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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 actually launched first. However, Aptoide might be the first general, third-party storefront.
If you've sought iOS App Store alternatives, your options have been limited due to Apple's tight control. However, following legal challenges, the market opened last year. After the Epic Games Store's iOS arrival, Aptoide now joins the fray.
Those familiar with our mid-2024 Aptoide beta coverage will find this news significant. The app is now available for free download to all EU iOS users. While Aptoide boldly claims to be the first alternative storefront, the Epic Games Store's earlier release should be noted.
Aptoide's distinction lies in its broader app selection, extending beyond games. A unique feature allows users to choose specific app versions—a capability previously exclusive to Android users.
While the above might sound skeptical, Aptoide has a strong case for being first, especially considering its beta period. The Epic Games Store, while not owned by Apple or Google, is still a major industry player's storefront.
For those following the Epic v Apple saga and the subsequent opening of the iOS market, Aptoide's arrival is positive news. The coming months will reveal whether Aptoide can attract users dissatisfied with Apple's App Store.
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