MidnightBSD AlternativesOperating Systems and other similar apps like MidnightBSD

MidnightBSD is described as 'New BSD-derived operating system developed with desktop users in mind. It includes all the software you'd expect for your daily tasks — email, web browsing, word processing, gaming, and much more' and is a operating system in the os & utilities category. There are more than 100 alternatives to MidnightBSD for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, BSD, Self-Hosted and Arch Linux apps. The best MidnightBSD alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like MidnightBSD are Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora and Arch Linux.

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MidnightBSD is a new BSD-derived operating system developed with desktop users in mind. It includes all the software you'd expect for your daily tasks — email, web browsing, word processing, gaming, and much more.

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  1. Linux Mint icon
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    Linux Mint

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    Linux Mint is one of the most popular desktop Linux distributions and used by millions of people. The purpose of Linux Mint is to produce a modern, elegant and comfortable operating system which is both powerful and easy to use. Latest: Wilma (22).

    185 Linux Mint alternatives
    Linux Mint screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Linux Mint screenshot 1
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    Linux Mint screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Windows-like
    2.  Based on Ubuntu
    3.  Support for Nvidia drivers
    4.  User friendly
    5.  Cinnamon Desktop
    6.  Debian package compatible
    7.  Linux-based
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Out Of The Box
    10.  No Tracking
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Built-in File Manager
    13.  Based on Debian
    14.  Multiple languages
    15.  Works Offline
    16.  XFCE support
    17.  Extensive settings menu
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    Linux Mint VS MidnightBSD

    Is Linux Mint a good alternative to MidnightBSD?
     

    • Linux Mint is the most popular Linux alternative to MidnightBSD.

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

    • Linux Mint is Free and Open SourceMidnightBSD is also Free and Open Source
    • Linux Mint is Customizable and LightweightMidnightBSD is not according to our users
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    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.

    162 Ubuntu alternatives
    Ubuntu 24.04 with Gnome 46

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Ubuntu
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    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    3.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Linux-based
    2.  Based on Debian
    3.  User friendly
    4.  APT package manager
    5.  Support for Unicode
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  OTA Updates
    10.  Kde support
    11.  Support for .deb files
    12.  Support for scripting
    13.  Debian package compatible
    14.  KDE
    15.  Portable
    16.  Dark Mode
    17.  X server
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  4. Debian icon
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    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
    Debian 9 gnome.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    Debian screenshot 1
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    Debian screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Low memory usage
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Package Control
    4.  Based on Debian
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Command line interface
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  Works Offline
    10.  Portable
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    Debian VS MidnightBSD

    Is Debian a good alternative to MidnightBSD?
     

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

    • Debian is Free and Open SourceMidnightBSD is also Free and Open Source
    • Debian is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedMidnightBSD is not according to our users
  5. Fedora icon
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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.

    187 Fedora alternatives
    Fedora 38

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Fedora screenshot 1
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    XFCE spin

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Linux-based
    2.  Out Of The Box
    3.  Wayland Support
    4.  Desktop Environment
    5.  No Tracking
    6.  Support for BTRFS
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Unix-like
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Multiple languages
    11.  Separated workspaces
    12.  No registration required
    13.  Works Offline
    14.  Rolling Release
    15.  Key rebinding
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  6. Arch Linux icon
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    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.

    198 Arch Linux alternatives
    arch with KDE 4.4 desktop

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    another arch with KDE 4.3 desktop
    arch for console addict
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    arch with openbox window manager

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Minimalistic
    4.  Community-based
    5.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Rolling Release
    2.  Arch User Repository
    3.  Wiki documentation
    4.  Linux-based
    5.  Bleeding edge
    6.  No Tracking
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Command line interface
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Works Offline
    11.  Package Control
    12.  ARM support
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  7. Manjaro Linux icon
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    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...

