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At a Glance
Chrome OS
Chrome OS
Star Rating
(555)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Lubuntu
Lubuntu
Star Rating
(73)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Lubuntu excels in RAM management, allowing for efficient use of system resources, especially on older hardware, while Chrome OS is noted for its streamlined performance but can be less flexible in resource allocation.
  • Reviewers mention that Chrome OS offers superior ease of use with its intuitive interface and seamless integration with Google services, whereas Lubuntu, while user-friendly, may require a steeper learning curve for those unfamiliar with Linux-based systems.
  • G2 users highlight that Chrome OS has a more robust backup and recovery system, leveraging Google Drive for automatic backups, while Lubuntu users report needing to set up their own backup solutions, which can be less convenient.
  • Users on G2 indicate that Chrome OS provides better error detection and system operations monitoring, with built-in tools that alert users to potential issues, whereas Lubuntu relies on third-party applications for similar functionalities.
  • Reviewers say that the quality of support for Chrome OS is generally higher, with extensive online resources and community support, while Lubuntu users mention that support can be more fragmented, relying heavily on community forums.
  • Users report that both operating systems have a positive product direction, but Chrome OS is often seen as more innovative with regular updates and new features, while Lubuntu's updates are more focused on stability and performance improvements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Chrome OS
No pricing available
Lubuntu
No pricing available
Free Trial
Chrome OS
No trial information available
Lubuntu
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
429
8.8
53
Ease of Use
9.3
437
8.8
55
Ease of Setup
9.2
178
9.1
18
Ease of Admin
8.8
73
8.8
13
Quality of Support
8.6
397
7.1
50
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
73
8.1
12
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
424
9.1
52
Features by Category
8.6
86
Not enough data
Memory Management - Operating System
8.4
78
Not enough data
Device Management - Operating System
8.7
78
Not enough data
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
8.6
77
Not enough data
Error Detection - Operating System
8.5
75
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Chrome OS
Chrome OS
Lubuntu
Lubuntu
Chrome OS and Lubuntu are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
Chrome OS
Chrome OS has no unique categories
Lubuntu
Lubuntu has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Chrome OS
Chrome OS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
46.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
34.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
18.7%
Lubuntu
Lubuntu
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
59.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
21.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
19.7%
Reviewers' Industry
Chrome OS
Chrome OS
Information Technology and Services
14.2%
Computer Software
11.9%
Education Management
4.3%
Marketing and Advertising
3.3%
Computer & Network Security
3.1%
Other
63.2%
Lubuntu
Lubuntu
Information Technology and Services
21.2%
Consumer Goods
16.7%
Computer Software
12.1%
Internet
6.1%
Higher Education
4.5%
Other
39.4%
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Discussions
Chrome OS
Chrome OS Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Chrome OS has no discussions with answers
Lubuntu
Lubuntu Discussions
What is Lubuntu good for?
2 Comments
Harsh P.
HP
Overall, Lubuntu's focus on efficiency, simplicity, and customization makes it a strong choice for revitalizing older hardware, basic computing needs,...Read more
Can you program on Lubuntu?
2 Comments
Harsh P.
HP
Yes, you can definitely program on Lubuntu. Lubuntu like any other Linux distribution, supports a wide range of programming languages and development tools....Read more
On which place in the top list of linux distros you would put Lubuntu
1 Comment
Sophie W.
SW
For my purposes and uses, I'd put it in maybe 6th or 7th. Since its primary goal seems to be being a lightweight version of Ubuntu, I'd say it very much...Read more