What is InstallerX Revived?

InstallerX Revived is a modern, feature-rich package installer for Android. It is a community-maintained continuation of the original InstallerX project, designed to replace the often lackluster default package installers found in customized Android ROMs.

It leverages native Android APIs to provide a seamless installation experience while offering advanced features for power users, such as root-based installation, batch processing, and extensive format support.

Features

The core philosophy of InstallerX Revived is to provide Universal Compatibility combined with Modern Aesthetics.

Universal Installation

Unlike stock installers that often struggle with complex formats, InstallerX Revived handles almost everything. It supports standard APK files, split APKs (APKS, APKM, XAPK), and even installing APKs directly from ZIP archives without extraction. It also features a robust Batch Installation mode, allowing you to install multiple apps at once with automatic deduplication and version control.

Native & Secure

InstallerX Revived prioritizes stability and security. It avoids using fragile shell commands for standard operations, relying instead on Native Android APIs. It includes built-in signature verification to prevent tampering and offers a detailed permission viewer before installation. For users with Shizuku or Root access, it can perform silent installations and bypass system restrictions (such as interception by custom OS UIs).

Modern Aesthetics

The app is designed to look and feel like a native part of modern Android. You can switch between a Material 3 Expressive design or a Miuix (HyperOS-like) interface. It fully supports dark mode, dynamic colors, and can even display system icon packs during the installation dialog or notifications.

Advanced Power Tools

For enthusiasts, InstallerX Revived offers features not found in standard installers:

• Per-Source Profiles: You can customize installation behavior based on the initiating app. For example, you can apply different install options (like silent install or specific flags) for a browser versus a file manager.
• Install Source: Customize install requester and installer package name
• Downgrade Support: On supported devices, it allows app downgrades while preserving user data. (Root is required for Android 15+)
• Dex2oat Optimization: Automatically optimizes apps after installation for better performance.
• Install Flags: Customize installation flags (e.g., install for specific users, allocate restricted permissions).
• Package Blacklist: Prevent specific packages or SharedUIDs from being installed.

Supported Versions

• Full Support: Android 14 - Android 16 (SDK 34 - 36.1)
• Limited Support: Android 8.0 - Android 13 (SDK 26 - 33)

How to use InstallerX Revived?

See Getting Started.

Discussion

• Telegram: @installerx_revived
• GitHub Discussions: InstallerX Revived Discussions