal storage.

While it is not a full official Debian OS release and certain root-dependent tools like Wireshark or Aircrack-ng will not function, it supports many popular packages such as Synaptic, GIMP, Inkscape, Clementine, Chromium, VLC, and Audacity. Users can easily install new packages via the terminal using standard apt commands. Note that some applications requiring OpenGL or heavier resources may not work properly. For enhanced mobility and input precision, using a mouse or stylus is recommended.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Developer Tools

By:

pelya

Downloads:

686,249 34

Rating:

3.79

(7,701) 0.04

Version:

20.07.22 Last updated: 2020-07-22

Creation date:

2012-04-27

Publisher country:

Email:

x.*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-02

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Ranking

# 83,176 ▼ 82

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Developed by:

pelya

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cuntubuntu

Email:

x.*****@gmail.com

Website:

http://libsdl-android.sourceforge.net/

User Reviews

Reviewers consistently praise having a portable Debian/Linux environment on Android and occasional device compatibility, but report frequent crashes, outdated Debian, and limited package installation due to apt/permission issues. Updated Debian and broader device support are common requests.

Pros

Provides a Debian/Linux environment on Android for running Linux apps on the go.
Can run on some devices (e.g., Redmi s2) and is used for Linux on the go.
Easy to install (per some users).
Supports running Linux apps alongside other Android/Linux tools (e.g., Andronix) and is a convenient option.
Enables running Linux apps like MilkyTracker on the go.

Cons

App frequently fails to start or crashes, including during installation of Chrome, Synaptic, or Chromium.
Debian version appears outdated and apt/updates no longer work, hindering installation of newer apps.
Device compatibility issues vary by device and ROM (e.g., Pixel Experience 12.0, Onn tablet, HarmonyOS).
Server/update issues (fakehost, server closed) disrupt updates and usage.
Permission or sandbox limitations (e.g., sudo permission denied for .sh scripts) prevent installing or running software.