Not all Android flavors are created equal, so we’ve decided to rank the major Android skins based on factors like aesthetics, polish, features, and update policies. Keep in mind that this ranking is more for fun than anything else, so let’s dive into it from worst to best!
11. Tecno HiOS: Considered the worst Android skin due to its derivative aesthetic, separate dropdowns for notifications and quick toggles, plenty of bloatware, and limited features. Tecno promises only up to two major OS updates and three years of security patches.
10. Xiaomi MIUI/HyperOS: While offering many features like per-app volume controls and slick gallery features, MIUI and HyperOS are plagued by bloatware and ads, with an iOS-inspired look and feel. Xiaomi provides four major OS updates and five years of security patches on its flagship phones.
9. HONOR Magic OS: Magic OS fails to stand out visually, with gimmicky features and some bloatware. HONOR offers only three years of OS updates and five years of security patches.
8. vivo Fun Touch OS: Fun Touch OS has made improvements but still suffers from pre-installed apps. Vivo phones receive only three major OS updates and four years of security patches.
7. ASUS Zen UI: ASUS has improved Zen UI over the years, offering a relatively lean, stock-like experience with limited features. ASUS provides only two major OS updates and four years of security updates.
6. Moto My UX/Hello UI: Motorola’s Hello UI offers a smooth performance with gestures and new features like ReadyFor desktop mode. However, its update policy varies, and cheap phones are filled with ads.
5. Sony Xperia UI: Sony’s Android overlay builds on stock Android with a focus on multimedia and camera features. Xperia phones receive two major OS updates and three years of security patches.
4. Nothing OS: Nothing OS stands out with its distinctive aesthetic and neat widgets, achieving a top-five ranking in just a few years on the market.