Ubuntu Update Manager
6.1#8 in software update toolsFree planFree planLinux
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Version Tracker
6.6#2 in software update tools€4,990 one-timeFree planmacOS
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| Fact | Ubuntu Update Manager | Version Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Canonical's company page says it has nurtured the Ubuntu community since 2004. | Version Tracker was imagined, designed, and developed by Jean-Paul Florencio; version 1.0 shipped on 18 June 2026. |
| Purpose | Update Manager is a graphical frontend for apt that performs some apt-get actions and is especially designed for system upgrades or migrations to a newer version. | Version Tracker scans and tracks macOS applications and packages and reports which have updates available. |
| Support | Canonical offers 24/7 support for Ubuntu Desktop and Server deployments with comprehensive security coverage and management tooling. | Users can report bugs and request features through a public GitHub tracker or send feedback from within the app. |
Ubuntu Update Manager plans
- Ubuntu Update ManagerFree
Version Tracker plans
- FreeFree
- Mono LFT€4,990, paid once
- Solo LFT€6,990, paid once
- Family LFT€9,990, paid once
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- Family—
Pick Ubuntu Update Manager if…
It suits Ubuntu users who want a graphical way to install updates or upgrade their system. It is also intended for users moving to a newer Ubuntu release.
Pick Version Tracker if…
Version Tracker suits Mac users who want to scan installed applications, check updates, and keep software inventories. Its Family plan is described for families and small teams and covers up to five Macs.