Manjaro Linux vs MX Linux
Manjaro Linux
manjaro.orgMX Linux
mxlinux.orgSide by side
| Figure | Manjaro Linux | MX Linux |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Spec score · Operating Systems | 8.4 (#6) | 8.1 (#11) |
| Desktop editions | The official editions are GNOME, KDE Plasma and Xfce, with additional community editions. | The official editions are Xfce, KDE and Fluxbox. |
| Intended users | Manjaro describes itself as suitable for newcomers and experienced Linux users, as well as home and business use. | The project describes MX as a midweight desktop operating system designed for stability, performance and efficient desktops. |
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In their own words
Manjaro Linux
Manjaro Linux has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
MX Linux
MX Linux is a free family of Linux operating systems built from Debian Stable repositories for desktop use focused on efficiency, stability, and performance. The project is a cooperative venture between the antiX and MX Linux communities. Its official editions use Xfce, KDE, or Fluxbox, and graphical MX tools cover tasks such as boot options and repository management. MX Package Installer provides access to popular applications from Debian Stable, MX Test Repo, Debian Backports, and Flatpak; listed compatibility also includes Snap on supported setups and AppImage. MX Updater checks packages, offers upgrade modes, and can schedule unattended upgrades. Live USB and snapshot tools support portable operation and remastering. The Xfce edition comes in standard and Advanced Hardware Support versions; KDE includes Dolphin and KDE Connect. MX automatically receives Debian Stable security updates, and its ISO Signature Verifier checks signed checksums. It can be installed on desktop and laptop computers or run live from removable USB media. Support resources include videos, documentation, a user manual, and a forum.