    185 Manjaro Linux alternatives
    Manjaro 19.0 Kyria (Xfce)

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    Manjaro 17.0 Gellivara (KDE)
    Manjaro 17.0 Gellivara (I3)
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    Manjaro 17.0 Gellivara (I3)

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Community-based
    4.  Clean design

    Features

    1.  Rolling Release
    2.  Based on Arch Linux
    3.  Arch User Repository
    4.  User friendly
    5.  Linux-based
    6.  Simple installation
    7.  Out Of The Box
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Support for Nvidia drivers
    10.  Live booting from usb
    11.  Ad-free
    12.  Wiki documentation
    13.  Plasma based
    14.  ARM support
    15.  X86/x64 Compatibility
    16.  No registration required
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  9. Windows 10 icon
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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.

    181 Windows 10 alternatives
    Windows 10 screenshot 1

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    +1
    Windows 10 screenshot 3

    Windows 10 Features

    1.  Auto Update
    2.  Usability
    3.  PowerShell Scripting
    4.  Onedrive integration
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Xbox Streaming
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Binary packages
    10.  Tablet support
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    Windows 10 VS MidnightBSD

    Is Windows 10 a good alternative to MidnightBSD?
     

    • Windows 10 is the most popular commercial alternative to MidnightBSD.

    • Windows 10 is Paid and ProprietaryMidnightBSD is Free and Open Source
  10. openSUSE icon
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    openSUSE

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    openSUSE is a free and Linux-based operating system for your PC, Laptop or Server.

    193 openSUSE alternatives
    GNOME desktop in openSUSE Leap 15.2.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    KDE Plasma desktop in openSUSE Leap 15.2.
    XFCE desktop in openSUSE Leap 15.2.

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Kde support
    2.  User friendly
    3.  Linux-based
    4.  Rolling Release
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  No Tracking
    7.  Dark Mode
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    openSUSE VS MidnightBSD

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  11. elementary OS icon
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    elementary OS

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

    200 elementary OS alternatives
    The boot screen

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    The logon screen
    The desktop and the menu
    +2
    Some programs included with elementary OS

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Configurable

    Features

    1.  macOS-like
    2.  Based on Ubuntu
    3.  Flatpak
    4.  Debian package compatible
    5.  App center
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Distraction-free
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  Consistent UI
    13.  Out Of The Box
    14.  Unix kernel
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    elementary OS VS MidnightBSD

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  12. macOS icon
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    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.

    176 macOS alternatives
    macOS screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    macOS screenshot 3

    Top macOS Features

    1.  Consistent UI
    2.  Unix-like
    3.  Usability
    4.  Spotlight
    5.  Compatible with Microsoft Office
    6.  Unlock with fingerprint
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Chromecast Support
    10.  Voice Commands
    11.  QuickLook File Preview
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    macOS VS MidnightBSD

    Is macOS a good alternative to MidnightBSD?
     

    • macOS is the most popular Mac alternative to MidnightBSD.

    • macOS is Free and ProprietaryMidnightBSD is Free and Open Source
  13. Kubuntu icon
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    Kubuntu

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

    201 Kubuntu alternatives
    Kubuntu 19.10 "Eoan Ermine"

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Kubuntu 20.10 "Hirsute Hippo"

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Based on Ubuntu
    2.  KDE
    3.  User friendly
    4.  Based on Debian
    5.  No Tracking
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Rolling Release
    8.  Desktop Application
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  14. Pop!_OS icon
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    Pop!_OS

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    Pop!_OS is an operating system for STEM and creative professionals who use their computer as a tool to discover and create. Unleash your potential on secure, reliable open source software. Based on your exceptional curiosity, we sense you have a lot of it.

    173 Pop!_OS alternatives
    Pop!_OS screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Pop!_OS screenshot 1
    Pop!_OS screenshot 2
    +1
    Pop!_OS screenshot 3

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Based on Ubuntu
    2.  User friendly
    3.  Linux-based
    4.  Automatic window tiling
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  No Tracking
    7.  Content creators
    8.  Dark Mode
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    Pop!_OS VS MidnightBSD

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