Buy TLXOS – Perpetual Thin Client & Digital Signage Licenses (2026 Pricing)
One-Time Payment. Lifetime Ownership. No Subscriptions Ever.
| Edition | Supported Hardware | Price (USD) | What You Get |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLXOS RPi | All Raspberry Pi models (Zero, 2, 3, 4, 5, 400, 500, CM4, CM5) | $10 | Perpetual license + free lifetime upgrades & hotfixes + 30-day trial included + Free ThinLinX Management Software (TMS) |
| TLXOS RePC / SFF | PCs, laptops, Intel NUC, AMD systems, mini-PCs | $15 | Same perpetual rights – ideal for repurposing old hardware into secure thin clients |
| TLXOS Live USB | RePC Live USB (bootable, isolated from host OS) | $15 | Perfect for secure remote work, contractors, or BYOD environments |
| Volume & Reseller | 50+ devices | Contact us | Special pricing |
Why Thousands Choose TLXOS Perpetual Licenses
- No recurring fees – Pay once, own forever
- Free major upgrades – You always run the latest version
- Free hotfixes & security patches – Delivered instantly via TMS or USB
- Unlimited devices with free TMS – Manage one or thousands of devices at no extra cost
- Australian developed & supported – Direct email/helpdesk response within 24 hours
How to Buy TLXOS Licenses – Step-by-Step
- Try Before You Buy: Download TLXOS from our site and install on your device (SD card, USB, or PXE boot). The 30-day trial activates automatically with internet access.
- Purchase Online: Visit our secure store during or after the trial. Register with email/password and select licenses.
- Apply Licenses: Use TMS (free download) or local Tlxconfig to assign licenses from our server – instant activation.
- Large Orders?: Request purchase orders, invoices, or wire transfers (US$25 fee) via sales@thinlinx.com.
Payment Options for TLXOS Purchases
- PayPal: Fast and secure – use your account or guest mode.
- Credit Card: Via PayPal (no account required) – email sales@thinlinx.com for invoice setup.
- Wire Transfer: For bulk buys – Most Banks add a US$25 bank fee.
- More options coming soon – contact us for alternatives.
- Education → Extra 20% discount (contact us)
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• Click here to Buy TLXOS NUC for US$15, supports Intel Small Form Factor devices
• Click here to Buy TLXOS RePC for US$15, supports Re-purposing PC’s and Laptops
• Click here to Buy TLXOS RPi for US$10, supports Raspberry Pi2, 3, 4, 5, CM4 and CM5
- World’s first Citrix HDX on a $35 Raspberry Pi (2015) – still unbeaten
- World’s first VMware Blast on Raspberry Pi (2016) – still unbeaten
- Impossible to brick – even if your intern tries
- Built-in WireGuard + OpenVPN – no extra licenses
- Free TMS – manage thousands of devices without paying a cent
- 30-day unlimited trial
TLXOS vs. Competitors: 2025 Pricing Analysis – Why Perpetual Wins
The Bottom Line: TLXOS Crushes Recurring Fees
In the thin client and endpoint OS market, most competitors lock you into endless subscriptions that balloon costs over time. TLXOS? One-time perpetual licenses starting at $10 – with free lifetime upgrades and zero hidden fees. Below, we break down 2025 pricing for key rivals (based on public data, vendor sites, and analyst reports). For 100 seats, see how TLXOS saves you $100K+ in Year 1 alone.
Key Pricing Comparison (Per Device/Year, 100 Seats)
| Vendor/Product | Model | Upfront/Perpetual Cost | Annual Recurring | Year 1 Total (100 Seats) | Year 3 Total (100 Seats) | Notes & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLXOS (ThinLinX) | Perpetual | $10–$15 (one-time) | $0 | $1000–$1,500 | $1000–$1,500 | RPi/RePC/NUC: $10–$15. Free TMS management. Lifetime everything. |
| IGEL OS | Perpetual + Subscription | $90–$150 (perpetual) + $44/year (EMP) | $44 | $13,400–$19,400 | $21,800–$30,200 | Base perpetual ~$90–$150; annual maintenance/EMP for full features. Hardware-agnostic, but recurring bites. |
| Stratodesk NoTouch OS | Subscription | N/A | $35–$40 | $3,500–$4,000 | $10,500–$12,000 | $35.99/year per client; Pay-As-You-Go min. 500 licenses/90-day commit. Post-IGEL acquisition, similar model. |
| Dell ThinOS | Bundled with Hardware/Subscription | $300–$800 (device bundle) | $50–$100 (est. sub for v10) | $30,000–$80,000+ | $33,000–$83,000+ | OS free with Dell hardware (~$300–$800/unit); v10 requires subscription (est. $50–$100/year). Repurposing adds fees. |
| HP ThinPro | Bundled with Hardware/Conversion | $300–$700 (device bundle) | $50–$100 (est. sub) | $30,000–$70,000+ | $33,000–$73,000+ | OS included in HP hardware; PC Converter ~$50–$100 one-time + annual support. Flexible but hardware-tied. |
| Citrix Workspace | Subscription (Per-User) | N/A | $10–$25/month ($120–$300/year) | $12,000–$30,000 | $36,000–$90,000 | DaaS Standard: $10/month; Premium Plus: $25/month. Bundles VDI/SaaS; monthly up to 100% premium over annual. |
| VMware Horizon (Omnissa) | Subscription/Perpetual Hybrid | $311–$436 (10-pack perpetual est.) | $4.67–$12.50/month ($56–$150/year) | $5,600–$15,000+ | $16,800–$45,000+ | Per concurrent user/device: $4.67–$12.50/month; legacy perpetual packs ~$3K–$4K/10 users + annual. Cloud adds infra costs. |
Assumptions: Averages from vendor quotes, CDW/reseller listings, and reports (e.g., IDC/Gartner). Excludes hardware/infra (e.g., Azure for Citrix/VMware). Volume discounts apply but favor enterprises.
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