MacroDroid

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Country: United Kingdom (GB)
Founded: 2012
Developer: ArloSoft (developed by UndeadCretin)
Pricing: Freemium
Open source: No
Platforms: Android

Indexes

Automation

Overview

MacroDroid is an Android automation app that enables users to create macros using triggers, actions, and constraints to automate device tasks. It targets Android users seeking straightforward automation without a steep learning curve, distinguishing itself through a simple UI compared to apps like Tasker.¹²³

Key Features

Triggers - Over 85 triggers including location, device status, sensors, and connectivity events like GPS, battery level, and notifications.²³⁶
Actions - Over 100 actions such as sharing location, sending email, text-to-speech, and network management.³
Constraints - Conditions to refine macro execution, including logic like IF/THEN/ELSE, AND/OR clauses.²³
Variables and Scripts - Support for custom variables, stopwatches, and basic control flow.³
Plugin Compatibility - Fully compatible with Tasker and Locale plugins, plus standard Android intents and shortcuts.²³
Macro Templates - Pre-built templates for common tasks like app rotation, autosync, and home profiles.⁴⁵⁸

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Free	Free	Ad-supported, up to 5 macros with limits on constraints and actions.¹²⁶
Pro	One-time fee	Ad-free, unlimited macros.²

Platforms & Requirements

Runs exclusively on Android smartphones and tablets via Google Play Store. No specified minimum requirements in sources; compatible with standard Android features like GPS and sensors. Limited to Android, no iOS or desktop support.²³⁶

Integrations & Ecosystem

Tasker plugins
Locale plugins
Android intents
System/user variables
Standard Android shortcuts
Notification triggers
Bluetooth/WiFi connectivity

Alternatives

App	Difference
Tasker	More powerful with plugins but steeper learning curve and less intuitive UI.¹²
Automate	Similar automation but potentially different trigger/action sets; MacroDroid noted for simplicity.¹
Llama	Outdated UI compared to MacroDroid's modern, aesthetically pleasing interface.¹

Reputation

MacroDroid is praised for its simple, intuitive UI and ease of use, making automation accessible without Tasker's complexity, with a low memory footprint.¹² The free version's 5-macro limit is a common criticism for users needing extensive automation.¹⁶ It remains actively updated since 2012 and is the top-downloaded Android automation app with over 20 million downloads.³

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