Cr OS Linux AlternativesLinux Distros & Operating Systems like Cr OS Linux

Cr OS Linux is described as '(pronounced like Cros Linux) is the free OS built around the revolutionary Chromium browser - a foundation for Google Chrome. We call it the chrome plated OS, because it is stable and shiny' and is a Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Cr OS Linux for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Self-Hosted, Mac, Windows and BSD apps. The best Cr OS Linux alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Cr OS Linux are Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora and Arch Linux.

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  1. Linux Mint icon

    Linux Mint

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    Linux distribution focused on desktop use, with unique menus, media codecs, browser plugins, and DVD support pre-installed; offers easy package management, compatibility with Ubuntu repositories, and a Debian-based alternative for consistency and reliability.

    183 Linux Mint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    Linux Mint 22.2 "Zara"
     
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    Becausre it is light weaght

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    • Almost everyone thinks Linux Mint is a great Cr OS Linux alternative.

    • Linux Mint is the most popular Linux alternative to Cr OS Linux.

    • Linux Mint is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Cr OS Linux.

    • Linux Mint is Free and Open SourceCr OS Linux is also Free and Open Source
    • Linux Mint is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedCr OS Linux is not according to our users
  2. Ubuntu icon

    Ubuntu

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    Ubuntu is a community developed, Linux-based operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. It contains all the applications you need - a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more.

    165 Ubuntu alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Ubuntu
    Ubuntu 24.04 with Gnome 46
     
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  4. Debian icon

    Debian

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    The Debian Project is an association of individuals who have made common cause to create a free operating system. This operating system that we have created is called Debian.

    198 Debian alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    Debian 9 gnome.
     
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    • Almost everyone thinks Debian is a great Cr OS Linux alternative.

    • Debian is the most popular Windows & Self-Hosted alternative to Cr OS Linux.

    • Debian is Free and Open SourceCr OS Linux is also Free and Open Source
    • Debian is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedCr OS Linux is not according to our users
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    Fedora

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    Fedora creates an innovative, free, and open source platform for hardware, clouds, and containers that enables software developers and community members to build tailored solutions for their users.

    183 Fedora alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    Fedora 38
     
  6. Arch Linux icon

    Arch Linux

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    Arch Linux is an 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.

    199 Arch Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    arch with KDE 4.4 desktop
     
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    Tails

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    The Amnesic Incognito Live System (Tails) is a Debian 9 based live CD/USB with the goal of providing complete Internet anonymity for the user. The product ships with several Internet applications, including web browser, IRC client, mail client...

    130 Tails alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Tor Browser
    • GNOME
    • Tor
    • Thunderbird
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  9. Manjaro Linux icon

    Manjaro Linux

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    Manjaro is a user-friendly Linux distribution based on the independently developed Arch operating system. Within the Linux community, Arch itself is renowned for being an exceptionally fast, powerful, and lightweight distribution that provides access to the very latest cutting...

    179 Manjaro Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    Manjaro 19.0 Kyria (Xfce)
     
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    elementary OS

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    elementary OS is a free, fast and aesthetically pleasing operating system based on Ubuntu .

    199 elementary OS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    Boot Screen
     
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    Comments about elementary OS as an Alternative to Cr OS Linux
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    It's beautiful (Mac OS look alike) and it provide GNU Grub installer altogether for dual boot with Windows OS,

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • elementary OS is Free and Open SourceCr OS Linux is also Free and Open Source
    • elementary OS is LightweightCr OS Linux is not according to our users
  12. macOS icon

    macOS

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    A Unix-based OS for Mac with seamlessly integration with Apple’s ecosystem, offering an intuitive UI, productivity tools like Finder, Spotlight, and Automator, built-in apps like Safari and Photos, Continuity for cross-device functionality, and security features including FileVault and Gatekeeper.

    175 macOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • macOS is the most popular Mac alternative to Cr OS Linux.

    • macOS is Free and ProprietaryCr OS Linux is Free and Open Source
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    Windows 10

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    Versatile OS with universal app architecture, free first-year offer for Windows 7 and 8.1 users, redesigned mouse-touch UI, virtual desktop, Microsoft Edge, upgraded security, and enhanced graphics for gaming, supporting fingerprint and face recognition login.

    178 Windows 10 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Windows 10 screenshot 1
     
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    • Most users think Windows 10 is a great Cr OS Linux alternative.

    • Windows 10 is the most popular commercial alternative to Cr OS Linux.

    • Windows 10 is Paid and ProprietaryCr OS Linux is Free and Open Source
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