AYA

aya · v1.14.2

8.0

Android ADB desktop app

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brew install --cask aya

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Trust Score 5/10

✓ Open source (AGPL-3.0) +3

✗ Active development +0

✓ Licensed +1

✗ No auto-updates +0

✓ Not deprecated +1

✗ New (<1yr) +0

✗ Low installs +0

Review

Mar 11, 2026

AYA is an open-source Android ADB desktop app that provides essential device management features, making it ideal for developers and users needing to interact with Android devices. It supports device management, file transfer, and app installation, offering a comprehensive toolset for Android development and debugging.

AYA serves as a desktop application for managing and interacting with Android devices using the Android Debug Bridge (ADB).

Maturity: The project is mature, with active development, frequent updates, and a strong community following indicated by its GitHub stars and forks.

Community: No relevant community discussion found related to the AYA app on Hacker News or Reddit.

Pros

+ Open-source and actively maintained, ensuring continuous improvements and bug fixes.
+ Cross-platform compatibility, supporting macOS, Windows, and Linux.
+ Comprehensive feature set for Android device management, including file transfer and app installation.

Cons

- Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks for new versions.
- Some historical issues with device detection on macOS, though these appear resolved.