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# Pop!_OS Reviews
**Vendor:** System76  
**Category:** [Operating Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/operating-system)  
**Average Rating:** 4.5/5.0  
**Total Reviews:** 29
## About Pop!_OS
Pop!\_OS is an operating system for STEM and creative professionals who use their computer as a tool to discover and create. Unleash your potential on secure, reliable open source software. Based on your exceptional curiosity, we sense you have a lot of it.



## Pop!_OS Pros & Cons
**What users like:**

- Users love the **awesome theming** of Pop!\_OS, contributing to a stable and enjoyable daily experience. (1 reviews)
- Users love the **ease of installation** of Pop!\_OS, making it their daily driver without hassle. (1 reviews)
- Users value the **stability and awesome theming** of Pop!\_OS, making it their preferred daily Linux desktop. (1 reviews)
- Users value the **stability** of Pop!\_OS, making it their daily driver with a seamless experience. (1 reviews)

**What users dislike:**

- Users express frustration over the **slow updates** for the Cosmic Desktop and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS integration. (1 reviews)
- Users feel frustrated with the **slow update frequency** of Pop!\_OS, particularly regarding the Cosmic Desktop and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. (1 reviews)


## Pop!_OS Discussions
  - [What is special about pop OS?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-special-about-pop-os) - 1 comment

- [View Pop!_OS pricing details and edition comparison](https://www.g2.com/products/pop-_os/reviews?page=3&qs=pros-and-cons&section=pricing&secure%5Bexpires_at%5D=2026-06-27+13%3A32%3A09+-0500&secure%5Bsession_id%5D=8697c0f3-dcaf-4709-b33c-c4cfd7a18735&secure%5Btoken%5D=f5dac6e6664f7b5bcc3bae22b67be24afcd748f309a890eb526c9224d53bd563&format=llm_user)

## Pop!_OS Features
**Memory Management - Operating System**
- RAM management

**Device Management - Operating System**
- I/O management

**Backup and Recovery - Operating System**
- Data backup

**Error Detection - Operating System**
- System operations monitoring

## Top Pop!_OS Alternatives
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  - [Fedora](https://www.g2.com/products/fedora/reviews) - 4.4/5.0 (206 reviews)
  - [Linux Mint](https://www.g2.com/products/linux-mint/reviews) - 4.5/5.0 (186 reviews)