Linux Mint vs Xubuntu
| Linux Mint | Xubuntu | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux | Linux |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Device types | desktop computers, laptop computers | desktop computers |
| Support lifecycle | LTS releases are supported for 5 years; Linux Mint 22.3 is supported until April 2029. | Regular releases: 9 months; LTS releases: 3 years |
| Built-in management | Update Manager; centralized software updates | Software Updater; Software & Updates settings; Software Center |
| App compatibility | Software manager; access to software packages; dual-boot installation alongside Windows | APT/DEB packages, Snap, Flatpak, AppImage, PPAs |
| Deployment models | Installation on desktop and laptop computers; live USB | Installed on compatible computers; live USB/DVD trial |
| CPU architectures | — | x86_64 (Intel or AMD 64-bit) |
Both are listed in Best Operating Systems. On Inferse, Linux Mint scores higher on our published basis.