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Compare CloudReady and Xubuntu 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (56.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free for everyone
No pricing available
CloudReady
Star Rating
(30)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free for everyone
Browse all 4 pricing plansXubuntu
Star Rating
(63)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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- Users report that CloudReady excels in ease of setup with a score of 9.8, making it a preferred choice for those looking to quickly deploy a lightweight operating system on older hardware. In contrast, Xubuntu's setup score of 7.7 indicates a more complex installation process that may require additional technical knowledge.
- Reviewers mention that CloudReady's memory management is particularly efficient, allowing users to run multiple applications smoothly on limited RAM. Xubuntu, while also capable, has received feedback indicating that it can struggle with memory management under heavy loads, which may affect performance for multitasking users.
- G2 users highlight CloudReady's strong support for device management, particularly in educational environments, where it allows for easy management of multiple devices. Xubuntu, while versatile, does not have the same level of built-in device management features, which can be a drawback for users needing centralized control.
- Users on G2 appreciate CloudReady's robust backup and recovery options, which are designed to protect user data effectively. In comparison, Xubuntu's backup solutions are more reliant on third-party applications, which may not be as user-friendly for those unfamiliar with Linux systems.
- Reviewers say that CloudReady's system operations monitoring is a standout feature, providing users with real-time insights into system performance. Xubuntu offers monitoring tools as well, but users report that they are less intuitive and require more configuration to achieve similar results.
- Users report that CloudReady has a higher satisfaction rate in terms of product direction, with a score of 9.4, indicating a strong commitment to continuous improvement and user feedback. Xubuntu, while still positively rated at 8.2, has been noted by some users as having slower updates and less frequent feature enhancements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
CloudReady
CloudReady: Home Edition
Free
for everyone
Whether you're a parent, a student, a tinkerer, or someone who's just ready for a better OS—if you need a reliable, high-performing device, the free CloudReady Home Edition is for you.
- Automatic security and feature updates
Xubuntu
No pricing availableFree Trial
CloudReady
Free Trial is available
Xubuntu
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.8
20
8.6
49
Ease of Use
8.8
20
8.6
49
Ease of Setup
9.6
8
7.9
20
Ease of Admin
9.3
7
7.9
12
Quality of Support
8.4
18
8.0
44
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
6
8.2
10
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
19
8.4
44
Features by Category
Memory Management - Operating System
Not enough data
8.1
6
Device Management - Operating System
Not enough data
7.8
6
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
Not enough data
7.8
6
Error Detection - Operating System
Not enough data
7.2
6
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
CloudReady and Xubuntu are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
CloudReady has no unique categories
Xubuntu has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
CloudReady
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Xubuntu
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
Education Management
12.0%
Computer Software
12.0%
Telecommunications
8.0%
Primary/Secondary Education
8.0%
Information Technology and Services
8.0%
Other
52.0%
Information Technology and Services
26.7%
Computer Software
21.7%
Computer & Network Security
8.3%
Higher Education
5.0%
Marketing and Advertising
3.3%
Other
35.0%
Discussions
Can I install Android apps on CloudReady?
2 Comments
JW
I have not seen a viable way to do this, and suspect it is not possible due to copyrights and licensing.Read more
What can CloudReady do?
1 Comment
OM
Cloud Storage: CloudReady integrates with cloud storage services like Google Drive, allowing you to store files online and access them from...Read more
What is the difference between Chrome OS and CloudReady?
1 Comment
OM
Updates and Stability:
Chrome OS: Chrome OS receives automatic updates directly from Google, ensuring that users are always running the latest version...Read more
Xubuntu has no more discussions with answers
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