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KISS Launcher vs Olauncher
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| Fact | KISS Launcher | Olauncher |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Java | Kotlin |
| Licence | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Stars | 3.5k | 4k |
| Latest | v3.27.0 | v6.9.17 |
| Last push | 2026-11-11 | 2026-11-05 |
| Release cadence | about 2 days between releases | about 71 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 20 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Niagara Launcher. Alternatives to Niagara Launcher →
PartialKISS LauncherFast launcher built around search with a minimal home screen; no alphabetical scroll list.
PartialOlauncherMinimal text-only home screen with a few favourite apps and gestures.
KISS Launcher
- v3.27.02026-11-10faster startup: icon caches survive restarts
- v3.26.02026-11-07fix history not always shown with keyboard when enabled in settings
- v3.25.22026-11-07drop support for android 4 (2011!)
- v3.25.12026-11-07drop support for android 4 (2011!)
- v3.24.22026-03-11use updated search algorithm by default
KISS Launcher
unsigned The latest release, v3.27.0, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Olauncher
unsigned The latest release, v6.9.17, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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