Reviewing the best Android launchers in 2021 that you can download for free or for a small fee from Google Play, no setup or rooting required. From long-standing classics like Nova, Lawnchair and Microsoft v6, to newer choices such as Ratio. These are my top 15-ish favourite launchers for Android smartphones.

Nova is one of the biggest and greatest around, offering impressive customisation and personalisation - you can set up your UI exactly how you like. Hyperion also offers a near stock Android 11 vibe, but with seriously impressive options under the surface. Ratio is one of the new kids on the block, with a streamlined approach similar to Niagara and KISS. Android is unrecognisable with any of those on board, great for keeping yourself focused.

Poco Launcher 2.0 is a light and fast launcher which proves perfect for older or more budget-friendly phones, as are the Lean and Pear offerings. Meanwhile fans of Microsoft are well catered for with the manufacturer's excellent Google Play option. Speaking of which, Windows Phone fans should definitely check out Square Home, which replicates that slick tile-based desktop.

Let me know your own favourites down below!

Best Android Launchers 2021 Chapters:
0:00 - Blah blah
0:56 - Nova Launcher (& Prime)
2:02 - Poco 2.0
3:17 - Hyperion
4:03 - Action Launcher, CPL
4:23 - Big Launcher
5:00 - Pear
5:38 - Lean
5:54 - Lawnchair v2
6:34 - Blackberry (nope)
6:52 - Microsoft v6
7:31 - Square Home
8:05 - Niagara
9:07 - Ratio
9:58 - KISS
11:06 - Smart Launcher 5