Windows Vista AlternativesOperating Systems and other similar apps like Windows Vista

Windows Vista is described as 'The successor to Windows XP and is introducing a slew of new features some of the more notable are Windows Aero, Windows Sidebar and the new Windows Shell structure' and is a operating system in the os & utilities category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Windows Vista for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Self-Hosted, BSD, Windows and Mac apps. The best Windows Vista alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Windows Vista 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 Windows Vista.

    • Linux Mint is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Windows Vista.

    • Linux Mint is Free and Open SourceWindows Vista is Paid and Proprietary
    • Linux Mint is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedWindows Vista is not according to our users
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    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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Ubuntu
    Ubuntu 24.04 with Gnome 46
     
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    Comments about Ubuntu as an Alternative to Windows Vista
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    because its a light weight program

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Ubuntu is Free and Open SourceWindows Vista is Paid and Proprietary
    • Ubuntu is Customizable and LightweightWindows Vista is not according to our users
  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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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    Debian 9 gnome.
     

    • Debian is the most popular Windows & Self-Hosted alternative to Windows Vista.

    • Debian is Free and Open SourceWindows Vista is Paid and Proprietary
    • Debian is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedWindows Vista 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

    Cost / License

    • 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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

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    • Linux
    arch with KDE 4.4 desktop
     
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    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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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    Manjaro 19.0 Kyria (Xfce)
     
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    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
     

    • macOS is the most popular Mac alternative to Windows Vista.

    • macOS is Free and ProprietaryWindows Vista is Paid and Proprietary
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    Windows 10

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    Versatile OS with universal app architecture, free first-year offer for Windows 7 and 8.1 users, redesigned mouse-touch UI, virtual desktop, Microsoft Edge, upgraded security, and enhanced graphics for gaming, supporting fingerprint and face recognition login.

    179 Windows 10 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • Most users think Windows 10 is a great Windows Vista alternative.

    • Windows 10 is the most popular commercial alternative to Windows Vista.

    • Windows 10 is Paid and ProprietaryWindows Vista is also Paid and Proprietary
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    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

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Windows 10 layout
     
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    It has a similar user interface, and it's free.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Zorin OS is Freemium and Open SourceWindows Vista is Paid and Proprietary
    • Zorin OS is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedWindows Vista is not according to our users
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