Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin)
#3 in Operating System · Rated 4.5
Interim Ubuntu release with nine-month support
Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin) is Canonical's latest interim release, arriving in April 2025. It brings updated kernel support, GNOME 48, improved install and boot experience, and devpacks for popular frameworks. Interim releases provide cutting-edge features and improvements, but with shorter support lifecycles compared to LTS versions. This makes 25.04 ideal for developers and labs who want current software and kernel support, with a straightforward upgrade path to the next release. Enterprises seeking longer lifecycles typically opt for the LTS track (e.g., 24.04 LTS) and supplement with Ubuntu Pro for extended security updates.
Features
- GNOME 48 desktop
- Devpacks for popular frameworks
- Triple buffering and performance improvements
- Modern installer and boot experience
- Latest kernel and toolchain updates
Pros
- Access to the newest software and kernels
- Strong community and ecosystem
- Flexible upgrade paths to newer releases
Cons
- Shorter 9-month support window (vs LTS)
- Not ideal for high-stability production environments without LTS planning