Arch Linux Alternatives

Arch Linux is described as 'Independently developed, x86_64 optimized GNU/Linux distribution targeted at competent Linux users. It uses pacman, its home-grown package manager, to provide updates to the latest software applications with full dependency tracking' and is a leading Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Arch Linux for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Self-Hosted, Windows, BSD and Mac apps. The best Arch Linux alternative is Manjaro Linux, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Arch Linux are Linux Mint, Ubuntu, Debian and Fedora.

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  1. Ubuntu MATE icon
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    Ubuntu Mate is a stable, easy-to-use operating system with a configurable desktop environment. Ideal for those who want the most out of their desktops, laptops and netbooks and prefer a traditional desktop metaphor.

    200 Ubuntu MATE alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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    ab1
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    You need to switch between LTS versions in order to have lastest packages. Not good for my usage. Might be good for you...

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    • Ubuntu MATE is Free and Open SourceArch Linux is also Free and Open Source
  2. Garuda Linux icon
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    Garuda Linux is an appealing Arch Linux-based distribution with BTRFS (modern filesystem), Linux-zen kernel, auto snapshots, gaming edition, and many more bleeding edge features. Besides its sharp focus on performance, Garuda Linux also simplifies the user experience by...

    172 Garuda Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  3. Puppy Linux icon
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    Puppy Linux is a unique family of Linux distributions meant for the home-user computers. It was originally created by Barry Kauler in 2003.

    194 Puppy Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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    Comments about Puppy Linux as an Alternative to Arch Linux
    ab1
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    I can't find Arch-compatible distro among Puppy versions ATM... https://puppylinux-woof-ce.github.io https://puppylinux-woof-ce.github.io/family-tree.html

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    • Puppy Linux is Free and Open SourceArch Linux is also Free and Open Source
  4. Bluefin icon
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    Next-gen Linux workstation focusing on sustainable design, reliability, and power, delivers Chromebook-like ease, GNOME desktop, image-based updating, Flathub application access, GPU drivers, near-zero maintenance, container workflows, developer tools, and cloud-native support.

    11 Bluefin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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    Red Hat is the leader in development, deployment, and management of Linux and open source solutions for Internet infrastructure - ranging from embedded devices to secure Web servers. Red Hat was founded in 1994 by visionary entrepreneurs Bob Young and Marc Ewing.

    183 Red Hat Enterprise Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  6. Haiku icon
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    Haiku is an open-source operating system that specifically targets personal computing. Inspired by the BeOS, Haiku is fast, simple to use, easy to learn and yet very powerful.

    225 Haiku alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Haiku
    • Self-Hosted
     
  7. OpenBSD icon
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    The OpenBSD project produces a FREE, multi-platform 4.4BSD-based UNIX-like operating system. Our efforts emphasize portability, standardization, correctness, proactive security and integrated cryptography.

    189 OpenBSD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • BSD
     
  8. KDE neon icon
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    KDE neon is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution that offers a stable and easy-to-use platform, featuring the latest KDE Plasma desktop and application releases.

    125 KDE neon alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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    Comments about KDE neon as an Alternative to Arch Linux
    ab1
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    KDE neon is quite slow in updating even the most important packages. Not good for my usage. Might be good for you...

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    • KDE neon is Free and Open SourceArch Linux is also Free and Open Source
  9. Deepin icon
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    Deepin is a reinterpretation to creativity and individuality. It is not only a rebirth to the system appearance, but also a brand-new upgrade to the operating experience! All of this lets deepin become the best partner of your computer.

    198 Deepin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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    Comments about Deepin as an Alternative to Arch Linux
    ab1
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    Deepin is quite slow in updating even the most important packages. Not good for my usage. Might be good for you...

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    • Deepin is Free and Open SourceArch Linux is also Free and Open Source
  10. HoloISO icon
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    SteamOS 3 (Holo) archiso configuration.

    71 HoloISO alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
    • HoloISO is the most popular Mac alternative to Arch Linux.

    • HoloISO is Free and Open SourceArch Linux is also Free and Open Source
  11. Artix Linux icon
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    Artix Linux is a fork (or continuation as an autonomous project) of the Arch-OpenRC and Manjaro-OpenRC projects. Artix Linux offers a lightweight, rolling-release operating system featuring the OpenRC init software.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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    Comments about Artix Linux as an Alternative to Arch Linux
    TheBlueRuby
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    Arch without systemd, probably one of the best alternatives on the list. Some packages that depend on systemd may break though.

    Nopoditor
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    More stable and with more freedom!

    ab1
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    Artix is quite slow in updating even the most important packages. Not good for my usage. Might be good for you...

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    • Artix Linux is Free and Open SourceArch Linux is also Free and Open Source
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