openSUSE AlternativesTop Linux Distros & Operating Systems like openSUSE

openSUSE is described as 'Free and Linux-based operating system for your PC, Laptop or Server' and is a very popular Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are more than 100 alternatives to openSUSE for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Self-Hosted, Windows, BSD and Mac apps. The best openSUSE alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like openSUSE 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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    Linux Mint 22.2 "Zara"
     
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    • Most users think Linux Mint is a great openSUSE alternative.

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

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

    • Linux Mint is Free and Open SourceopenSUSE is also Free and Open Source
    • Linux Mint is LightweightopenSUSE 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
     
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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.

    199 Debian alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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

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

    • Debian is Free and Open SourceopenSUSE is also Free and Open Source
    • Debian is LightweightopenSUSE 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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    Fedora 38
     
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    Comments about Fedora as an Alternative to openSUSE
    Joseph Leskey
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    Fedora has a lot of similarities to openSUSE that make it a great alternative. They both use RPM packages, they both have a large variety of up-to-date packages, they both benefit from vibrant communities and corporate support, and they both are extremely rewarding to use.

    John Fastman
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    Fedora and OpenSuse are both excellent distros. What makes Fedora most obviously similar to OpenSuse is that they both use .rpm software packages. Fedora's default desktop is Gnome 3, in contrast to OpenSuse's KDE Plasma. But, of course, you can install whatever desktop you like in either case.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Fedora is a great openSUSE alternative.

    • Fedora is Free and Open SourceopenSUSE is also Free and Open Source
    • Fedora is LightweightopenSUSE is not according to our users
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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.

    199 Arch Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    arch with KDE 4.4 desktop
     
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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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    Manjaro 19.0 Kyria (Xfce)
     
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    Comments about Manjaro Linux as an Alternative to openSUSE
    John Fastman
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    Manjaro doesn't use .rpm for its software packages, but it's similar to OpenSuse in these ways: 1) like OpenSuse Tumbleweed, it's a rolling distro, 2) KDE Plasma is the default desktop environment, 3) both have superb online community support.

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    • Manjaro Linux is Free and Open SourceopenSUSE is also Free and Open Source
    • Manjaro Linux is Lightweight and Security-focusedopenSUSE is not according to our users
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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

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
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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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    Zorin OS

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    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.

    186 Zorin OS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    Windows 10 layout
     
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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
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    • This alternative is disputed. macOS is a legitimate openSUSE alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • macOS is the most popular Mac alternative to openSUSE.

    • macOS is Free and ProprietaryopenSUSE 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.

    179 Windows 10 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Windows
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    Comments about Windows 10 as an Alternative to openSUSE
    Joseph Leskey
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    Windows is by no means a Linux distro, and it shows. It suffers from its somewhat bloated nature and is ultimately a product meant to turn a profit. OpenSUSE users enjoy a much more streamlined and lightweight operating system that puts the user first. OpenSUSE users also benefit from other key Linux features such as an impressive package repository and frequent unobtrusive updates.

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    • This alternative is disputed. Windows 10 is a legitimate openSUSE alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

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

    • Windows 10 is Paid and ProprietaryopenSUSE is Free and Open Source
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