G2 Vendor Directory

Apple OS X Mountain Lion vs. Apple OS X Yosemite

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricApple OS X Mountain Lion

by Apple

Apple OS X Yosemite

by Apple

Overall rating4.24.5
Review count22194
Ease of use9.19.3
Ease of setup9.19.2
Quality of support8.59.1
Meets requirements8.89.1
NPS45.83333367.032967
Small Business46.4%60.6%
Mid-Market32.1%22.3%
Enterprise21.5%17.0%
Total page views240298
Total LLM citations14460

Apple OS X Mountain Lion

OS X Mountain Lion, version 10.8, is the ninth major release of Apple's desktop operating system for Macintosh computers, launched on July 25, 2012. This release introduced over 200 new features, many inspired by iOS, to enhance user experience and system functionality. Key Features and Functionality: - iCloud Integration: Seamless synchronization of Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Messages, Reminders, Notes, and iWork documents across all Apple devices.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Speed/Performance
  • New Features
  • User-Friendly
  • Easy Installation
  • Regular Updates

Apple OS X Yosemite

OS X Yosemite, released in October 2014, is the eleventh major version of Apple's desktop operating system for Mac computers. This update introduced a comprehensive redesign, aligning the Mac interface more closely with the aesthetics of iOS, featuring a flatter, more modern look with translucent elements and a refreshed color palette. Yosemite also emphasized enhanced integration between Mac and iOS devices, offering users a more seamless and connected experience across their Apple products.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Design Aesthetics
  • User-Friendly
  • Easy Installation
  • Speed/Performance
  • App Ecosystem