# X Launcher 17 > X Launcher 17 is an Android 17 style launcher with many features and options Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xdroid.launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xdroid.launcher) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.xdroid.launcher` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Model X Apps - **Category:** PERSONALIZATION - **Downloads:** 75,253 - **Rating:** 4.18 / 5 (394 ratings) - **Version:** 2.7 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-20 - **First published:** 2023-01-13 - **Publisher country:** CN - **Size:** 35 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-13 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xdroid.launcher) - **Privacy policy:** [http://modelx.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com/privacy.html](http://modelx.oss-cn-hongkong.aliyuncs.com/privacy.html) ## Description XDroid 16 Launcher is a free Android launcher that recreates Android 16 aesthetics on devices running Android 6.0+. It offers extensive customization to refresh your home screen and enjoy the latest Android 16 features. - 1000+ free themes and live wallpapers - Icon customization: shapes, decorators, masks - Widgets: weather, clock - App hiding for privacy and decluttering - Flexible sorting and drawer options - Gesture support: swipe, pinch, double-tap - Desktop/grid/icon size and background tweaks - Light and Dark mode - App lock by pattern or fingerprint - Quick app icons and transitions - Notifier for messages and alerts - Side widgets: weather, calendar, news feeds - Auto-align apps on desktop and speed improvements ## Rankings - #251,298 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WEATHERCLOCK_PROVIDER` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.BATTERY_STATS` - `android.permission.BIND_NOTIFICATION_LISTENER_SERVICE` - `android.permission.BIND_WALLPAPER` - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT` - `android.permission.BROADCAST_PACKAGE_ADDED` - `android.permission.BROADCAST_PACKAGE_CHANGED` - `android.permission.BROADCAST_PACKAGE_INSTALL` - `android.permission.BROADCAST_PACKAGE_REPLACED` - `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.EXPAND_STATUS_BAR` - `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INSTALL_PACKAGES` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.KILL_BACKGROUND_PROCESSES` - `android.permission.LAUNCH_MULTI_PANE_SETTINGS_DEEP_LINK` - `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS` - `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR` - `android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.READ_WALLPAPER_INTERNAL` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS` - `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES` - `android.permission.RESTART_PACKAGES` - `android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER` - `android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER_HINTS` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `android.permission.WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM` - `com.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.wallpaper.NOTIFY_ROTATING_WALLPAPER_CHANGED` - `com.fsck.k9.permission.READ_MESSAGES` - `com.google.android.gm.permission.READ_CONTENT_PROVIDER` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.huawei.android.totemweather.permission.ACCESS_WEATHERCLOCK_PROVIDER` - `com.huawei.contacts.permission.CHOOSE_SUBSCRIPTION` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ` - `com.xdroid.launcher.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.xdroid.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.xdroid.launcher.permission.RECEIVE_LAUNCH_BROADCASTS` - `com.xdroid.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.zte.appwidget.contact.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `org.adw.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` ## Review summary XDroid 15 Launcher is appreciated for its beautiful design, customization options, and improved phone speed. However, users report issues with occasional crashes, missing features like a lock screen, non-functional location services, and faster battery drain. Overall, it offers a good experience with room for improvements. ### Pros - The app has an attractive and pleasant aesthetic appearance. - It enhances phone performance, making it feel faster and smoother. - The launcher is customizable with themes and gestures. - It is generally free from ads and intrusive icons. - Users appreciate the layout and overall design. ### Cons - The app sometimes crashes or freezes during use. - There are missing features such as a lock screen option. - Location services or related functions do not work properly. - Battery consumption is higher than expected while using the launcher. ## Similar extensions and apps - [Super17 Launcher for Android17](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.super13.launcher) — 301,336 users, 4.49 / 5 - [NewDroid Launcher 17: Themes](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.newdroid.launcher) — 178,718 users, 4.78 / 5 - [X Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ioslauncher.free2) — 15,285,529 users, 4.61 / 5 - [X Launcher - Model x launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.model.x.launcher) — 2,396,763 users, 4.01 / 5 - [!Phone 17 Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/extremethemers.xiaomi.redmik40.gaming.k40gaming.k50.redmik40walls.launcher.theme) — 7,341 users - [X Launcher Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ioslauncher.pro) — 73,818 users, 4.76 / 5 - [!Phone 17 Air Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/extremethemers.redmip40.pocof3.pocof3walls.redmip40walls.a72.a52.launcher.theme) — 2,849 users - [!Phone 17 Pro Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/extremethemers.samsungs21.galaxy.s21fe.s31.galaxys21fe.galaxys21fewalls.launcher.theme) — 82,064 users - [IPHONE 17e Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/extremethemers.apple.iphone13pro.iphone14.i13.iphone13promaxwalls.launcher.theme) — 16,000 users - [Android 16 Style Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.style.launcher.android13) — 521,997 users, 4.39 / 5 - [OS 17 Wallpaper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/themeworld.iphone.iphone12.iphone12s.iphone12plus.iphone12walls.launcher.theme) — 27,117 users - [Theme for Xiaomi 17 Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/mania.Theme.xiaomi.redmi.note9s.pocof2.k30.note10.launcher.wallpaper) — 6,207 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xdroid.launcher)