Debian AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Desktop Environments

The best Desktop Environment alternative to Debian is Fedora, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Debian and five of them are Desktop Environments so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Desktop Environment alternatives to Debian are EndeavourOS, Ultramarine Linux, GXDE OS and blackPanther OS.

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  1. Fedora icon

    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.

    184 Fedora alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Fedora 38
     
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    EndeavourOS

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    EndeavourOS is an Arch-based distro that provides an Arch experience without the hassle of installing it manually for both x86_64 and ARM systems. After installation, you’re provided with a lightweight and almost barebones environment ready to be explored with your terminal...

    163 EndeavourOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Welcome window
     
  4. Ultramarine Linux icon

    Ultramarine Linux

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    100% Fedora-compatible Linux distribution with stable updates, open-source packages, out-of-the-box tweaks, and enhanced setup for developers and everyday users, streamlining software creation, packaging, and immediate usability across all experience levels.

    167 Ultramarine Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    GNOME is a simple, elegant, and intuitive desktop environment with a focus on productivity.
     
  5. GXDE OS icon

    GXDE OS

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    A nostalgic yet modern Linux distribution reviving the classic Deepin 15 (DDE 15) desktop on a fresh Debian base, with built-in Wine and Android app support.

    3 GXDE OS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Debian
    • Deepin
    GXDE OS screenshot 1
     
  6. blackPanther OS icon

    blackPanther OS

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    This project birth in 2002! blackPanther OS is an independent Linux distribution which is not a fork of anything else. It is designed to be simple, fast, and easy to use... Its motto: just click and use it!.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Wine
    v22.1 (Pomáz) W11 like start menu
     
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