Alternative app stores for iPhone without Jailbreak

Whoever buys an iPhone or an iPad also does so for iOS, Apple's operating system. The system is highly qualified and very sure, But without any doubt does not shine for freedom, to overcome this lack of the first versions, the jailbreak (which literally means escape).

This procedure allowed (still allows in older versions of iOS) to run unsigned code on iOS devices and thus greatly expand its capabilities. In the latest versions of iOS, things have fortunately changed and Apple has allowed the installation of alternative stores to iTunes.

What are alternative stores and what are they for?

They are alternatives to the App Store from Apple. Even in these portals you only need to log in to be able to download many applications. We have already talked about alternative stores for Android in a previous and appreciated article, but fortunately the situation is now similar on iOS.

These are placed in these alternative stores. Apps that have been removed from the App Store for violation of policies, modified applications (called mods, they are distinguished from the original versions by having ++ in the name) and also paid applications that become free.

We do not want to encourage piracy in any way and we invite you to download only those free, legal and useful applications that due to Apple's too strict laws are not present in the App Store (such as screen recording applications, emulators and themes).

Are alternative app stores safe?

To install these stores you will have to accept their signature and therefore the related security issues. Therefore, we advise you to be very careful with what you download: applications are not controlled carefully as happens in the App Store. Therefore, it is up to you to be careful not to compromise the security of your device.

For the rest, continuing with the use of alternative stores, Don't risk compromising the warranty in any way, since to install these stores no need to jailbreak.

How to install alternative stores on iOS

Actually, the procedure is very simple (you don't even need to have a PC or Mac). You need a device with an iOS version equal to or later than 9, and then:

• open Safari (other alternative browsers, such as Chrome, will not work)
• go to the website of the alternative store of your choice and press the button Install o Install (or similar, it is always present)
• A system screen will then appear asking if you want to install a new profile:

• press on writing Install (top left) and then on the button Install that will appear next
• At this point it will be enough to return to the to find the installed alternative store.

What are the best App Store alternatives?

1. Settings box

We couldn't help but point it out as the top alternative store for iOS; According to many, he is the spiritual heir of Cydia. A little bit of everything is also available in TweakBox, from hundreds of free games and applications, to mods, themes and emulators (such as the well-known GBA4iOS). The store is completely in English but has a very simple, linear interface with little advertising.

If you want to install TweakBox, simply, as mentioned in the previous paragraph, go to tweakboxapp.com with Safari and press the button Install Now.

2. App Valley

It is an alternative store for iOS in the perfect Apple style. Once installed and launched, you will feel like you are still in the App Store. Unlike the latter, you will find many Free apps e Modified apps. Use is very simple and the amount of interesting content is always especially large.

Installation is always very simple, and always similar to other stores. Also in this case, once you arrive at the AppValley site, you will need to press Install.

3. Tutu app

It is one of the most widespread and appreciated alternatives to the App Store. There are many applications (including the famous Kodi media center), many mods and tweaks. Unlike other stores, it presents a VIP version in which, upon payment in cash, there is much more content and patches for new games in advance.

Also in this case the installation is simple: just open the official Tutuapp website and press the button Scan to download iOS TutuApp; then scan the QR code and choose to install the normal version or the “VIP” version.

4. Ipa4IOS - it no longer works

This is another of our favorite stores, it is fast, clean and reliable. It offers not only mod applications (called ++Apps), but also various tweaks and free applications. The team prides itself on offering a convenient and reliable service without bitcoin miners (or other hidden ways of making money).

Also in this case the installation is simple: follow the instructions in the first paragraph and click Download on the Ipa4IOS page.

Alternative app stores for iPhone without Jailbreak