A software manager for the Linux Mint operating system to easily install new applications.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Linux
Ireland
EU

Apps similar to PackageKit include Homebrew, which is free and open source. Other options are Bazaar App Store, Synaptic, GNOME Software and Discover. There's no shortage of Software Installers like PackageKit, with more than 50 alternatives for Linux, Mac, the web and Windows.
A software manager for the Linux Mint operating system to easily install new applications.

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