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Rituparna K.
RK
Rituparna K.
Network Engineer
Information Technology and Services
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Originally submitted 3/27/2026
"Windows 11: A Smoother Daily Experience Thanks to a Cleaner UI and Snap Layouts"
5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

If I had to pick just one thing I like most about Windows 11, it would be Snap Layouts.

It sounds simple, but in daily use it makes a huge difference. You can instantly arrange apps into neat sections like browser on one side, Excel on another, and maybe a video or chat window alongside without dragging and resizing everything manually.

It saves time every single day.

Keeps my screen organized

Perfect for multitasking especially on laptops.

Beyond that, I also really like the clean, modern design. It feels less cluttered than older Windows versions and the gradual addition of AI tools (Copilot) which make tasks like writing or searching faster. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

Context Menu has been Changed. There are Too Many Clicks. Right-click menu is simplified by default.

You often need to click “Show more options” to get full options.

Requires newer hardware (TPM 2.0, newer CPUs).

I Can feel slower on older laptops compared to Windows 10.

Taskbar can’t be moved to top or sides. New design is nice, but sometimes slower. Tabs are helpful but still not as smooth as expected.

As per my observation, the biggest downside of Windows 11 is reduced control and flexibility, especially compared to Windows 10 combined with some UI decisions that add extra steps. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Md Esa M.
MM
Md Esa M.
CEO
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Originally submitted 2/6/2026
"Windows 11: Sleek Design, Enhances Multitasking"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

I use Windows 11 mainly for daily work, browsing, learning, and light development tasks. The overall experience feels modern and smooth compared to Windows 10. The design is clean and attractive, with a centered Start menu. Multitasking is easier because of Snap Layouts, which help manage multiple windows efficiently. I like the quick settings panel, which makes changing Wi-Fi, sound, and brightness very easy. File Explorer looks cleaner, and the improved security features give more confidence. Windows 11 also feels faster and smoother in everyday use; apps open quickly, and switching between tasks is smooth. Overall performance is stable for regular work. What I like most about Windows 11 is its clean, modern design and smooth user experience. The interface feels more organized and visually pleasing, which makes using the system more comfortable for long periods. Overall, these small improvements make Windows 11 comfortable and efficient to use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

I find the Start menu in Windows 11 has limited customization, which is a bit disappointing. Some features I'm used to from Windows 10 are missing. The hardware requirements are too strict, preventing many older but still capable PCs from upgrading. Also, the Settings app is confusing since some options are split between Settings and the Control Panel, which affects usability. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Gaurav M.
GM
Gaurav M.
Software Engineer
Consulting
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Polished UI, Snappy Performance, and Seamless Microsoft 365 Integration"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

The modern UI/UX and Copilot AI tools make Windows 11 feel incredibly polished. I love the snappy performance and seamless integration with Microsoft 365, which offers great ROI by significantly speeding up my daily professional workflow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

My biggest gripe is the UI/UX decision to bury classic settings. The new right-click context menu is sleek, but having to click "Show more options" just to find basic functions is a constant productivity killer.

I’ve also noticed that Performance can take a hit when AI/Intelligence features like Copilot or background widgets are running; it feels like the OS is a bit of a resource hog compared to the leaner days of Windows 10. Additionally, the Integrations feel a bit forced—I’m constantly dodging prompts to use Edge or OneDrive. Finally, from a Pricing/ROI perspective, the strict hardware requirements felt unnecessary, essentially forcing a hardware upgrade on perfectly functional machines just to stay current. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Anirudh M.
AM
Anirudh M.
Senior Business Data Analyst
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Intuitive and Easy-to-Use Interface with Quick Setup"
5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

I like that Windows 11 is easy to use and has a good-looking interface. It makes installing applications simple, and I can browse the internet, watch movies, and code easily. The new updates make it aesthetically pleasing and easier to manage software and track usage. Installing new apps is very feasible, and the overall management of the operating system is straightforward. The initial setup was also easy, taking only about half an hour and just a few steps. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

nothing Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Rohan H.
RH
Rohan H.
Continuous Improvement Engineering Manager
Food Production
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Versatile, Customisable Platform That Delivers Great Value"
5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

