ChromeOS
6.2#15 in operating systemsWebLinux
VisitChromeOS vs OpenWrt
What both publish
| Fact | ChromeOS | OpenWrt |
|---|---|---|
| Intended users | Google presents ChromeOS for business, education, frontline, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, kiosk, and signage use cases. | OpenWrt says users should know GNU/Linux and basic networking concepts before installing it. |
| Support | ChromeOS Enterprise Upgrade includes 24/7 IT support from Google experts, while hardware support and repairs are available through ChromeOS partners. | The project says support may be provided voluntarily by developers and users, but is not guaranteed. |
ChromeOS plans
- Kiosk & Signage Upgrade$2.08 a month
- ChromeOS Enterprise Upgrade (Standalone)$4.17 a month
- ChromeOS Enterprise Upgrade (Bundled)—
OpenWrt plans
- OpenWrtFree
- OpenWrt free softwareFree
Pick ChromeOS if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick OpenWrt if…
OpenWrt suits users customizing embedded devices who are comfortable with GNU/Linux and basic networking. Check the hardware support list and device resources before installing.