Comparison

Launcher Tag+ vs Universal Launcher

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Launcher Tag+

Organize your apps, websites, and contacts with custom tags and time-based filters. Quickly access what you need based on your current situation or purpose, with widget support for even faster shortcuts.

Highlights
  • Tagging for apps, websites, and contacts
  • Time-based filtering
  • Situation-based tagging
  • Purpose-based tagging
  • Widget support
  • Customizable launchers
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Launcher Tag+ is very useful launcher application that can be tagged. So, it's easy to find them without switching views many times, even if they are scattered in various folders. Don’t you think that the necessary application will change depending on the situation and time? It allows you to add tags to launcher for filtering Apps, Websites, Contacts and Music. Launcher Tag+ helps you to find everything you need according to the scene. Of course, you can quickly access from the widget so you can shortcut to the required launcher at any time. Other Main Functions --- - Filter By setting the day of the week and the time to use to the launcher, launchers matching at that time are automatically displayed. - Widgets Launchers can be used in widgets. And you can also use the 'Filter' function in widgets. Using tags example : - Tagging by situation, such as Traveling and Shopping. Show only launchers you use occasionally. - Tag by purpose. Such as Search, Record, Learning, Relaxation etc. - Tagged by type, such as Browser, Calendar, Maps, Dictionary and so forth. Narrow down the necessary launchers and find out right away. Using Filter example : - Show apps, contacts and bookmarks only on the day of the week to use. ex. Display apps to be used during commuting or going to school. (Transit information, News, Weather forecast, Music, etc.) Please read before downloading. --- - This application launches other applications by using the URL scheme. So please understand beforehand that it may become unusable due to changes of URL scheme or iOS specification etc. - Several launchers are registered as initial database in this application, but it does not guarantee the operation. - You can add a launcher by registering the URL scheme you have examined by yourself. But, there is no function to check the URL scheme in this application. - This application displays advertisements. ( Advertisements can be removed by In-App Purchase. ) - Up to one Filter function can be set for each launcher. ( Setting multiple Filter functions to one launcher needs In-App Purchase. ) - If you restore the backup data on a different device, the music type launcher will need to reselect the song because the ID that identifies the song will differ for each device depending on the specifications of iOS or iPad OS.

About

Universal Launcher

This app brings a command-line interface and custom shortcuts to your iOS device, mirroring the desktop experience. Access your digital world and boost productivity on the go with a minimalist design and seamless cross-device continuity.

Highlights
  • Sync custom desktop shortcuts
  • Lock screen widget access
  • Fast shortcut search
  • Minimalist interface
  • Cross-device task continuity
  • Mobile shortcut execution
Features
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Unleash the power of your desktop Universal Launcher experience on your iOS device. This sleek, efficient app brings the familiar command-line interface to your fingertips, anywhere you go. ## Key Features: - **Seamless Sync**: Access all your custom shortcuts from desktop, now on mobile - **UL Widget**: Open Universal Launcher from your lock screen with a single tap - **Lightning-Fast Execution**: Start typing and instantly find the shortcut you need - **Minimalist Design**: Clean, distraction-free interface that mirrors the desktop experience - **Cross-Device Continuity**: Begin a task on desktop, continue on mobile without missing a beat - **Productivity on the Go**: Run powerful shortcuts even when away from your computer ## Perfect for: - Anyone looking to boost productivity across all their devices Experience the freedom of controlling your digital world from your iOS device. Download Universal Launcher iOS and carry your command center in your pocket!

Screenshots

Launcher Tag+4 screens
Universal Launcher3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Universal Launcher at none against Launcher Tag+'s 2. Universal Launcher also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Launcher Tag+'s advantage is ratings volume (27 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Launcher Tag+ sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Universal Launcher asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Universal Launcher holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Launcher Tag+ has 27 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Launcher Tag+ ships an update every 2 months, Universal Launcher every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Launcher Tag+ versus Universal Launcher: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLauncher Tag+Universal Launcher
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (27 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTAKESHI ONOAgency Enterprise, LLC

Customer experience

Launcher Tag+

All ratings24 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral18.2%
Negative36.4%

Universal Launcher

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Launcher Tag+

One-time2
  • Multiple Filter and Backup$1.99
  • Pro (Widgets) & Remove Ads$3.99
None

Universal Launcher

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Launcher Tag+ free?
Launcher Tag+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Launcher free?
Universal Launcher is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Launcher Tag+ or Universal Launcher?
Universal Launcher is rated higher. Launcher Tag+ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Universal Launcher averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Launcher Tag+ or Universal Launcher have ads?
Launcher Tag+ shows ads; Universal Launcher does not.
Which is updated more often, Launcher Tag+ or Universal Launcher?
Launcher Tag+ ships an update every 2 months, and Universal Launcher every 3 months. Most recently, Launcher Tag+ was updated on October 23, 2026 and Universal Launcher on October 25, 2026.

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