Raspberry Pi Imager vs Ubuntu Startup Disk Creator
| Raspberry Pi Imager | Ubuntu Startup Disk Creator | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | Free |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Linux |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Windows app | Yes | No |
| macOS app | Yes | No |
| Linux app | Yes | Yes |
| Image downloads | both | local_only |
| Device types | Raspberry Pi computers; PC and Mac (Raspberry Pi Desktop) | |
| CPU architectures | 32-bit and 64-bit | |
| Support lifecycle | Regular free updates, including security patches; no fixed support duration stated | |
| Built-in management | APT software and firmware updates; graphical Add / Remove Software; raspi-config / Control Centre | |
| App compatibility | APT package manager; desktop Add / Remove Software; 64-bit edition can run 32-bit software | |
| Deployment models | Installable disk image on Raspberry Pi boot media; PC and Mac image via Raspberry Pi Desktop | |
| Persistent storage | Yes |
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