Sailfish OS vs Ubuntu Touch
| Sailfish OS | Ubuntu Touch | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | — | Android |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Device types | Smartphones; tablets; embedded devices | Phones, tablets, desktop PCs, Raspberry Pi, Pinebook |
| CPU architectures | ARMv7 (armv7hl); ARM64 (aarch64); x86 (i486) SDK targets | — |
| Built-in management | Mobile device management APIs; remote device provisioning; configurable policies; remote OS updates and app management; remote locking and data wipe | OTA system updates; device installation via UBports Installer |
| App compatibility | Native Qt applications; optional Android AppSupport; Android app stores and APK installation | OpenStore native apps; Waydroid Android apps; Libertine desktop Linux apps |
| Deployment models | Installed on supported physical phones; adaptable to embedded devices | Install on compatible physical devices; preinstalled devices; virtual development installation |
| Support lifecycle | — | Regular OTA updates; no fixed support duration stated |
Both are listed in Best Operating Systems. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Ubuntu Touch scores higher on our published basis.