Red Hat Enterprise Linux AlternativesTop Linux Distros & Operating Systems like Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Red Hat Enterprise Linux is described as 'Red Hat is the leader in development, deployment, and management of Linux and open source solutions for Internet infrastructure - ranging from embedded devices to secure Web servers. Red Hat was founded in 1994 by visionary entrepreneurs Bob Young and Marc Ewing' and is a very popular Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Red Hat Enterprise Linux for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Self-Hosted, Windows, BSD and Mac apps. The best Red Hat Enterprise Linux alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Red Hat Enterprise Linux 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"
     

    • Linux Mint is the most popular Linux alternative to Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

    • Linux Mint is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

    • Linux Mint is Free and Open SourceRed Hat Enterprise Linux is Paid and Proprietary
    • Linux Mint is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedRed Hat Enterprise Linux is not according to our users
  2. Ubuntu icon

    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

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    • 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 Red Hat Enterprise Linux alternative.

    • Debian is the most popular Windows & Self-Hosted alternative to Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

    • Debian is Free and Open SourceRed Hat Enterprise Linux is Paid and Proprietary
    • Debian is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedRed Hat Enterprise Linux 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
     
  8. openSUSE icon

    openSUSE

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

    192 openSUSE alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    GNOME desktop in openSUSE Leap 15.2.
     
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    Comments about openSUSE as an Alternative to Red Hat Enterprise Linux
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    More funtionaly, easier, more stable, and based on SUSE Linux Enterprise, with excellent interfaces.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    Suit to each kind of User, from beginner to Hackers. And Its relation with SUSE is dealed well, which is not like CentOS & RedHat.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • openSUSE is Free and Open SourceRed Hat Enterprise Linux is Paid and Proprietary
    • openSUSE is Customizable and Privacy focusedRed Hat Enterprise Linux is not according to our users
  10. Manjaro Linux icon

    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)
     
  12. macOS icon

    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
     

    • Some users think macOS is a great Red Hat Enterprise Linux alternative, some don't.

    • macOS is the most popular Mac alternative to Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

    • macOS is Free and ProprietaryRed Hat Enterprise Linux is Paid and Proprietary
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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...

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    FreeBSD screenshot 1
     
  14. Zorin OS icon

    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

    Application types

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    • Linux
    Windows 10 layout
     
  15. CentOS icon

    CentOS

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    CentOS is a community-supported, free and open source operating system based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. It exists to provide a free enterprise class computing platform and strives to maintain 100% binary compatibility with its upstream distribution.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    The logon screen
     
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    CentOS is a clone of RHEL, with Red Hat branding removed. It should be at the top of the list.

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    • Almost everyone thinks CentOS is a great Red Hat Enterprise Linux alternative.

    • CentOS is Free and Open SourceRed Hat Enterprise Linux is Paid and Proprietary
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