[ Windows 8 Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-8/reviews) [ Windows 8 Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-8/reviews) # Windows 8 Pricing Overview [Editedit](https://my.g2.com/windows-8/pricings) [Claim your profile now](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-8/claim_requests/new) ## Windows 8 Pricing Key Insights Last updated on Jul 27, 2026 * * * Information about Windows 8 pricing, plan availability, and costs is not listed on G2 by the vendor. Buyers typically need to engage directly with the vendor to understand pricing options. Final cost negotiations to purchase Windows 8 must be conducted with the seller. * * * Rated 3.7 / 5 \*Pricing information is supplied by the software provider or retrieved from publicly accessible pricing materials. Final cost negotiations must be conducted with the seller. Small-Business $$$$ ##### 27% more expensive than the avg. Operating System product [Read Small-Business Reviews](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-8/reviews?filters%5Bcompany_segment%5D%5B%5D=179) Mid-Market $$$$ ##### 5% more expensive than the avg. Operating System product [Read Mid-Market Reviews](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-8/reviews?filters%5Bcompany_segment%5D%5B%5D=180) Enterprise $$$$ ##### 20% more expensive than the avg. Operating System product [Read Enterprise Reviews](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-8/reviews?filters%5Bcompany_segment%5D%5B%5D=181) Pricing information for Windows 8 is supplied by the software provider or retrieved from publicly accessible pricing materials. Final cost negotiations to purchase Windows 8 must be conducted with the seller. Pricing information was last updated on December 02, 2015 Show More ## Pricing Insights Averages based on real user reviews. ### Time to Implement 4 months ### Return on Investment 23 months ### Average Discount 14% ### Perceived Cost $$$$$ ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![Ubuntu](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/4b0cb18835a92aa4bb723c4d488c6400/ubuntu.svg "Ubuntu") Ubuntu 4.5/5(2,400) ](https://www.g2.com/products/ubuntu/reviews) [ ![Android](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1487565506/android.svg "Android") Android 4.6/5(1,283) ](https://www.g2.com/products/android/reviews) [ ![Oracle Linux](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_3f5575e82b67a95d23834e8db8dabb67/oracle-linux.png "Oracle Linux") Oracle Linux 4.4/5(349) ](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-linux/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-8/competitors/alternatives) ## Windows 8 Alternatives Pricing The following is a quick overview of editions offered by other [Operating Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/operating-system) | Product | Price | Features | | --- | --- | --- | | ![Oracle Linux](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_3f5575e82b67a95d23834e8db8dabb67/oracle-linux.png)[Oracle Linux](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-linux/reviews) Oracle Linux Free Download | Free Unlimited | Free Download Link: http://yum.oracle.com/oracle-linux-isos.html | Various alternatives pricing & plans Pricing information for the above various Windows 8 alternatives is supplied by the respective software provider or retrieved from publicly accessible pricing materials. Final cost negotiations to purchase any of these products must be conducted with the seller. ## Windows 8 Pricing Reviews (1) ![Sarat V.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Sarat V.") SV Sarat V. Senior Data Scientist Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 10/29/2025 "Seamless Integration and Security with Windows 8" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Windows 8? I appreciate the seamless integration with the broader Microsoft stack that Windows 8 offers, as this feature has been a decisive factor in continuing our use of Microsoft products. The ease of integration with third-party software is also particularly beneficial, aided by the availability of APIs that facilitate smooth operations. Using Windows 8 for the last five years with our desktops and laptops, I've found it commendable for keeping applications up-to-date, which significantly enhances security—a key concern for us. I truly value the capability to use a variety of third-party software without any issues, including critical tools like Tableau which are well supported. The Copilot feature is extremely useful for generating meeting summaries which greatly aids in managing our workflow. Additionally, the involvement of the service team during the setup was beneficial, as they effectively took the lead and made the process uncomplicated. My longstanding relationship with Microsoft products fosters trust in their reliability, leading me to consider repurchasing Windows 8 in the future. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Windows 8? Backup was a little troublesome. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Windows 8 solving and how is that benefiting you? I appreciate that Windows 8 keeps my applications up to date, enhancing security. Its easy integration with third-party software like Tableau, due to API availability, supports my workflow seamlessly. 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