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Users consistently praise Xubuntu for its lightweight design and efficient performance, making it an excellent choice for older hardware. The XFCE desktop environment is noted for its speed and low resource usage, allowing for a smooth user experience. However, some users mention that the default aesthetics may feel outdated compared to other distributions.

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Omkar T.
OT
Consultant
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"An Efficient Desktop Experience Built for Long Work Sessions"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

What I like most about Xubuntu is how practical and dependable it feels in daily use. It runs smoothly without demanding a lot of system resources, which makes a noticeable difference, especially on machines that aren’t very high-end. The desktop stays responsive even when multiple applications are open, and I don’t have to worry about sudden slowdowns or freezes. I also appreciate the simple and uncluttered layout, as it keeps things easy to navigate and avoids unnecessary distractions. Overall, it feels like an operating system that focuses on stability and efficiency rather than flashy features, which suits my work style well. The installation and initial setup are straightforward, even for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of time configuring the system. I use it regularly because it stays fast and reliable for day-to-day tasks, which makes it practical for continuous use. Whenever I’ve needed help, the community support and documentation have been very useful, with clear solutions available for most common issues. Xubuntu also integrates well with the applications and tools I normally use, so installing and running software doesn’t require much extra effort. Overall, it feels simple to implement, easy to maintain, and dependable for everyday work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

There isn’t anything I strongly dislike about Xubuntu, but some aspects do take a bit of getting used to. The desktop is very minimal by design, so users coming from more visually rich environments may initially feel that it looks basic. Also, certain customizations or applications may require a little manual setup compared to more mainstream operating systems. That said, these are more about personal preference, and the simplicity actually helps keep the system fast and stable once you adjust to it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Syam S.
SS
CEO
Computer & Network Security
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"Xubuntu: Superfast, Lightweight, and Highly Customisable on Low-Resource PCs"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

The thing I like most about xubuntu is it runs superfast even in a computer with low ram or storage and also it needs less resources to work

And one of the best advantage is it's highly customisable and light weight with timely updates Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

The ui is too boring we need to customise it and we need to put extra effort in setting up the things like from the theme to keyboard shortcuts, power management, gestures and every thing you needed Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Fabio F.
FF
computer technician
Government Administration
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Lightweight and Efficient for Old Hardware"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

I liked Xubuntu because it was a very light and fast system, which helped a lot in my previous ecosystem. It was modern and easy to use, with good performance even on old hardware. I appreciated its stability, security, and the extensive amount of compatible libraries and applications. The lightness and efficiency of the XLC environment were extremely beneficial for me, consuming much less memory. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

I think the appearance of Xubuntu looks a bit outdated. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Government Administration
UG
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Ubuntu a solid OS"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

XUbuntu is a good derivitive of Linux as it uses less resources than the standard Gnome desktop. Ubuntu is a great open source solution, offering solid support for apps to run. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

Perhaps less application choices over standard ubuntu. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software
AC
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Lightweight, Fast, and Reliable with a Clean Interface"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

Lightweight and Fast

Stable and Reliable

Clean Interface

less Power consumption

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What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

Few GUI Tools

Basic visuals

Manual Configuration Needed Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Andrés Mauricio M.
AM
Frontend Developer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Xubuntu > Ubuntu"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

I love xfce desktop environment, it seens nice, easy to use and have a better performance than the Ubuntu's environment Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

I think it could have a better theme and icons by default but its ok you can customize this Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Marian S.
MS
Network engineer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Very happy with the software"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

Gnome is very friendly and easy to use, just super easy to integrate as well has quite a lot of features that are helpful in daily tasks Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

Not much to dislike maybe sometimes update window that wouldnt close but I suspect that its patched already. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Vishnu Raj B.
VB
Software Developer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"The straightforward operating system"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

Xubuntu is a user-friendly and lightweight Linux distribution that strikes a good balance between performance and functionality. It features the XFCE desktop environment, which is known for its speed and low resource usage, making it an excellent choice for older hardware or systems with limited resources. Despite its lightweight nature, Xubuntu doesn’t compromise on essential features and offers a customizable and visually appealing interface. The software selection is robust, with access to a wide range of applications via the Ubuntu repositories. Overall, Xubuntu is ideal for users seeking a reliable, efficient, and straightforward operating system.​ Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

While it's user-friendly, newcomers to Linux might face a learning curve. The default software selection is somewhat limited, and some hardware might require extra troubleshooting. Overall, Xubuntu is a solid choice for users needing a reliable and resource-friendly operating system Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Deepak U.
DU
System Integration Consultant
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Xubuntu Realtime Business Impact and Usefulness"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

Xubuntu version is best in Linux distributions and easy to handle the system. It's very lightweight operating system for installation. It's perfect for low end hardware or cloud virtual Machin OS.

It's flexible for customization desktop. It's a large repository for open source operating system. Now days we use it every time for developement and other stuffs. Image size is lesser so easily installable. Also integrate with other networking systems because base is Linux system. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

The most common issue is installing software from outside resource. Limited bleeding-edge features becuase now days some operating system gives latest updates. Desktop look is simpler. There is huge community support for related issue but sometimes for begginer it's quite challenging. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Dhruvi M.
DM
Web Developer
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Xubuntu review"
What do you like best about Xubuntu?

Easy to use, integration and implementation.

Number of features lightweight, stable and configurable.

Customer support is very good. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xubuntu?

It is more comfortable for older machine. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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