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Ubuntu

Operating System for engineers and developers

Last updated: December 2024

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Ubuntu - 2025 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

What is Ubuntu?

Starting from

225

Per year

Ubuntu's key features

GetApp's analysis of 27 verified user reviews collected between August 2021 and January 2024 identified Ubuntu's most critical features and how it performs according to users.

System Updates

4.7

Reviewers appreciate Ubuntu's system updates for their frequency and importance in maintaining security and compatibility. They find the update process easy and fast, often requiring just one command. Users highlight the excellent package management and the availability of Personal Package Archives (PPAs) for additional applications. They also value the automated updates and the minimal need for reboots. Reviewers feel secure with Ubuntu's updates, noting that they address bugs and phishing issues effectively. Of the 17 Ubuntu users who gave detailed accounts of their use of System Updates, 100% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“The updating options for the whole system are easy and fast. One command gets the job done, no waiting for individual updates like windows systems.”

Swapnil Madiwale

Technology Lead

“System Updates are quite often released and are very important in Ubuntu as with any updates there are improvements and important fixes to the operating system.”

Alexander Petrov Sanchez

Music Composer

Desktop Interface

4.6

Users report that Ubuntu's desktop interface is highly customizable and user-friendly. They appreciate the variety of graphical interfaces available, such as Gnome, Mate, KDE, and Xfce, which cater to different preferences and hardware capabilities. Reviewers indicate that the interface is easy to use, even for non-technical users, and matches the usability of Windows. They find the fresh colors and backgrounds appealing and note that the interface supports extensive customization. Of the 16 Ubuntu users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Desktop Interface, 100% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“If there is one thing that allows you to modify the interface easily, it's UBUNTU. With several GUI to chose from, for both desktop and users, you will certainly find what you like and need. ”

Georges Asmar

Systems Administrator

“Ubuntu's desktop interface is exceptional. Any non technical person is also able to use it with ease.”

Varad Vaidya

Software Developer

User Interface

4.5

Reviewers highlight Ubuntu's user interface as intuitive and easy to use, especially for those transitioning from Windows. They appreciate the availability of multiple graphical user interfaces, which can be customized to suit individual preferences. Users find the interface responsive and stable, though some mention that certain tasks still require the use of the Terminal. Overall, they feel that Ubuntu's user interface is friendly, dynamic, and suitable for a wide range of users. Of the 18 Ubuntu users who gave detailed accounts of their use of User Interface, 89% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“Ubuntu has a very nice and friendly user interface that makes it simple to use for the majority of Microsoft OS users.”

Amjed Amro

Mechanical engineer

“User interface successfully matches Windows for ease of use by Windows users ”

Rich Fiekowsky

Principal System Administrator for Salesforce

All Ubuntu features

Features rating:

4.5

(117)

For Developers

4.8

(62)

Data Security

4.7

(70)

Memory Management

4.7

(68)

App Management

4.5

(60)

Kernels

4.6

(60)

Ubuntu alternatives

Ubuntu

4.7

(117)

Starting from

225

Per year

Free trial

Free version

Ease of Use

4.4

Features

4.5

Value for Money

4.8

Customer Support

4.3

Windows 10

4.6

(472)

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Starting from

139

One-time payment

Free trial

Free version

Ease of Use

4.7

Features

4.6

Value for Money

4.4

Customer Support

4.2

Windows 11

4.5

(81)

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Starting from

No pricing info

Free trial

Free version

Ease of Use

4.5

Features

4.5

Value for Money

4.2

Customer Support

4.0

Android 11

4.6

(117)

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Starting from

Free

Free trial

Free version

Ease of Use

4.7

Features

4.5

Value for Money

4.5

Customer Support

4.0

Ubuntu pricing

Starting from

225

Per year

Flat Rate

Pricing details

Subscription

Free trial

Free plan

Pricing range

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User opinions about Ubuntu price and value

Value for money rating:

4.8

Of 23 reviews that provide robust commentary on Ubuntu's price and value, 91% mention it in a positive light.

Most reviewers indicate that Ubuntu offers excellent value for money due to its open-source nature and the fact that it is free to use. They appreciate that there are no licensing fees, which allows for significant cost savings. Users think the ability to integrate, adapt, and change the system without additional costs is a major benefit. They find it particularly useful for reviving old laptops or using cheaper computers. Some users report that while some hardware may require paid drivers, the overall cost-benefit ratio remains favorable. Reviewers appreciate the large community support and good documentation, which make it easier to learn and use.

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To see what individual users think of Ubuntu's cost and value, check out the review excerpts below.

“It has a free version, which is great, it optimizes the pc a lot and has versions for all types of computers.”

Sofia Brocardo

Architecture and programming student

“Makes it a very popular alternative of Windows that is almost free.”

Maha Shamseddine

Assistant Professor

“I can say definitively that it falls short in a number of different ways, but its price point is what really has me on the fence.”

Jane Alam Tusher

Frontend Engineer

Ubuntu integrations (28)

Integrations rated by users

We looked through 117 user reviews, to identify which products are mentioned as Ubuntu integrations, and what is the users perception.

Google Chrome

Integration rating: 4.7 (3)

“I use the internet for pretty much everything and keeping the internet working is crucial”

Anonymous Reviewer

Small Company Owner

Visual Studio Code

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

“It's my workbench. I have other options, but this is the most dynamic and powerful of them all.”

Anonymous Reviewer

Small Company Owner

LibreOffice

Integration rating: 4.8 (4)

Firefox

Integration rating: 5.0 (2)

Apache OpenOffice

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

GitHub

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

VirtualBox

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

FileZilla

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

Microsoft Edge

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

MobaXTerm

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

vSphere

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

Microsoft Teams

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

Ubuntu support options

Typical customers

Freelancers

Small businesses

Mid size businesses

Large enterprises

Platforms supported

Web

Android

iPhone/iPad

Support options

24/7 (Live rep)

FAQs/Forum

Chat

Training options

Videos

Documentation

Ubuntu reviews

Overall rating

4.7

117

Positive reviews

Rating breakdown

Value for money
Ease of use
Features
Customer support
Likelihood to recommend9.03/10

Rating distribution

Pros

“What i like very much about ubuntu is the security once your machine is connected to ubuntu you are totally secure and also the simplicity of the interface that help the user to work with a fast way.”

Achraf E.

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“Great and robust operating system, both for work and for fun. Supported by a strong community.”

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“It offers you both security and great user interface in one whole package. The frequency of the updates make sure that your operating system is reliable and robust.”

Masoud D.

Software Developer

Cons

“Perhaps the most difficult part of Ubuntu is the annoying hours experienced until you get used to it. But once you get used to it, it will be very difficult to let go.”

Deniz Yekta s.

engineer

“There are a few disadvantages to using Ubuntu that I find extremely disappointing.”

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“It is littel bit hard to use for new users in compare to windows.”