Apps & Software · Oct 8, 2026
I swapped 5 Samsung Galaxy apps for better alternatives, and I'm not going back
Galaxy's built-in apps aren't always the best tool for the job.
Modern Galaxy phones come with plenty of built-in apps to make your life easier. Many work pretty well, but most have clear limitations. Samsung's ecosystem is getting more and more closed by the moment, which is a big part of why many of these Galaxy apps fall behind alternatives you can easily download from the app store for free.