Tools and utilities for Android
Tools are the apps that help you run your phone: app stores, installers, file managers and other utilities. Because many of them ask for powerful permissions, such as installing other apps or reading storage, each page here explains which permissions the app requests and why it needs them, who develops it, and whether the code is open source. You'll also find the latest version, the minimum Android version, and how to install it safely if it isn't on Google Play. Some tools in this category are deliberately distributed outside Play, so we link to the developer's official download and explain how to confirm the file is genuine before you install it.
4 apps, latest updates first
Tools apps compared
From each app's Google Play listing or developer site. Blank cells weren't verified.
| App | Developer | Latest version | Updated | Android | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Translate | Google LLC | Varies with device | Nov 3, 2026 | Free | |
| F-Droid | F-Droid | 1.23.2 | Feb 19, 2026 | 6.0+ | Free |
| Google Lens | Google LLC | Varies with device | Aug 6, 2025 | 6.0+ | Free |
| XAPK Installer | TarrySoft | 4.6.4.1 | Sep 15, 2026 | 5.0+ | Free |
Frequently asked questions
Which tools and utilities on APKPeer are free?
All 4 tools and utilities listed here are free to install: Google Translate, F-Droid, Google Lens and XAPK Installer. Some show ads or sell optional in-app purchases, which each app page lists.
Which tools and utilities work on older Android phones?
XAPK Installer supports the oldest phones, from Android 5.0. F-Droid and Google Lens need the newest, Android 6.0 or later. Where Google Play says "Varies with device", Play only offers the install on compatible phones.
Which tools and utilities have no ads?
According to their Google Play listings, Google Translate, F-Droid and Google Lens don't contain ads. XAPK Installer shows ads. Apps whose ad status Play doesn't confirm aren't included.
Which tools and utilities were updated most recently?
Google Translate (Nov 3, 2026), XAPK Installer 4.6.4.1 (Sep 15, 2026) and F-Droid 1.23.2 (Feb 19, 2026) have the newest releases on Google Play. Each app page lists what changed in its latest version.