Ubuntu Alternatives

Ubuntu is described as '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' and is a leading Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Ubuntu for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Self-Hosted, Windows, BSD and Mac apps. The best Ubuntu alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Ubuntu are Debian, Manjaro Linux, Fedora and Kubuntu.

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  1. Windows 11 icon

    Windows 11

     43 likes

    Experience the latest Windows OS with a new Start menu, integrated Teams, and gaming technologies like Auto HDR. Improved security with stricter requirements enhances protection, and seamless Microsoft Account integration makes it ideal for modern devices.

    167 Windows 11 alternatives

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    • Windows
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    Windows 11 vs Ubuntu Comments
    veddev
    Negative
    0

    Linux is Free and open source, Windows is not.

    Rasheed AZ
    Negative
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    Would you like your PC to show you ads even when not browsing the internet? Would you like us to take screenshots of your private activities and unleash our closed source AI on your data? Would you love to be denied the freedom to choose your default web browser? Then buy Microsoft Windows 11 because we have all these amazing spyware features and more!

    Actually, we saved you the hassle of buying it and it's price is already included in the computer you paid for!

    operfeito11
    0

    most people using linux use it to not use windows or mac

    • Windows 11 is Paid and ProprietaryUbuntu is Free and Open Source
  2. Nobara Linux icon

    Nobara Linux

     31 likes

    The Nobara Project, to put it simply, is a modified version of Fedora Linux with user-friendly fixes added to it. Fedora is a very good workstation OS, however, anything involving any kind of 3rd party or proprietary packages is usually...

    103 Nobara Linux alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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  4. Raspberry Pi OS icon

    Raspberry Pi OS

     107 likes

    Raspberry Pi OS (previously called Raspbian) is the Foundation’s official supported operating system. You can install it with NOOBS or download the image below and follow our installation guide.

    194 Raspberry Pi OS alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
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    Raspberry Pi OS vs Ubuntu Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    4

    it's cool, a debian for the raspberry, i use it for my pi's, but i am looking for a replacement for my desktop

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    adsmz
    Positive
    0

    it's an operating system. so is ubuntu

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    operfeito11
    Negative
    0

    its for raspberry pi, not desktop or laptop

    • Raspberry Pi OS is Free and Open SourceUbuntu is also Free and Open Source
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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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  6. Red Hat Enterprise Linux icon

    Red Hat Enterprise Linux

     124 likes

    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.

    183 Red Hat Enterprise Linux alternatives

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    • Linux
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    Red Hat Enterprise Linux vs Ubuntu Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    VB22
    0

    Free if you use the Developer version (needs signup), but it covers up to 16 servers - https://developers.redhat.com/articles/faqs-no-cost-red-hat-enterprise-linux

    Top Negative Comment
    veddev
    0

    Ubuntu and Linux in general is free, RHEL is not.

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    It's especifically for server usage, not for desktop. That's why it shouldn't be a recommendation.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 6 comments
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux is Paid and ProprietaryUbuntu is Free and Open Source
  7. Solus icon

    Solus

     70 likes

    Solus Operating System is a Linux distribution built from scratch, exclusively for desktop systems. There is no scope-creep associated with generic platforms, and the project aims to provide a modern and focused desktop-centric solution, that is designed to keep out of the way...

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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    Solus vs Ubuntu Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    7

    Solus created the Budgie desktop. Solus is a rare curated-rolling-release distro. Solus has Steam Implementation Built-in, excellent for gamers. GUI to manage drivers and easy access to newer drivers. Not bloated like Ubuntu. The community is very kind and helpful.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    6

    It doesn't have many applets compared to Ubuntu Budgie, so customization on Solus, especially its flagship with Budgie is pretty limiting.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    mlemmark
    Negative
    3

    It has an alien-like package manager and small quantity of packages available. It's easy to use, but since it has very small number of packages, it tends to force the user [indirectly] to use snap/flatpak as the only way to have the application that are missing in their repos, but it also brings other issues.