It’s a versatile platform that I use for both work and personal needs. It’s great for performance gaming as well as machine design, and it integrates well with engineering software for design and programming. The interface is clean and can be customised to suit your requirements. The cost is very reasonable and feels worth paying for. Support is fairly general and could be better, and I mostly end up relying on online resources like Google or other platforms. I’m not really using the built-in AI intelligence and tend to use other tools instead, but I think it could be good as well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

Errors and random blue screens during usage can disrupt work flow. Maybe the AI can be used to solve those errors and prevent the crashes in the future. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Harshit v.
HV
Harshit v.
Digital Marketing Executive
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Fast, Easy Multitasking with Snap Layouts and a User-Friendly Interface"
5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

So Windows 11's most powerful feature is multitasking in a fast and easy way. Snap layout offers the best user-friendly interface, adding shortcuts and custom wallpapers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

Their frequent updates automatically turn on and off auto-update, but when I shut down the system, they update automatically. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ejaz Ahamed S.
ES
Ejaz Ahamed S.
Full Stack Developer
Information Technology and Services
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Windows 11: Enhanced Productivity with a Sleek Interface"
5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

I use Windows 11 for everyday tasks, and I find it to be a great operating system that solves productivity issues and addresses security concerns. I appreciate the split screen and virtual screen features, which significantly increase my productivity by allowing me to work between multiple windows and run different apps for various purposes. The animations and aesthetics of Windows 11 are nice features that enhance the user experience. Additionally, the overall upgrade to Windows 11 brought good security, stability, and performance, and I think the UI is great and smooth. The initial setup was very easy, just an OS upgrade with standard steps to follow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

The file explorer is something that I don't like much. It's a great help for organizing files and folders but for every file we have to open it fully to view. Up to my knowledge there is no preview option. Now for viewing every text file or a photo who to open it which will slow down the application. A global search feature is something I'd prefer having. This should be a search that opens up on a shortcut key and when typed something it should search apps, files and folders all that match search parameter. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tanmay T.
TT
Tanmay T.
AI Content Analyst
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Great UI, but Windows 11 feels bloated"
2.5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

I think the only upside i see for windows 11 is User Interface. I like the UI of windows 11 other than that I dont see any upside in windows 11 currently.

Intergration is same as windows 10, most of the softwares work fine.

Speed wise windows 10 is just better than windows 11 as it has less bloatware.

Talking about buying windows 11 so windows 11 comes pre installed in all new laptops and if you have windows 10 running and correct tpm requirement its easy to upgrade to windows 11.

Setting up windows 11 is pretty simple you just have to follow the prompts on screen anyone with basic computing skills can install Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

I feel like copilot implemented into windows 11 is just garbage I would rather use chatgpt or other equivalent chatbots, as copilot is pretty much based on chatgpt and is just bloat added to windows 11

Windows 11 needs to be better by removing bloatware with no ads. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Anabil Akash D.
Sysadmin (Systems administrator)
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Faster and More Secure Than Previous Versions"
5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

It has become faster than its previous versions and also a bit more secure in terms of antivirus and malware threats Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

I don’t like the file explorer view. Earlier, we could see our disk storage at a glance, but now we have to check it separately. I also think it should have been a lot more affordable, not necessarily free like Linux. On top of that, its performance on some older hardware is a bit underwhelming. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tushar G.
TG
Tushar G.
Software engineer
Computer Software
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Windows 11 Review: The Good, The Bloat, and The Beautiful"
3.5/5
What do you like best about Windows 11?

When I first upgraded, I was pretty skeptical. The centered taskbar felt weird—like Windows was trying a little too hard to look like macOS. But after about a week, my muscle memory adjusted, and now Windows 10 just looks incredibly dated to me. The whole interface with the rounded corners and softer glass effects just feels much cleaner and easier on the eyes during late-night sessions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Windows 11?

Windows 11 is incredibly heavy out of the box. It runs a ton of background services, telemetry, and widgets (like MSN news feeds) that you probably didn't ask for. If you're trying to fire up resource-heavy software—like running device emulators for Android development—while keeping a bunch of browser tabs open for documentation, Windows 11's background tasks can really chew into your available memory. It's frustrating to see your RAM get eaten up by OS bloat when you actually need it for compiling code. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Time to Implement

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Return on Investment

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