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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (56.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Arch
Star Rating
(36)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(63)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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- Users report that Arch excels in RAM management, allowing for a more efficient use of system resources, while Xubuntu, although user-friendly, tends to consume more memory during multitasking.
- Reviewers mention that Arch's flexibility in device management is a standout feature, enabling users to customize their hardware settings extensively, whereas Xubuntu offers a more straightforward approach that may limit advanced configurations.
- G2 users highlight Arch's robust error detection capabilities, particularly in system operations monitoring, which helps in identifying issues proactively, while Xubuntu's monitoring tools are considered adequate but less comprehensive.
- Users on G2 say that Arch's backup and recovery options are highly customizable, allowing for tailored solutions, while Xubuntu provides a more simplified backup process that may not meet the needs of users requiring advanced features.
- Reviewers mention that Arch's steep learning curve can be a barrier for new users, but those who invest the time appreciate the control it offers, whereas Xubuntu is praised for its ease of setup and user-friendly interface, making it ideal for beginners.
- Users say that while Arch has a strong community support system, Xubuntu's quality of support is often rated higher due to its more accessible documentation and user forums, making troubleshooting easier for less experienced users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Arch
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No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.3
24
8.6
49
Ease of Use
6.7
25
8.6
49
Ease of Setup
5.4
13
7.9
20
Ease of Admin
7.9
8
7.9
12
Quality of Support
7.8
22
8.0
44
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
6
8.2
10
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
22
8.4
44
Features by Category
Memory Management - Operating System
Not enough data
8.1
6
Device Management - Operating System
Not enough data
7.8
6
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
Not enough data
7.8
6
Error Detection - Operating System
Not enough data
7.2
6
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Arch and Xubuntu are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
Arch has no unique categories
Xubuntu has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Arch
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Xubuntu
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
36.4%
Information Technology and Services
21.2%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
6.1%
Computer & Network Security
6.1%
Research
3.0%
Other
27.3%
Information Technology and Services
26.7%
Computer Software
21.7%
Computer & Network Security
8.3%
Higher Education
5.0%
Marketing and Advertising
3.3%
Other
35.0%
Discussions
What are the features of Arch Linux?
1 Comment
VK
Arch Linux is one of the lightest Linux distribution available in the market.Read more
Does Arch use RPM or Deb?
1 Comment
HC
NO Arch Linux, as a rolling release distribution, utilizes its own package management system called "pacman" (Package Manager) rather than relying on either...Read more
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