    3 of 4 comments
    • Solus is Free and Open SourceUbuntu is also Free and Open Source
  8. CentOS icon

    CentOS

     151 likes

    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.

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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    CentOS vs Ubuntu Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    9

    Very old packages, same as Debian Stable and Red Hat. It's often use as server, not as a desktop. If you want huge stability, you can use it.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • CentOS is Free and Open SourceUbuntu is also Free and Open Source
  10. Puppy Linux icon

    Puppy Linux

     102 likes

    Puppy Linux is a unique family of Linux distributions meant for the home-user computers. It was originally created by Barry Kauler in 2003.

    193 Puppy Linux alternatives

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    • Linux
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    Puppy Linux vs Ubuntu Comments
    operfeito11
    Negative
    0

    too lightweight, pain to do everything.

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Puppy is for old computers.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Puppy Linux is Free and Open SourceUbuntu is also Free and Open Source
  11. KDE neon icon

    KDE neon

     50 likes

    KDE neon is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution that offers a stable and easy-to-use platform, featuring the latest KDE Plasma desktop and application releases.

    125 KDE neon alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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    KDE neon vs Ubuntu Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    6

    A good alternative to Ubuntu and Kubuntu because it only ships the necessary, no useless packages like Kubuntu. It's a minimalistic distro. If you want the new versions of Plasma Shell, you should install it instead of Kubuntu (Ubuntu with KDE).

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • KDE neon is Free and Open SourceUbuntu is also Free and Open Source
    • KDE neon is Privacy focusedUbuntu is not according to our users
  12. Deepin icon

    Deepin

     61 likes

    Deepin is a reinterpretation to creativity and individuality. It is not only a rebirth to the system appearance, but also a brand-new upgrade to the operating experience! All of this lets deepin become the best partner of your computer.

    198 Deepin alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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    Deepin vs Ubuntu Comments
    mlemmark
    Positive
    4

    This distribution is a proof of concept, a proof that you don't need to be big to do big things, I mean, their created the whole set of apps, the desktop environment, the installer, basically all by themselves while Ubuntu still depends on GNOME and haven't created such beautiful, fast, modern desktop environment.

    Guest
    Negative
    3

    Bad translation, a lot of things, like its store is both in English and Chinese, they removed the internacional store function. They just care about the Chinese users and takes so long to send security updates and their store is very dated since it bases itself on Debian Stable.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It does all Ubuntu does but with the most beautiful UI in a Linux ever.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Deepin is Free and Open SourceUbuntu is also Free and Open Source
  13. Haiku icon

    Haiku

     101 likes

    Haiku is an open-source operating system that specifically targets personal computing. Inspired by the BeOS, Haiku is fast, simple to use, easy to learn and yet very powerful.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Haiku
    • Self-Hosted
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    Haiku vs Ubuntu Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    6

    Very outdated, no one created programs for it, it's a forgotten OS. Very limited in packages, drivers and stuff.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Haiku is Free and Open SourceUbuntu is also Free and Open Source
    • Haiku is Privacy focusedUbuntu is not according to our users
  15. MX Linux icon

    MX Linux

     38 likes

    MX Linux is an operating system - a cooperative venture between the antiX and former MEPIS communities. It is a midweight OS that combines an elegant and efficient desktop with simple configuration, high stability and solid performance.

    179 MX Linux alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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    MX Linux vs Ubuntu Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    4

    It's just a spin from Debian shipped with Xfce desktop and some utilities to make things better for newbies. It's not good because all the packages are very old, the community is very small.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    Nothing special, very overrated distro. It's just Debian + Xfce + some useful tools (not created by the MX devs), just used in the distro to make it "easier". It's very stable as Debian is.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • MX Linux is Free and Open SourceUbuntu is also Free and Open Source
    • MX Linux is Privacy focusedUbuntu is not according to our users
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