Almost all the standard big name ROMs are available for Xiaomi Redmi 2 and they are all highly refined. I was aware that the Xiaomi Redmi 2 was a popular smartphones, but I was really surprised to see this level of support for it on the XDA forums. The 4.7 inch smartphone with a HD display and 2 GB RAM is a tiny little powerhouse. Granted it wasn’t the fastest smartphone when it was released but with the custom ROM for Xiaomi Redmi 2, it can zip around even today, 2 years after its release. If you selected some of the most stable custom ROMs for Xiaomi Redmi 2 and they are not arranged in any particular order, so make sure you take a look at all of them before selecting the one that fits your tastes.
1. LineageOS 14.1
LineageOS has been around for a while and has a lot of followers. I have personally used it on multiple smartphones myself and totally loved how certain things are handled on it, especially the customization options which are abundant. The Lineage OS 14.1 for Xiaomi Redmi 2 is made especially for the smartphone and works really well on it. The ROM is able to boot up your smartphone, take calls, send SMS, use mobile data, and use Wi-Fi, camera, and video playback among a few things. So, basically everything works perfectly fine on this ROM and it is stable. There’s just a tiny problem though, you won’t be able to use the volume up + volume down + power button combination to enter the recovery mode. This can be a tiny bit annoying, especially when you are only testing the ROM. However you can access the recovery menu by selecting the option then you press and hold the power button.
2. CyanogenMod 14.1
CyanogenMod is one of the most popular ROMs available for any Android smartphone and there are several great reasons behind that. Not only the ROM brings new things to do table but also improves on the old ones. I can go as far as to say that Android has taken some inspiration from CyanogenMod as well. So, it comes as no surprise that I became very excited when I saw CyanogenMod for Xiaomi Redmi 2. Thankfully, it is a stable build that will work fine on your Xiaomi Redmi 2 and won’t be causing any major problems. One thing is for sure, the basic Android DNA is preserved with this ROM, in fact it is built upon in a meaningful way. The ROM is able to take calls, allow you to use Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, camera, flash, and GPS. Everything from the audio to the sensors and from mobile data to video playback works perfectly fine on this ROM. Of course you may find some bugs but they won’t hinder the pleasure of using a custom ROM.
3. Resurrection Remix
It is amazing to see how much support Xiaomi Redmi 2 has gotten from the development community, almost all the major ROMs are available for the smartphone. That’s not all, most of them are very stable and work really well on the hardware. Another popular ROM; the Resurrection Remix is also available for Xiaomi Redmi 2. It is a great combination between CyanogenMod, Omni ROM and Slim ROM. This basically means that it borrows great features from those ROMs and combines it into a complete package. The ROM works really well on the Xiaomi Redmi 2 and there are no major bugs present on it. You can expect a smooth experience when installing this ROM on your smartphone. The ROM offers great levels of customization when it comes to your experience, you’ll be able to change almost everything on it by accessing the elaborate settings menu.
4. CAF AOSP 7.1.2
If you’re looking for a stock Android experience for your Xiaomi Redmi 2 smartphone, then this is the ROM made just for you. While it is not the latest version of Android, it is still by far better than the old Android Xiaomi Redmi 2 shipped with. When you install this ROM you’ll get a stock Android 7.1.2 nougat experience. The interface is as clean as it can get and you can expect all the features to work properly on your smartphone. One of the best things about this ROM is that the developer actively worked on it for a while and made every feature run smoothly. There is not a lot we can say about this ROM because it is basically stock Android just ported to your Xiaomi Redmi 2. And to be honest, it is one of the best experiences you can have on any smartphone. Some commenters on the forums also claim that there Xiaomi Redmi 2 experienced better battery life after they installed this ROM.
5. Tesla ROM
Tesla ROM is based on Android 6 and takes a lot of inspiration and features from SLIM ROM. It is basically a customized SLIM ROM for Xiaomi Redmi 2 and it works wonderfully well. Officially, it’s based on Xiaomi Lollipop sources and features a lot of customization options. You have a lot of control over the power menu, the navigation bar, the hardware keys, the animations, the sidebar, the lock screen, and a lot of other features. The ROM also includes a screen recorder which is a nice feature to have. The ROM also has fast charging which will come in handy. It’s an actively developed ROM and has seen a lot of support from the developer. It runs smoothly and you won’t face any major bugs during usage. Overall, it’s a great feature packed ROM for Xiaomi Redmi 2.
Conclusion
The Xiaomi Redmi 2 is a nifty little device that packs a lot of punch and these ROMs will help you refresh everything about it. From adding new features to enjoying a different interface, the best custom ROMs for Xiaomi Redmi 2 offer a lot of options to play around with. How is the Xiaomi Redmi 2 treating you these days? Are you facing any problems with the hardware? Do tell us your personal experiences in the comments, we always love to hear from you. Feature Image Credits
