NikGapps for crDroid – Official vs Full official
With the release of NikGapps full crDroid official, many users are wondering how it compares to the already available NikGapps crDroid official package.
Both are designed specifically for crDroid ROM builds, but they target different types of users and devices.
Let’s break it down clearly.
NikGapps crDroid official (base package)
Download page: https://nikgapps.com/crdroid-official
This is the base official package recommended for most crDroid users.
What it includes
- Google Play Store
- Google Services Framework
- Google Play Services (GMS Core)
- Setup Wizard (with Google Restore support)
- Contacts & Calendar sync adapters
- Pixel Device Personalization Services
- Settings Services
- Private Compute Services
- Gemini
- Google Search
- Google Sounds
- Google Text-to-Speech
- WebViewGoogle (replaces AOSP webview) + Trichrome library
- Digital Wellbeing
- Device Health Services
- Android Auto
Who is it for?
- Users who want essential Google services only
- Devices with limited system partition space
- People who prefer installing additional apps manually from Play Store
This package keeps things lightweight while still delivering a fully functional Google ecosystem.
NikGapps crDroid full official
Download page: https://nikgapps.com/crdroid-full-official
This is the complete Google experience package for crDroid.
It includes everything from the Official package — plus a large collection of additional Google apps and Pixel components.
Additional apps included
- Google Messages (replaces AOSP Messaging)
- Google Chrome (replaces AOSP Browser)
- Google Contacts (replaces AOSP Contacts)
- Google Clock (replaces AOSP DeskClock)
- Google Calculator (replaces AOSP Calculator)
- Google Dialer (replaces AOSP Dialer)
- Google Maps
- Google Photos (replaces AOSP Gallery)
- Gboard (replaces AOSP Keyboard)
- Gmail
- Google Keep
- Google Files
- Google Recorder
- Carrier Services
- Android Device Policy (Work profile support)
- Google Feedback
- Pixel Setup Wizard
- Expanded Pixel personalization components
Who is it for?
- Users who want a near-Pixel out-of-the-box experience
- Devices with sufficient system space
- Users who prefer everything preinstalled instead of downloading apps later
Quick comparison
| Feature | Official | Full official |
|---|---|---|
| Play Store & Core Services | ✅ | ✅ |
| Pixel Personalization Services | ✅ | ✅ (expanded) |
| WebViewGoogle | ✅ | ✅ |
| Digital Wellbeing | ✅ | ✅ |
| Android Auto (stub) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Gemini | ✅ | ✅ |
| Google Search | ✅ | ✅ |
| Google Sounds | ✅ | ✅ |
| Google Chrome | ❌ | ✅ |
| Google Contacts | ❌ | ✅ |
| Google Dialer | ❌ | ✅ |
| Google Drive | ❌ | ✅ |
| Google Maps | ❌ | ✅ |
| Google Messages | ❌ | ✅ |
| Google Photos | ❌ | ✅ |
| Google Wallpaper | ❌ | ❌ |
| Gboard | ❌ | ✅ |
| Gmail | ❌ | ✅ |
| Pixel Launcher | ❌ | ❌ |
| Pixel Setup Wizard | ❌ | ✅ |
| Recorder & Files | ❌ | ✅ |
| Work Profile Support | Limited | ✅ |
| Package Size | Smaller (~450MB) | Larger (~800MB+) |
Which one should you choose?
Choose Official if:
- You want core Google functionality.
- You’re tight on partition space.
- You prefer a minimal and clean setup.
Choose Full official if:
- You want a full Pixel-like Google setup.
- Your device has enough space.
- You want most Google apps preinstalled and ready to go.
Final thoughts
NikGapps now offers two clearly defined paths for crDroid users:
- Official – lean, essential, efficient
- Full official – complete, feature-rich, Pixel-inspired
The Full package does require significantly more system space, so it won’t fit on every device. But on supported devices, it delivers one of the most complete Google experiences available for crDroid.
Choose based on your storage capacity and how “Pixel-like” you want your ROM to feel.
Happy flashing!