Qubes OS vs Sailfish OS
| Qubes OS | Sailfish OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux | — |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Device types | Computers with compatible 64-bit Intel or AMD CPUs and required virtualization features | Smartphones; tablets; embedded devices |
| CPU architectures | x86_64 (64-bit Intel or AMD; Intel 64/AMD64) | ARMv7 (armv7hl); ARM64 (aarch64); x86 (i486) SDK targets |
| Support lifecycle | Qubes OS releases are supported for six months after each subsequent major or minor release | — |
| Built-in management | Qubes Update tool; Qube Manager; Qubes Template Manager; qvm-template; command-line qube tools | Mobile device management APIs; remote device provisioning; configurable policies; remote OS updates and app management; remote locking and data wipe |
| App compatibility | App qubes based on Fedora and Debian templates; community templates include Whonix, Ubuntu, Arch Linux, and Gentoo; Windows qubes supported | Native Qt applications; optional Android AppSupport; Android app stores and APK installation |
| Deployment models | Installed on compatible physical computers; may also be installed on a USB flash drive or external disk | Installed on supported physical phones; adaptable to embedded devices |
Both are listed in Best Operating Systems. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Qubes OS scores higher on our published basis.