Oracle Solaris vs Xubuntu
| Oracle Solaris | Xubuntu | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | — | Linux |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Device types | Servers and enterprise systems | desktop computers |
| CPU architectures | SPARC and x86 | x86_64 (Intel or AMD 64-bit) |
| Support lifecycle | Solaris 11.4 Premier Support through November 2031; Extended Support through November 2037; Sustaining Support indefinite | Regular releases: 9 months; LTS releases: 3 years |
| Built-in management | IPS package management and updates; lifecycle management; boot environments; Solaris Zones | Software Updater; Software & Updates settings; Software Center |
| App compatibility | Application Binary Guarantee for existing applications | APT/DEB packages, Snap, Flatpak, AppImage, PPAs |
| Deployment models | On-premises installations; virtualized environments; cloud installations | Installed on compatible computers; live USB/DVD trial |
Both are listed in Best Operating Systems. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Xubuntu scores higher on our published basis.