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Add to SafariWhen comparing LG SmartWorld vs APKPure, the Slant community recommends APKPure for most people. In the question“What is the best Google Play Store alternative?” APKPure is ranked 3rd while LG SmartWorld is ranked 5th.
Specs
Question Ranking
Pros
Pro Interesting recommendations
LG SmartWorld recommends user specific content through gender, age group, or model of device. This allows the user to find apps tailored to their liking based on things such as recent use. This also allows for one to find apps they may not have known about easily, as they too are recommended to them.
Pro Easy to install
Just navigate to this page to download the install file for the store.
Pro Great for customizing an LG device
LG SmartWorld is LG's storefront that offers apps for LG smart TVs and mobile devices, which gives LG a place to distribute their own apps and themes for said devices. Their ecosystem allows them to easily distribute apps, themes, etc., without the need for a third party store.
Pro Takes PayPal and credit cards for payments
Users can use their PayPal account or a credit card to purchase paid apps in the LG SmartWorld app. Taking PayPal allows for an easy way to purchase apps for those who do not have or want to use credit/debit cards.
Pro Developer services
LG SmartWorld offers developer services so devs can publish apps on their store. On top of their content management system, LG also offers tips on how to develop apps specifically for their devices to utilize features such as Dual Window.
Pro Can download APK unavailable in your country
Pro App management
With detailed stats.
Pro Can download previous version APK
Pro Most apps from the Google Play Store
Pro Update suggestions
Has a big selection of modded apps, some free and others at low cost.
Pro Night mode
Pro Less errors than Google Play
Pro Parallel downloads
Can multi-download apps at the same time.
Cons
Con Difficult to install on non LG devices
The app will have to be side-loaded unofficially as the website (where the install file can be downloaded) only recognizes specific LG devices. Places such as XDA Forums may have the .apk listed for those who would like to find it.
Con Lacking content
There are only 8 themes left. No longer has a wide selection. Lg phones are dying
Con Only works 100 percent on LG devices
Not all apps will be available for users on devices other than an LG, especially the LG device specific themes. This can be an issue for those who would like to see their device themed more like an LG device, or for those who wish to use LG specific apps on a non LG device.
Con In Korean on some phones
The Korean version of the app is installed on some phones.
Con Greedy
Con Garbage
Get better elsewhere.
Con Uploads by Unknown Authors
Tampered apps risk & questionable security.
Con Unknown developers/backers
When you search the entire internet and in several different languages, you cannot find who is behind APKPure. Many people are afraid of using APKPure because the identities of everyone involved is a secret, making it hard to trust them.
Con Malware
Installs malware in background (keylogger as well).
Con Difficult to contact them
There are many people wondering if it is safe and use APKpure, and some who want to tell about apps available on Google Play to put them there, but it's impossible to contact APKPure
Con Annoying ads
It shows a blocking ad on startup, and another ad when you download. They are very annoying ads with sound, and taking up the whole screen.
Con Cumbersome UI
UI feels clunky and promotes sketchy apps
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Con Requires Google Play account
Requires Google Play Developer account to upload an app.
