Linux Mint Topped DistroWatch’s Rankings
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Having fully deservedly become one of the top offerings for the Linux desktop, Linux Mint has also quietly risen to the number one spot on DistroWatch, a well-known platform for tracking distribution popularity.
This marks the end of a five-year streak for MX Linux, which has held the position since 2019. However, while such rankings are not definitive measures of success (more on this below), they often reflect user preferences and interest shifts within the Linux community.
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Linux Mint dethrones MX Linux as the most popular distro on DistroWatch
Linux Mint has reclaimed its position as the top-ranked Linux distribution on DistroWatch, dethroning MX Linux. The latest page hit rankings, which reflect the popularity of distributions among DistroWatch users, place Linux Mint in first place with 2,412 hits per day. MX Linux, previously the reigning champ, now sits in second with 2,280 hits.
This shift in rankings isn’t entirely surprising. Linux Mint has long been a favorite among newcomers and seasoned users alike, thanks to its user-friendly interface, stability, and robust support. Its Cinnamon desktop environment, designed for simplicity and familiarity, is often cited as one of the best for users transitioning from Windows. Meanwhile, MX Linux gained a loyal following for its lightweight design, which is perfect for older hardware or users seeking performance efficiency.
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Linux Mint Once Again the Most Popular Distro On DistroWatch
Linux Mint is once again the most popular Linux distribution on DistroWatch, the site that measures interest in the many available Linux distros.
DistroWatch is often mistakenly cited as evidence of a distro’s overall popularity or the size of its userbase. In point of fact, DistroWatch’s rankings merely reflect the number of clicks a distro receives on the site itself. As a result, while not providing a complete picture of a distro’s popularity or installed base, it can nonetheless give an idea about which distros are currently trending and gaining in popularity, versus those that may be losing popularity.
For several weeks now, Linux Mint has taken the top spot in DistroWatch’s rankings, bumping the previous long-time favorite, MX Linux, to second place. Interestingly, Linux Mint has continued to gain ground, putting more distance between it and MX Linux since taking the top spot.