Ubuntu vs iOS Development

The Linux distro that's so user-friendly even your non-techy friends might actually use it meets apple's walled garden: where you build beautiful apps, but only if you play by their rules. Here's our take.

Ubuntu

Nice Pick

The Linux distro that's so user-friendly even your non-techy friends might actually use it.

Pros

• Massive community support and extensive documentation
• Regular LTS releases with long-term stability and security updates
• Pre-configured with essential tools and a polished desktop environment
• Excellent hardware compatibility and driver support out-of-the-box

Cons

• Can feel bloated with pre-installed apps you'll never use
• Snap packages are controversial for performance and integration issues

iOS Development

Apple's walled garden: where you build beautiful apps, but only if you play by their rules.

Pros

• Access to a high-spending user base
• Swift and SwiftUI make modern development fast and safe
• Tight integration with Apple hardware and services
• Strong app review process ensures quality and security

Cons

• Requires a Mac and annual developer fee
• App Store approval can be slow and unpredictable
• Limited customization compared to open platforms

The Verdict

Use Ubuntu if: You want massive community support and extensive documentation and can live with can feel bloated with pre-installed apps you'll never use.

Use iOS Development if: You prioritize access to a high-spending user base over what Ubuntu offers.

The Bottom Line

Ubuntu wins

The Linux distro that's so user-friendly even your non-techy friends might actually use it.