- Overview
- Alternatives
- Pros & Cons
- Compare
A Linux distribution that is designed from the ground-up to be a replacement for Windows or macOS. With Zorin OS you can get to know Linux quickly with a desktop environment similar to your previous experience with the commercial operating systems. Zorin OS let's you choose a desktop layout that mimic your previous OS, be it Windows or macOS. The operating system is built on-top of Ubuntu and runs on the same open-source software that powers the U.S. Department of Defense, NASA, and more.
Zorin OS Features
Impressive Speed
With Zorin OS your computer runs lightning quick and doesn't slow down over time. Apps open fast, so you can spend more time being productive.
Automatically Connect With Your Phone
Zorin Connect is integrated into the Zorin OS desktop to merge the experience between your computer and Android device. It works over an encrypted connection on your local network, so your data stays private and never reaches the cloud.
Revive Your Old PC
The Zorin OS Lite edition is streamlined to work on computers as old as 15 years, so you can keep using your PC for longer and save money on upgrades.
Zorin OS Information
Zorin OS Pricing
Zorin OS Core
Zorin OS (Core) is a free and open-source software released under the GPL-2.0 License.
Zorin OS Lite
Zorin OS (Lite) is a lightweight version Zorin OS that is free and open-source software released under the GPL-2.0 License.
Zorin OS Pro
There is also a paid version of Zorin OS called "Zorin OS Pro" that costs $39 and includes all pre-designed desktop environments. When buying the paid version of Zorin OS you help fund the team to further improve the overall operating system, both the free and paid version. With that said, it is still possible to get all the features of the paid version with the help of Gnome Tweaks and a bit of extra work.