Alternatives to FydeOS

A ChromiumOS-based operating system for regular PCs that can run Android and web apps. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.

  • FydeOS

    A ChromiumOS-based operating system for regular PCs that can run Android and web apps.

    FreemiumProprietaryLinux

Replacements

Listings that take over the same core job as FydeOS.

  • ChromeOS Flex

    Google's free cloud-focused operating system for installing on existing PCs and Macs.

    FreeProprietaryLinux

    ChromeOS Flex is Google's free system for existing PCs and Macs with automatic updates and certified models, but it runs no Android apps or Google Play.

  • openFyde

    The open-source base of FydeOS, a ChromiumOS-based system for PCs and ARM boards.

    FreeOpen sourceLinux

    openFyde is the free open-source base of FydeOS with no closed-source binaries and ARM board images, aimed more at builders than everyday users.

  • Brunch

    A framework that builds a generic x86_64 ChromeOS image from an official recovery image.

    FreeProprietaryLinux

    Brunch builds official ChromeOS from a recovery image for Intel 10th gen or newer and AMD Ryzen PCs, but it is unofficial and setup is more involved.

Similar software

Related functionality, not a direct replacement.