Introducing G2.ai, the future of software buying.Try now
Compare Android and Linux Mint 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (54.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Android
Star Rating
(1,209)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about AndroidLinux Mint
Star Rating
(174)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (54.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Linux MintSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Android excels in RAM management, allowing for smoother multitasking and better performance on devices with limited memory, while Linux Mint users mention that its memory management is efficient but can lag behind in resource-intensive applications.
- Reviewers mention that Android's device management features, such as the ability to easily manage app permissions and updates, are user-friendly, whereas Linux Mint users say that while it offers robust device management, it may require more technical knowledge to navigate effectively.
- G2 users highlight Android's backup and recovery options, particularly the Google Drive integration, which makes data backup seamless; in contrast, Linux Mint users report that while it has backup tools, they can be less intuitive and require manual configuration.
- Users on G2 say that Android's error detection capabilities are superior, with real-time system operations monitoring that helps prevent issues before they escalate, while Linux Mint users mention that its monitoring tools are effective but not as proactive as those found in Android.
- Reviewers say that Android's quality of support is generally higher, with a vast community and extensive documentation available, while Linux Mint users report that support can be slower and less comprehensive, particularly for less common issues.
- Users report that Android's product direction is viewed positively, with frequent updates and new features being rolled out, while Linux Mint users mention that while updates are regular, they sometimes lack the innovative features that Android users have come to expect.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Android
No pricing availableLinux Mint
No pricing availableFree Trial
Android
No trial information availableLinux Mint
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
897
8.9
137
Ease of Use
9.3
908
9.0
136
Ease of Setup
9.1
243
9.0
54
Ease of Admin
8.7
149
8.7
37
Quality of Support
8.5
820
8.2
129
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
135
8.2
34
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
852
8.1
132
Features by Category
Memory Management - Operating System
8.4
65
9.3
12
Device Management - Operating System
9.0
66
9.2
11
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
8.8
66
7.4
11
Error Detection - Operating System
8.1
66
7.6
12
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Android and Linux Mint are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
Android has no unique categories
Linux Mint has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Android
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Linux Mint
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
18.8%
Computer Software
14.3%
Higher Education
3.5%
Telecommunications
3.1%
Computer & Network Security
3.1%
Other
57.1%
Information Technology and Services
26.3%
Computer Software
22.2%
Computer & Network Security
6.0%
Newspapers
4.8%
Consumer Goods
4.8%
Other
35.9%
Discussions
how am i able to update to the most recent version if my phone wont allow?
5 Comments
JR
If your phone is not compatible with the newest version of android then you might have to wait a little while for the new android if not then you might have...Read more
How do u like android?
3 Comments
HH
In terms of smartphone operating systems, it's basically Android or Apple. Both have their advantages. Apple keeps things simple, but limits your choices. ...Read more
how can i make partitions of my hard drive ?
1 Comment
SR
Yes, you can do it. sending you a link please check...Read more
Virtual box
1 Comment
DC
Are you sure that it is Linux Mint defect and you were able to install it correctly? That might not be specific to Linux Mint. It is based on Debian, did you...Read more
Hunting for software insights?
With over 3 million reviews, we can provide the specific details that help you make an informed software buying decision for your business. Finding the right product is important, let us help.
