What is Rufus?
Rufus is a small application that creates bootable USB drives. Use it to install or run Microsoft Windows, Linux, or DOS on your computer with just a few clicks.
Rufus ranks #18,754 on the Tranco list of the most visited sites worldwide as of November 12, 2026. Zivvi doesn't have a traffic rank for Ubuntu. Over the last 30 days Rufus climbed 208 places (from #18,962). There's no comparable 30-day figure for Ubuntu.
worldwide today
| Worldwide traffic rank | #18,754 | Not ranked yet |
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| 30-day change | 1% | – |
| Category rank | #276 of 301 in |
Rufus is a small application that creates bootable USB drives. Use it to install or run Microsoft Windows, Linux, or DOS on your computer with just a few clicks.
Ubuntu is a widely used open-source Linux operating system available for various computing environments. It provides a stable and secure foundation for running applications and systems, catering to both individual users and enterprise needs. Developers and enterprises install Ubuntu on desktops, servers, and in cloud environments. They use it to power their applications, benefit from its package ecosystem, and use its performance for development and production. It offers an intuitive interface and extensive documentation.
Rufus ranks #18,754 on the Tranco list of the most visited sites worldwide as of November 12, 2026. Zivvi doesn't have a traffic rank for Ubuntu.
Over the last 30 days Rufus climbed 208 places (from #18,962). There's no comparable 30-day figure for Ubuntu.
Rufus is free to use; Ubuntu is open source.
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| Pricing | Free | Open source |
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| Platforms | Windows | Linux |
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| Upvotes on Zivvi | 0 | 0 |
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| Website | rufus.ie | ubuntu.com |
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Both are listed under Developer Tools on Zivvi. Rufus is free to use; Ubuntu is open source.
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