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. SolydXK icon
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    SolydX and SolydK are Debian based distributions with the Xfce and KDE Plasma desktop. SolydXK aims to be simple to use, providing an environment that is both stable and secure.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  2. BigLinux icon
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    BigLinux is the right choice if you want an easy and enriching Linux experience. It has been perfected over more than 19 years, following our motto: "In search of the perfect system".

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  3. Neptune icon
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    Neptune is a GNU/Linux Distribution for desktops based fully upon Debian Stable. It ships with a modern KDE Plasma Desktop with its main view on a good looking multimedia system which allows for getting work done.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  4. AOSC OS icon
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    AOSC OS is the Linux distribution project of AOSC.

    AOSC OS is built independently, with some reference from some of the greatest Linux distributions from all over the world, namely Fedora, Arch Linux and Debian, etc. The system was initially built with bits and parts from the Li.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  5. Kaisen Linux icon
     3 likes

    Kaisen Linux is a distribution for IT professional based on the Debian GNU/Linux distribution. It is a complete operating system whose originality is to provide a set of tools dedicated to system administration and covering all the needs for diagnosing and dealing with faults or...

    51 Kaisen Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  6. KolibriOS icon
     17 likes

    KolibriOS is a tiny yet incredibly powerful and fast operating system. This power requires only a few megabyte disk space and 8MB of RAM to run. Kolibri features a rich set of applications that include word processor, image viewer, graphical editor, web browser and well over 30...

    80 KolibriOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
     
  7. EuroLinux icon
     5 likes

    EuroLinux is an enterprise-class Linux distribution made and supported by the EuroLinux company, built directly from source code of Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  8. PrismLinux icon
     1 like

    PrismLinux is a performance-oriented, Arch-based distribution featuring a graphical installer and optimized kernels (Liquorix/Zen) for a fast, simple, and rolling-release desktop experience.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
     
  9. NixBSD icon
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    NixBSD is an attempt to make a reproducible and declarable BSD, based on NixOS. Although theoretically much of this work could be copied to build other BSDs, all work thus far has been focused on building a FreeBSD distribution.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • BSD
    • FreeBSD
     
  10. GeckoLinux icon
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    GeckoLinux is a Linux spin based on the openSUSE distribution, with a focus on polish and out-of-the-box usability on the desktop.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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  11. SnowflakeOS icon
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    SnowflakeOS is a NixOS based Linux distribution focused on beginner friendliness and ease of use.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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