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pearOS

pearOS is an Arch-based desktop Linux distribution which features a macOS-like theme and icons on top of the KDE Plasma desktop. Some of the distribution's features include a custom system installer called pearOS Installer, a pearOS welcome application, and the GNOME Files file manager.

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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
pearOSPeppermint OS
ArchBaseDebian (Stable), Devuan
pacman / pkgPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version7
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
April 8, 2026Release DateNovember 29, 2016
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
KDE PlasmaXfce
Desktops
KDE PlasmaXfce