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The best Operating System alternative to Chrome OS is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Chrome OS and loads of them are Operating Systems so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Operating System alternatives to Chrome OS are Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora and Arch Linux.

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  1. Linux Mint icon

    Linux Mint

     1163 likes

    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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    Comments about Linux Mint as an Alternative to Chrome OS
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    Positive
    3

    Mint is probably the best Linux distribution on this planet. It has a lot more possibilities than Chromium OS, but it is not as easy.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    User1639378
    Negative
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    • It can run some Android apps with waydroid like every other Linux Distro with Wayland but nowhere near seamless like ChromeOS does
    • Linux Mint is a mutable OS
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    Not a cloud based OS like Chrome OS.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Linux Mint icon

    • Most users think Linux Mint is a great Chrome OS alternative.

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

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

    • Linux Mint is Free and Open SourceChrome OS is Free and Proprietary
    • Linux Mint is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedChrome OS is not according to our users
  2. Ubuntu icon

    Ubuntu

     2364 likes

    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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    Comments about Ubuntu as an Alternative to Chrome OS
    User1639378
    Positive
    0
    • It can run some Android apps with waydroid like every other Linux Distro with Wayland but nowhere near seamless like ChromeOS does
    • Ubuntu is a mutable OS
    corlaite
    Positive
    0

    Not a cloud based OS like Chrome OS.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Chrome OS Icon
    Ubuntu icon

    • Most users think Ubuntu is a great Chrome OS alternative.

    • Ubuntu is Free and Open SourceChrome OS is Free and Proprietary
    • Ubuntu is Customizable and LightweightChrome OS is not according to our users
  4. Debian icon

    Debian

     1155 likes

    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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    Debian 9 gnome.
     
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    Comments about Debian as an Alternative to Chrome OS
    User1639378
    Positive
    0
    • It can run some Android apps with waydroid like every other Linux Distro with Wayland but nowhere near seamless like ChromeOS does
    • Debian is a mutable OS
    corlaite
    Positive
    0

    Not a cloud based OS like Chrome OS.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Chrome OS Icon
    Debian icon

    • Most users think Debian is a great Chrome OS alternative.

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

    • Debian is Free and Open SourceChrome OS is Free and Proprietary
    • Debian is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedChrome OS is not according to our users
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    Zorin OS

    Linux-based OS designed for familiar user experience, mimicking Windows or macOS, supports dual-boot, runs Windows apps via WINE, pre-installed essential software, customizable desktop layouts, broad hardware compatibility, and p...

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  6. Fedora icon

    Fedora

     593 likes

    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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Fedora 38
     
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    Comments about Fedora as an Alternative to Chrome OS
    User1639378
    Positive
    1
    • It can run some Android apps with waydroid like every other Linux Distro with Wayland but nowhere near seamless like ChromeOS does
    • Only Silverblue is a immutable OS like ChromeOS
    Chrome OS Icon
    Fedora icon

    • Most users think Fedora is a great Chrome OS alternative.

    • Fedora is Free and Open SourceChrome OS is Free and Proprietary
    • Fedora is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightChrome OS is not according to our users
  7. Arch Linux icon

    Arch Linux

     782 likes

    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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    arch with KDE 4.4 desktop
     
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    Comments about Arch Linux as an Alternative to Chrome OS
    User1639378
    Negative
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    • It can run some Android apps with waydroid like every other Linux Distro with Wayland but nowhere near seamless like ChromeOS does
    • Arch is a mutable OS
    Chrome OS Icon
    Arch Linux icon

    • Most users think Arch Linux is a great Chrome OS alternative.

    • Arch Linux is Free and Open SourceChrome OS is Free and Proprietary
    • Arch Linux is Customizable, Lightweight, Minimalistic and Privacy focusedChrome OS is not according to our users
  8. Manjaro Linux icon

    Manjaro Linux

     330 likes

    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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    Manjaro 19.0 Kyria (Xfce)
     
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  10. elementary OS icon

    elementary OS

     351 likes

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

    199 elementary OS alternatives

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    • Linux
    Boot Screen
     
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    Comments about elementary OS as an Alternative to Chrome OS
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Very beautiful interface, Lightweight, speedy

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Chrome OS Icon
    elementary OS icon

    • Most users think elementary OS is a great Chrome OS alternative.

    • elementary OS is Free and Open SourceChrome OS is Free and Proprietary
    • elementary OS is LightweightChrome OS is not according to our users
  12. Zorin OS icon

    Zorin OS

     135 likes

    Linux-based OS designed for familiar user experience, mimicking Windows or macOS, supports dual-boot, runs Windows apps via WINE, pre-installed essential software, customizable desktop layouts, broad hardware compatibility, and privacy-focused updates.

    184 Zorin OS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Windows 10 layout
     
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    Comments about Zorin OS as an Alternative to Chrome OS
    User1639378
    Negative
    0

    It is a Linux distribution not a operating system...

    Chrome OS Icon
    Zorin OS icon
    • Zorin OS is Freemium and Open SourceChrome OS is Free and Proprietary
    • Zorin OS is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedChrome OS is not according to our users
  13. macOS icon

    macOS

     565 likes

    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
    macOS screenshot 1
     
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    • Some users think macOS is a great Chrome OS alternative, some don't.

    • macOS is the most popular Mac alternative to Chrome OS.

    • macOS is Free and ProprietaryChrome OS is also Free and Proprietary
  14. Kubuntu icon

    Kubuntu

     281 likes

    Kubuntu is an official "flavor" of Ubuntu that uses the KDE Plasma desktop environment. This gives it a completely different look and feel.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Kubuntu 19.10 "Eoan Ermine"
     
  15. KDE Linux icon

    KDE Linux

     25 likes

    Free Linux-based OS from KDE community, emphasizing safety, functionality, and advanced desktop technologies, integrating Plasma and KDE apps for home, enterprise, public, or pre-installed computer use, prioritizing updates, usability, and customization.

    54 KDE Linux alternatives

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    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    KDE Linux screenshot 1
     
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