Ubuntu Core Alternatives

Ubuntu Core is described as 'A minimalist rendition of Ubuntu , is a lightweight, transactionally updated operating system designed for deployments on embedded and IoT devices, cloud and more' and is a Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Ubuntu Core for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Self-Hosted, Windows, BSD and Mac apps. The best Ubuntu Core alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Ubuntu Core are Debian, Fedora, Manjaro Linux and elementary OS.

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Ubuntu Core alternatives page was last updated Oct 24, 2018
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  1. Void Linux icon

    Void Linux

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    Void is a general purpose operating system, based on the monolithic Linux® kernel. Its package system allows you to quickly install, update and remove software; software is provided in binary packages or can be built directly from sources with the help of the XBPS source...

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Void's desktops: XFCE, Enlightenment and MATE

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  GNU/linux-libre
    2.  Linux-based

    Void Linux VS Ubuntu Core

     
  2. GNU Guix icon

    GNU Guix

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    A purely functional package manager and an advanced distribution of the GNU operating system developed by the GNU Project—which respects the freedom of computer users.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • GNU Hurd
    Xfce desktop environment

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight
    3.  Configurable

    Features

    1.  FSF Endorsement
    2.  Linux-based
    3.  Functional Language
    4.  Rolling Release
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Container Virtualization
    7.  Support for scripting
    8.  Command line interface
    9.  No registration required
    10.  Ad-free
    11.  No Tracking

    GNU Guix VS Ubuntu Core

     
  4. Peppermint OS icon

    Peppermint OS

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    Peppermint OS is a user-friendly operating system that prioritizes mobility, efficiency, and ease of use, allowing users to quickly connect, communicate, and complete tasks without the need for extensive setup or customization.

    170 Peppermint OS alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Peppermint OS screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Based on Debian

    Peppermint OS VS Ubuntu Core

     
  5. Linux Lite icon

    Linux Lite

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    Linux Lite is a beginner-friendly Linux distribution based on Ubuntu LTS and featuring the Xfce desktop.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • NZ flagNew Zealand

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Linux Lite 4.2 -November 2018

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  User friendly

    Features

    1.  Based on Ubuntu

    Linux Lite VS Ubuntu Core

     
  6. OpenMandriva Lx icon

    OpenMandriva Lx

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    The OpenMandriva distribution is a full-featured Linux desktop and server, sponsored by the OpenMandriva Association, and is based on ROSA, a Russian Linux distribution project which forked Mandriva Linux in 2012.

    171 OpenMandriva Lx alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Linux
    The logon screen

    OpenMandriva Lx VS Ubuntu Core

     
  7. Bodhi Linux icon

    Bodhi Linux

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    Bodhi Linux, a lightweight distribution featuring the fast & fully customizable Moksha Desktop (https://alternativeto.net/software/moksha/about/). The 64-bit is built on top of Ubuntu (20.04). The 32-bit Non-PAE architecture has a Ubuntu 18.04 base – Bodhi Linux 6.0.

    111 Bodhi Linux alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Bodhi Linux screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Minimalistic

    Features

    1.  Compatible with older computers
    2.  32-bit support
    3.  Based on Ubuntu

    Bodhi Linux VS Ubuntu Core

     
  9. Nitrux OS icon

    Nitrux OS

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    Debian-based Linux OS emphasizing beauty and efficiency. Uses KDE Plasma 5, AppImages, and OpenRC instead of systemd. Integrated with Maui Apps and Liquorix kernel for high responsiveness. Includes Firefox, NX Software Center, comprehensive app suite, and hardware probing.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • MX flagMexico

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Nitrux 3.6.0

    Nitrux OS Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Kde support
    7.  NX Desktop
    8.  Based on Debian
    9.  KDE

    Nitrux OS VS Ubuntu Core

     
  10. SliTaz icon

    SliTaz

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    SliTaz is a free operating system, working completely in RAM and booting from removable media such as a CD-ROM or USB key. SliTaz is distributed as a LiveCD, and weighs less than 40MB. The system is quick and responsive, clean and robust.

    144 SliTaz alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CH flagSwitzerland

    Platforms

    • Linux
    SliTaz screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Rolling Release
    3.  Portable
    4.  Portable Linux
    5.  Technical versatility
    6.  Linux-based

    SliTaz VS Ubuntu Core

     
  11. Univention Corporate Server (UCS) icon

    Univention Corporate Server (UCS)

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    UCS is an open platform for central identity & access management, IT management, and active directory, with a web portal for easy access to applications.

    95 Univention Corporate Server (UCS) alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Self-Hosted
    • Kubernetes
    Univention App Center

    Univention Corporate Server (UCS) Features

    1.  DHCP Server
    2.  Single Sign-On
    3.  Based on Debian
    4.  ARM support
    5.  Active Directory Migration
    6.  Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
    7. Microsoft Active Directory icon  Active Directory integration
    8.  SAML Single Sign-On

    Univention Corporate Server (UCS) VS Ubuntu Core

     

    • Univention Corporate Server (UCS) is the most popular Web-based & SaaS alternative to Ubuntu Core.

    • Univention Corporate Server (UCS) is Freemium and Open SourceUbuntu Core is Free and Open Source
  12. SparkyLinux icon

    SparkyLinux

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    SparkyLinux is a Debian-based Linux distribution which provides ready to use, out of the box operating system with a set of slightly customized lightweight desktops.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    SparkyLinux screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Gaming-focused

    Features

    1.  Rolling Release
    2.  Based on Debian

    SparkyLinux VS Ubuntu Core

     
  13. Trisquel icon

    Trisquel

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    Trisquel is a computer operating system, a GNU + Linux distribution, derived from another distribution, Ubuntu, which is derived from Debian.

    177 Trisquel alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Trisquel screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  DRM Free
    2.  FSF Endorsement
    3.  Based on Debian

    Trisquel VS Ubuntu Core

     
  14. Edubuntu icon

    Edubuntu

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    Edubuntu is an Ubuntu-based operating system that's designed for educational use in schools and other educational institutions.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Edubuntu screenshot 1

    Edubuntu VS Ubuntu Core

     
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