1. MX Player
MX Media (Amazon) · Mumbai · OTT, music & entertainment apps · 4.6/5
Video player and free streaming.
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Candy Crush
- Built in India (Mumbai)
OTT, music & entertainment apps · Alternatives
Best Candy Crush alternatives in India (2026)
Candy Crush is an ott, music & entertainment apps product from King (Activision), Stockholm, priced at Free with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 20 have a free plan, 17 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Candy Crush are MX Player (Free), Dailyhunt (Free), Times of India App (Free), NDTV App (Free) and Inshorts (Free). MX Player is the top-ranked option with a free plan.
Why businesses look for a Candy Crush alternative
Indian support and GST
Candy Crush is built in Sweden. 17 alternatives are made in India, where GST, TDS and UPI are usually handled natively and support runs on IST.
Candy Crush alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Candy Crush's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Candy Crush (current) | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | — |
| 1 | MX Player | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 2 |  Dailyhunt | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 3 |  Times of India App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 4 |  NDTV App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 5 |  Inshorts | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 6 |  Dream11 | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 7 |  MPL | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 8 |  WinZO | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 9 |  Games24x7 (RummyCircle) | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 10 |  Google News | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 11 |  Ludo King | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 12 |  Kindle | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 13 |  Zupee | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 14 |  Google Play Books | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 15 |  BookMyShow | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 16 |  PVR Inox | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 17 |  Paytm Insider | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 18 |  Loco | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 19 |  JioHotstar | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 20 |  Rooter | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 |
Top 10 Candy Crush alternatives in detail
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Candy Crush
- Built in India (Bengaluru)
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Candy Crush
- Built in India (Mumbai)
Compared with Candy Crush
- Built in India (New Delhi)
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Candy Crush
- Built in India (Noida)
6. Dream11
Dream Sports · Mumbai · OTT, music & entertainment apps · 4.4/5
Fantasy sports built in Mumbai.
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Candy Crush
- Built in India (Mumbai)
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Candy Crush
- Built in India (Bengaluru)
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Candy Crush
- Built in India (New Delhi)
9. Games24x7 (RummyCircle)
Games24x7 · Mumbai · OTT, music & entertainment apps · 4.4/5
Online rummy and fantasy.
Free
Free plan available
Compared with Candy Crush
- Built in India (Mumbai)
Free
Free plan available
Candy Crush alternatives by what you need
Free Candy Crush alternatives
Indian alternatives to Candy Crush
How to choose a Candy Crush alternative
- Check telecom bundles before paying separately.
- Compare regional catalogues if language matters.
- Ad-supported tiers save money for casual use.
Candy Crush alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Candy Crush in 2026?+
The closest matches to Candy Crush on App Advisor are MX Player (Free), Dailyhunt (Free), Times of India App (Free). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Candy Crush, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Candy Crush?+
Yes. 20 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: MX Player (Free), Dailyhunt (Free), Times of India App (Free). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
Is there an Indian alternative to Candy Crush?+
Yes. 17 alternatives are built in India, including MX Player (Free), Dailyhunt (Free), Times of India App (Free). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Candy Crush vs MX Player: which is better?+
MX Player is the closest match to Candy Crush in our catalogue. Key differences: Built in India (Mumbai). Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Candy Crush alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in ott, music & entertainment apps or a category Candy Crush also covers, and King (Activision)'s own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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