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One barScore 5.2

Free tierA free tier is on its own pricing page
Open codeNo open-source code on record
Runs widely1 of 6 device platforms
DocumentedThinly documented

Xubuntu is ranked #34 of 45 in operating systems on Freedom251. It runs on Linux. There is a free plan.

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Xubuntu Free Free operating system; 64-bit desktop and minimal downloads; minimum 1 GB memory and 8.6 GB disk space xubuntu.org · 7 Oct 2026

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Free plan: Yes
Device types: desktop computers
CPU architectures: x86_64 (Intel or AMD 64-bit)
Support lifecycle: Regular releases: 9 months; LTS releases: 3 years
Built-in management: Software Updater; Software & Updates settings; Software Center
App compatibility: APT/DEB packages, Snap, Flatpak, AppImage, PPAs
Deployment models: Installed on compatible computers; live USB/DVD trial

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The record

Product: Xubuntu is a community-developed operating system described as elegant and easy to use.
Experience: The project describes Xubuntu as delivering a smooth, unified user experience from boot to shutdown.
Lightweight: Xubuntu is designed to help users make the most of their machines while providing features for daily use.
Configurable: Xubuntu is modular and configurable to suit different needs.
Current release: Xubuntu 26.04 is an LTS release dated April 23, 2026, with support through April 26, 2029.
Desktop environment: Xubuntu 26.04 includes Xfce 4.20 updates, GNOME 49 apps, and MATE 1.28 apps.
Included software: The 26.04 release highlights GIMP 3.2.2, LibreOffice 26.2, Mousepad 0.7.0, PipeWire 1.6.2, and GStreamer 1.28.2.
Download options: Xubuntu 26.04 is offered as Desktop and Minimal images, with 64-bit torrents and direct downloads; a Minimal RISC-V 64-bit torrent is marked experimental.
Hardware requirements: The stated minimum is an Intel or AMD 64-bit processor, 1 GB memory, and 8.6 GB free disk space; 2 GB memory and 20 GB disk space are recommended for multiple applications and added files.
Try before installing: The download page says users can try Xubuntu from a USB or DVD before installing, with slower performance than an installed system.
Support: Support options include shipped and online documentation, IRC, mailing lists, Ubuntu Discourse, forums, Q&A sites, Reddit, and Telegram groups.
Community: Xubuntu is created by volunteers, and the project invites community participation in support, development, artwork, documentation, quality assurance, and advocacy.
Known issues: The 26.04 release page reports graphical glitches in some libadwaita apps due to missing icons and an unavailable graphical SSH agent.
Price from: Free

Where it ranks on Freedom251

Best Operating Systems in 2026#34 of 45

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