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24 alternatives to iOS 17

The latest iPhone OS

Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. iOS 17 launched in 2023; newer entries below may have overtaken it.

1. 1
   iOS 12▲705

   Making your device faster, responsive and delightful 📱

   2018 · apple.com · its alternatives →

2. 2
   iOS 18▲641

   The newest iPhone software from Apple

   2024 · apple.com · its alternatives →

3. 3
   iOS 11▲365

   The latest operating system from Apple

   2017 · apple.com · its alternatives →

4. 4
   iOS 10 ▲513

   Apple's latest OS puts 3D Touch, Siri, and Emojis everywhere

   2016 · developer.apple.com · its alternatives →

5. 5
   iPhone 6S▲312

   The only thing that’s changed is everything

   2015 · apple.com · its alternatives →

6. 6
   iPhone 8▲221

   Now with better camera, battery life, and wireless charging

   2017 · apple.com · its alternatives →

7. 7
   iPhone 16▲282

   Hello, Apple Intelligence.

   2024 · apple.com · its alternatives →

8. 8
   iOS 13▲292

   Apple's latest mobile OS, now with dark mode

   2019 · apple.com · its alternatives →

9. 9
   Free▲447

   Share your availability and get more time with friends

   2015 · ffrree.com · its alternatives →

10. 10
    iPhone 7▲554

    Apple's new iPhone 7 and 7+

    2016 · apple.com · its alternatives →

11. 11
    Airmail for iOS▲360

    One of the best Mac email clients, now on iPhone

    2016 · airmailapp.com · its alternatives →

12. 12
    iPhone X▲874

    Apple’s most advanced iPhone yet with a 5.8" OLED display

    2017 · apple.com · its alternatives →

13. 13
    Peach▲668

    Keep up with friends and be yourself 🍑

    2016 · lenostube.com · its alternatives →

14. 14
    iPhone 14 and 14 Pro▲118

    The latest iPhones from Apple

    2022 · apple.com · its alternatives →

15. 15
    iOS 8▲183

    The new iOS—Huge for developers. Massive for everyone else.

    2014 · apple.com · its alternatives →

16. 16
    iPhone 6▲397

    Bigger, better iPhone

    2014 · apple.com · its alternatives →

17. 17
    Xcode 11▲232

    Create amazing apps and bring them to more devices

    2019 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

18. 18
    Point for iOS▲243

    Send and discuss links with friends, now on your iPhone

    2015 · getpoint.co · its alternatives →

19. 19
    WhatsApp Messenger▲171

    WhatsApp calling -- free voice calls now on iOS

    2015 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

20. 20
    Hello for iOS▲125

    Instantly start chatting with people in your local area

    2015 · its alternatives →

21. 21
    iOS 14▲241

    Introducing widgets on the homepage, App Clips & more

    2020 · apple.com · its alternatives →

22. 22
    The New iPod Touch▲115

    Apple's newest iPod touch

    2019 · apple.com · its alternatives →

23. 23
    Versus for iMessage▲72

    Let friends help you make the best decisions

    2016 · wearewip.com · its alternatives →

24. 24
    Apple News+ Food▲243

    Recipes, reviews, and tips, all in one place

    2025 · apple.com · its alternatives →

Ranked by how close each launch is in meaning, then by votes. Prices were read from each product’s own site when checked and can change. Refine with your own description →