Quick Answer: Does Android Cost Money?
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The Android mobile operating system is free for consumers and for manufacturers to install, but manufacturers need a licence to install Gmail, Google Maps and the Google Play store – collectively called Google Mobile Services (GMS).

How much does an android cost?

US phone prices from 2016-2019

2016 (starting price) 2018 (starting price)
Samsung Galaxy Galaxy S7: $650-695 Galaxy S9: $720-$800
Samsung Galaxy Plus S7 Edge: $750-795 Galaxy S9 Plus: $840-$930
Samsung Galaxy Note Note 7: $834-880 Note 9: $1,000
Motorola Moto G Moto G4: $199 Moto G6: $249

Does Google charge for Android?

Google hasn’t historically charged for Android and its apps because of the revenue brought in through Chrome and search. … The base Android operating system will remain free and open-source, but if phone and tablet manufacturers want Google’s apps and the Play Store, they’ll have to pay a license fee in Europe.

David Miller

David Miller

Executive Financial & Market Analyst

David Miller brings 15 years of experience in global economics, personal finance strategy, and market dynamics. He specializes in turning complex economic trends into actionable insights for everyday readers.

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