> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://itsfoss.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # My Favorite Linux Distro for 2024 is Not Ubuntu, Not Mint, It's This - URL: https://itsfoss.com/news/favorite-linux-distro-2024/ - Published: 2024-12-27T11:51:12.000Z - Updated: 2024-12-27T11:51:12.000Z - Description: Revealing my favorite Linux distribution before 2024 ends. - Author: Ankush Das - Tags: Opinion, News, #Import 2025-11-08 21:15 2024 has come to an end. To sum up, we highlight some [defining moments of this year](https://itsfoss.com/open-source-linux-stories-2024/) along with the [best Linux apps](https://itsfoss.com/useful-linux-apps-2024/), and [best FOSS Android apps](https://itsfoss.com/useful-foss-android-apps-2024/) for 2024\. You should check them all out after reading through this one. But, there's something missing, right? Is it about the best Linux distribution of 2024? I think it is pointless to award a Linux distribution the crown for 2024 (*or any year*) as we do not have a particular set of criteria here. Every Linux distribution is doing good for what they aim to offer. And, every user has different requirements. So, instead, I thought I should share about my favorite Linux distribution for 2024\. And, that is.... *.....Drumrolls......* πŸ₯ It is **β€” EndeavourOS**. ## How Did I End Up With It? I initially [switched to Fedora from Ubuntu](https://itsfoss.com/fedora-ubuntu-switch/) (because of annoying bugs) but then Fedora did not cut it for me. And, then, [Archcraft gave me an impressive user experience over Ubuntu](https://itsfoss.com/archcraft-experience/), which is why I switched to it next. While Archcraft did not have any major issues, I tried EndeavourOS out of curiosity, and found it a fantastic experience. Now, that is why I am using EndeavourOS. Don't worry, I shall share my detailed experience with EndeavourOS right around the first week of January πŸ˜‰ For now, let me mention some highlights. ## What Is So Special About EndeavourOS? EndeavourOS is one of the [best Arch-based Linux distributions](https://itsfoss.com/arch-based-linux-distros/). Everything that I want, EndeavourOS offers it (currently). Hence, it is my daily driver and I love it! My requirements may change. So, this may not be what I would be ending up at the end of next year. **However, you get no insights from that answer**. So, I'll tell you why I picked it over other options. ### KDE Plasma is Refreshing ![KDE Plasma on EndeavourOS](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/12/endeavouros.png) I have been using GNOME-powered Linux distributions for years now. While I have tried KDE Plasma for testing, I have never used it religiously as my daily driver. Now that I have, I must say, the KDE Plasma experience is refreshing. I can [customize my KDE desktop](https://itsfoss.com/kde-customization/) using various settings, as discussed in one of our articles: [11 Ways to Customize KDE Desktop in LinuxKDE Plasma can confuse a beginner by the degree of customization it offers. Learn the key points of KDE Plasma customization that you should be aware of.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/12/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSSDimitrios![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2021/01/KDE-Customization-Guide.jpg)](https://itsfoss.com/kde-customization/) With EndeavourOS's touch to the KDE Plasma desktop with its purplish accent, I like it more. ### Superb Onboarding Experience ![endeavouros welcome screen](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/12/welcome-screen.png) I found EndeavourOS's welcome screen or the "after install" option screen as one of the most helpful ones in 2024. I could simply open up the welcome screen anytime, and click on one of these options to **clean up package config**, **check logs**, **update native packages**, or **update native + AUR packages**. You can also head to its other tabs, "**Assistant**" and "**Add More Apps**" to browse for software/AUR packages, and explore other tips to make the most out of EndeavourOS. It is just so handy to have a GUI without you needing to type a command! ### One-Click installation for .pkg files ![pkg zst file screenshot](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/12/pkg-zst.png) Some tools like Windscribe VPN, which is what I use, offer a *.pkg.zst* file to install it on Arch Linux. And, all it took was a double click on the archive package to install it on my computer. If you are new to Arch-based distributions, this is absolutely a solid user experience to have. ### Community Support EndeavourOS features a super active community on Telegram and its web forum. Whether you want to discuss something or ask a question, you will rarely need to wait when the members are online. It feels nice to be a part of such a community. ### Reliable Arch Experience ![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/12/endeavouros-terminal.png) I have been using it for a month now, and I must say that the updates have been going smooth, without breaking once. At least that is not a thing I have to worry about yet, unlike Archcraft, which broke after a major update (and could not be fixed even after following the developer's instructions). **I think if you are looking to jump ship to Arch Linux, and want a solid distribution that also offers good community support to get help, EndeavourOS is an easy recommendation.** I will be going forward with it to 2025 unless there are some major annoyances. Of course, I shall be sharing my detailed experience soon. Stay tuned! *πŸ’¬ What is your favorite Linux distro of 2024? Let me know in the comments!* **Suggested Read** πŸ“– [9 Major Annoyances With Linux That Look Like a Thing of the Past in 2025It is a breeze to use Linux in 2025 with all the major annoyances gone. And, here’s why.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/12/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSSAnkush Das![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/12/major-annoyances-past-linux-2025.png)](https://itsfoss.com/linux-annoyances-2025/)