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NebiOS

NebiOS is an Ubuntu-based desktop Linux distribution with a custom Wayland compositor called NebiDE (based on Wayfire). It features various user interface enhancements, an initial setup module called OOBE, the NebiOS App Runtime (napp-runtime) portable application format with bubblewrap containerization, improved gaming performance with Steam Proton integration, a kernel switcher for easy multi-kernel installation, and the Wine compatibility layer for running some Windows applications.

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Peppermint OS

Peppermint OS is a Debian- and Devuan-based (previously a Lubuntu-based) Linux distribution that aims to be fast and easy on system resources. By employing its Site Specific Browser, Peppermint integrates seamlessly with cloud and web-based applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
NebiOSPeppermint OS
Ubuntu (LTS)BaseDebian (Stable), Devuan
apt / deb, flatpakPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
10.2Latest Version7
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
February 25, 2026Release DateNovember 29, 2016
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
NebiDE (Wayfire)Xfce
Desktops
NebiDE (Wayfire)Xfce