Octopi Launcher Wins Praise as Nova Alternative After $2.99 Pro App Counters Tracking Concerns
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Updated · ZDNet · Jul 9
Octopi Launcher Wins Praise as Nova Alternative After $2.99 Pro App Counters Tracking Concerns
1 articles · Updated · ZDNet · Jul 9
Summary
Octopi Launcher emerged as a favored Nova replacement after a ZDNET reviewer said it became his default Android home screen within five minutes.
Nova’s decline drove that switch: after its revival under Instabridge, the once-popular launcher added third-party tracking software to collect and monetize user data.
Octopi’s appeal centers on deep customization—gesture controls, adjustable layouts, horizontal app-drawer scrolling, widgets and folders—and support for foldables that can switch between single- and dual-screen layouts.
Google Play users can install Octopi free, while the Pro version costs $1.99 or $2.99 and adds extra gestures, nested app-drawer folders, widget resizing and more visual effects.
The recommendation positions Octopi as a privacy-friendlier option for Android users seeking the flexibility Nova once offered, especially on tablets and foldable devices.