Comparison

CompTIA Linux+ XK0 vs Linux Basics

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CompTIA Linux+ XK0

Prepare for your CompTIA Linux+ certification exam with practice tests and study questions covering all exam objectives. Track your progress and identify areas for improvement with personalized proficiency scores and performance analysis.

Highlights
  • Practice tests and mock exams
  • Proficiency score calculation
  • Personalized practice based on performance
  • Bookmark difficult questions
  • Track test performance over time
  • Covers 100% of exam objectives
Features
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Score higher in CompTIA Linux+ XK0-004 certification exam, with this easy-to-use mobile app by Darril Gibson, author of top selling CompTIA certification prep books. It includes study questions, practice tests and Acronyms covering 100% of all exam objectives. ---------- App Highlights --------- PROFICIENCY SCORE: Based on your performance in the practice tests, your proficiency score is calculated which indicates your readiness for the real test. PRACTICE TESTS: Multiple practice and mock tests to assess your exam readiness. The practice tests are personalized based on your proficiency. Taking these tests often is the most effective way to be better prepared for the real test. BOOKMARKS: Bookmark difficult questions and flashcards. Access them easily later. TEST PERFORMANCE: Check your test performance improvement over time. The practice test questions thoroughly examine all the exam topics: 1.0 Hardware and System Configuration 2.0 Systems Operation and Maintenance 3.0 Security 4.0 Linux Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 5.0 Automation and Scripting ABOUT THE AUTHOR After a 22 year Navy career working with computers and electronics, Darril Gibson set a goal for himself. He decided he wanted to become a full time author and write books that help others. Since then, he has authored, coauthored, or contributed to more than 40 books. One of his true joys in life is receiving emails from readers letting him know about their successes after using one of his books. Over the years, Darril has earned multiple certifications including: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, CASP, and CTT+; (ISC)2 SSCP and CISSP; Microsoft MCT, MCSA, MCSE, MCITP, MCTS, MCDST, MCAD, MCSD, and MCDST. Darril has written books on CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ core certifications, ISC(2) SSCP and CISSP security certifications, and multiple Microsoft certifications. He has also written two books on success including "You Can Do Anything: Three Simple Steps to Success for Graduates" and "7 Life Lessons: Powerful Principles for Living a Fulfilled Life." He regularly posts blogs at blogs.GetCertifiedGetAhead.com About CompTIA Linux+ (https://www.comptia.org/certifications/linux) The new CompTIA Linux+ is for the IT pro who will use Linux to manage everything from cars and smartphones to servers and supercomputers, as a vast number of enterprises use Linux in cloud, cybersecurity, mobile and web administration applications. In the new CompTIA Linux+, candidates are only required to pass one exam for certification. However, the new certification is no longer eligible for the LPI 2-for-1 offer. CompTIA Linux+ is the only job-focused Linux certification covering the latest foundational skills demanded by hiring managers. Unlike other certifications, the new exam includes performance-based and multiple-choice questions to identify the employees who can do the job. The exam covers tasks associated with all major distributions of Linux, setting the foundation for advanced vendor/distro-specific knowledge. CompTIA Linux+ covers common tasks in major distributions of Linux, including the Linux command line, basic maintenance, installing and configuring workstations, and networking.

About

Linux Basics

Learn essential Linux commands and concepts through an interactive, gamified mobile experience. Gain practical, day-to-day knowledge and discover useful tips presented in a fun and engaging format.

Highlights
  • Interactive learning
  • Gamified approach
  • Practical daily knowledge
  • Cool tips
  • Easy to learn
Features
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Our new mobile interactive and gamified approach makes it easy and fun to learn Linux usage from the basic, the app gives practical day to day knowledge and cool tips in a gameful way.

Screenshots

CompTIA Linux+ XK04 screens
Linux Basics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Linux Basics at 77% against CompTIA Linux+ XK0's 0%. Linux Basics also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CompTIA Linux+ XK0 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Linux Basics asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Linux Basics holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linux Basics has 50 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of CompTIA Linux+ XK0's written reviews are positive against 77% of Linux Basics's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
CompTIA Linux+ XK0 versus Linux Basics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompTIA Linux+ XK0Linux Basics
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)4.4 (50 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews76.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings150 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.5 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperlearnZappGabi Karasin

Customer experience

CompTIA Linux+ XK0

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Linux Basics

All ratings50 ratings
Positive82.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive76.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative6.7%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

CompTIA Linux+ XK0

Subscriptions5
  • All Access - 1 Week$1.997 Days
  • All Access - 1 Month$4.991 Month
  • All Access - 3 Months$11.993 Months
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  • All Access - 6 Months$19.996 Months
  • All Access - 1 Year$29.991 Year
None

Linux Basics

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CompTIA Linux+ XK0 free?
CompTIA Linux+ XK0 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Linux Basics free?
Linux Basics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CompTIA Linux+ XK0 or Linux Basics?
Linux Basics is rated higher. CompTIA Linux+ XK0 averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Linux Basics averages 4.4 from 50 ratings.
Do CompTIA Linux+ XK0 or Linux Basics have ads?
Neither CompTIA Linux+ XK0 nor Linux Basics shows ads.

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