| Name | Description | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Arch | A minimalist, lightweight, and bleeding edge distribution that follows a rolling release model and offers customizability. It is a DIY distro for proficient GNU/Linux users who want to tweak their system according to their needs. | Independent |
| blendOS | With Android app support and Fedora, Debian, CentOS Stream and Ubuntu containers available, as well as system packages/DEs/kernels from Arch Linux and the AUR. | Arch |
| CachyOS | It focuses on speed and security optimisations - the default Linux kernel is heavily optimised using the BORE (Burst-Oriented Response Enhancer) scheduler, while the desktop packages are compiled with LTO, x86-64-v3 and x86-64-v4, Zen 4 optimization, security flags and performance improvements. | Arch |
| EndeavourOS | Aims to be a spiritual successor to Antergos -- providing an easy setup and pre-configured desktop environment. | Arch |
| Garuda Linux | A performance-oriented distro with many performance enhancing tweaks. | Arch |
| Manjaro | A fast, user-friendly, desktop-oriented operating system. Key features include intuitive installation process, automatic hardware detection, stable rolling-release model, ability to install multiple kernels, special Bash scripts for managing graphics drivers and extensive desktop configurability. | Arch |
| Omarchy | A beautiful, modern & opinionated Linux by DHH | Arch |
| Omakub | An Omakase developer setup for Ubuntu 24.04+ by DHH |
| Name | Description | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | The universal operating system. | Independent |
| Commodore OS | This distribution was created for Commodore enthusiasts and people who appreciate a retro-style interface. | Debian, MX Linux |
| elementary OS | Includes a custom desktop environment called Pantheon and many custom apps including Photos, Music, Videos, Calendar, Terminal, Files, and more. | Debian, Ubuntu |
| Kali Linux | A collection of security and forensics tools. | Debian (Testing) |
| Linux Mint | Goal is to provide a classic desktop experience with many convenient, custom tools and optional out-of-the-box multimedia support. | Debian, Ubuntu (LTS) |
| MX Linux | A cooperative venture between the antiX and former MEPIS Linux communities. A mid-weight operating system designed to combine an elegant and efficient desktop with simple configuration, high stability, solid performance and medium-sized footprint. | Debian (Stable), antiX |
| Parrot Security | A security-oriented distribution featuring a collection of utilities designed for penetration testing, computer forensics, reverse engineering, hacking, privacy, anonymity and cryptography. | Debian (Testing) |
| Pop!_OS | Designed to have a minimal amount of clutter on the desktop without distractions in order to allow the user to focus on work. | Ubuntu, Debian |
| OSGeoLive | Provides pre-configured applications for a range of geospatial use cases, including storage, publishing, viewing, analysis and manipulation of data. It also contains sample datasets and documentation. | Debian, Lubuntu (LTS) |
| Q4OS | offers a classic-style user interface (Trinity) and simple accessories, and to serve stable APIs for complex third-party applications. | Debian (Stable) |
| Tails | The Amnesic Incognito Live System (Tails) is a live DVD/USB with the goal of providing complete Internet anonymity for the user. | Debian (Stable) |
| Ubuntu | A complete desktop Linux operating system, freely available with both community and professional support. See other Ubuntu flavors | Debian |
| Ubuntu Studio | An official variant of Ubuntu for creative individuals in the areas of audio production, video production, graphics design, photography and desktop publishing. | Debian, Ubuntu |
| UbuntuDDE | UbuntuDDE is a remix of Ubuntu with the beautiful Deepin Desktop Environment (DDE). | Debian, Ubuntu |
| Wubuntu | Is based on Ubuntu LTS that has a similar appearance to Windows using the open-source themes. | Debian, Ubuntu |
| Name | Description | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Fedora | The flagship Fedora edition featuring the latest GNOME desktop. | Independent |
| AlmaLinux | A 1:1 binary compatible with RHEL and pre-Stream CentOS. Fills the gap left by the discontinuation of the CentOS Linux stable release. | Fedora, Red Hat |
| Bazzite | Bazzite makes gaming and everyday use smoother and simpler across desktop PCs, handhelds, tablets, and home theater PCs. | Fedora |
| Qubes | Main concept is "security by isolation" by using domains implemented as lightweight Xen virtual machines. | Fedora |
| Name | Description | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Alpine Linux | A security-oriented, lightweight Linux distribution based on musl libc and busybox. | Independent |
| openSUSE | A community program sponsored by SUSE Linux and other companies. Promoting the use of Linux everywhere, this program provides free, easy access to openSUSE, a complete Linux distribution. | Independent |