Linux Mint
Reviews
Star rating
Rank in Operating System
Pros and cons
Pros
- User-Friendly
- Stability
- Linux/Ubuntu OS
- Speed/Performance
- Ease of Use
- Lightweight Size
Cons
- Driver Issues
- Limited Apps/Store
- Usage Difficulty
- Slow Updates
- Outdated Technology
- Limited Software
Traffic & LLM citations
Source: G2 review data
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Key stats
Adoption by company size
| Segment | Share of reviews |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 54.9% |
| Mid-Market | 32.1% |
| Enterprise | 13.0% |
Quarterly history
| Quarter | Reviews | Star rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Q4 | 5 | 4.5 |
| 2025 Q1 | 2 | 5.0 |
| 2025 Q3 | 5 | 4.7 |
| 2025 Q4 | 13 | 4.6 |
| 2026 Q1 | 2 | 4.5 |
| 2026 Q2 | 8 | 4.6 |
| 2026 Q3 | 1 | 5.0 |
Satisfaction ratings
What reviewers say
Easy Windows-Like UI and Fully Free—A Great First Linux Choice
“It was my first choice in linux, due to many positive reviews and easier UI identical to Windows. Being fully free of cost is also a plus point for it.”
Linux Mint: the next generation on non-Windows operating systems.
“It's better then Windows 11. I don't see major advertiser publishing on an open source operating system that would be within Windows 11.”
Linux Mint: User-Friendly, Stable, and Ready Out of the Box
“Linux Mint is widely praised for its exceptional user-friendliness, stability, and familiar Windows-like interface—especially with the Cinnamon desktop—which makes it a top choice for beginners. It also stands out for being ready to use right out of the box, offering fast perform”