OpenBSD AlternativesOperating Systems and other similar apps like OpenBSD

OpenBSD is described as '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' and is a popular operating system in the security & privacy category. There are more than 100 alternatives to OpenBSD for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Self-Hosted, BSD, Mac and Windows apps. The best OpenBSD alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like OpenBSD 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.

    184 Linux Mint alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    Linux Mint 22.2 "Zara"
     
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    it is also open sourced, safe and come with many useful applications, but most importantly it's too user friendly.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Linux Mint is the most popular Linux alternative to OpenBSD.

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

    • Linux Mint is Free and Open SourceOpenBSD is also Free and Open Source
    • Linux Mint is Lightweight and Privacy focusedOpenBSD 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.

    165 Ubuntu alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • Ubuntu
    Ubuntu 24.04 with Gnome 46
     
  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.

    199 Debian alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    Debian 9 gnome.
     

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

    • Debian is Free and Open SourceOpenBSD is also Free and Open Source
    • Debian is Lightweight and Privacy focusedOpenBSD 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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    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

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    Fedora 38
     
  7. 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

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    arch with KDE 4.4 desktop
     
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    Linux kernel

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    The Linux kernel is the core component of the Linux operating system. It's responsible for managing the system's resources and facilitating communication between hardware and software. It was first created by Linus Torvalds in 1991 and is open-source, allowing for...

    17 Linux kernel alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
     
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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...

    179 Manjaro Linux alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    Manjaro 19.0 Kyria (Xfce)
     
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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.

    175 macOS alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    macOS screenshot 1
     

    • macOS is the most popular Mac alternative to OpenBSD.

    • macOS is Free and ProprietaryOpenBSD is Free and Open Source
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    FreeBSD

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    FreeBSD is an operating system used to power modern servers, desktops, and embedded platforms. A large community has continually developed it for more than thirty years. Its advanced networking, security, and storage features have made FreeBSD the platform of choice for many of...

    194 FreeBSD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
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    Comments about FreeBSD as an Alternative to OpenBSD
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    Its a better version of OpenBSD because of the added features and fixes.

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    • FreeBSD is Free and Open SourceOpenBSD is also Free and Open Source
    • FreeBSD is Privacy focused and LightweightOpenBSD is not according to our users
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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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    Kubuntu 19.10 "Eoan Ermine"
     
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    Comments about Kubuntu as an Alternative to OpenBSD
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    Not as stable and secure as OpenBSD.

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    • Kubuntu is Free and Open SourceOpenBSD is also Free and Open Source
    • Kubuntu is Privacy focused and LightweightOpenBSD is not according to our users
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