G2 Vendor Directory

Apple OS X Yosemite vs. Black Lab

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

MetricApple OS X Yosemite

by Apple

Black Lab

by Black Lab Linux

Overall rating4.53.8
Review count9415
Ease of use9.39.1
Ease of setup9.28.2
Quality of support9.18.7
Meets requirements9.18.9
NPS67.03296713.333333
Small Business60.6%64.3%
Mid-Market22.3%21.4%
Enterprise17.0%14.3%
Total page views298116
Total LLM citations6027

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

Black Lab

Black Lab Linux is based on Ubuntu Linux tailored both for general desktop use and for the more technical user. It is commercially made available by PC/OpenSystems LLC for business desktops, education facilities, as well as parallel computing.

Pros

  • User-Friendly
  • Regular Updates
  • Community Support