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Raspberry Pi Imager vs Sailfish OS
Both stand on operating systems. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Raspberry Pi Imager combines operating system selection, device setup, and write verification in a free utility. Take care to select the right storage device, and disable telemetry in App Options if you prefer.
Visit Raspberry Pi Imager Free plan AndroidLinux
Sailfish OS combines Linux foundations, Android compatibility and configurable management for mobile and embedded use. Confirm device support and the deployment model before adopting it.
Visit Sailfish OSThe facts
| Raspberry Pi Imager | Sailfish OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, Linux |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Sailfish OS voluntary subscription: €4.90 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | raspberrypi.com | sailfishos.org |
| On operating systems | #28 of 42 | #32 of 42 |
Raspberry Pi Imager: what it does well
- Offers popular OS images and local or custom image sources
- Can preconfigure credentials and remote connectivity
- Supports SSH password or public key authentication
- Verifies written images
- Free on Windows, macOS, and Linux
What to know first
- Writing an image overwrites all data on the selected device
- Anonymous usage telemetry is enabled by default
Sailfish OS: what it does well
- Runs native Qt applications
- Optional Android AppSupport
- Includes mobile device management APIs
- Offers encryption and sandboxing
- Supports user-owned cloud services
What to know first
- Official downloads cover selected devices
- Android support is optional
- Voluntary subscription auto-renews
- Community ports are separate from official support
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