When comparing BlackArch vs Parrot GNU/Linux, the Slant community recommends Parrot GNU/Linux for most people. In the question“What are the best Linux distributions for misanthropes?” Parrot GNU/Linux is ranked 27th while BlackArch is ranked 37th. The most important reason people chose Parrot GNU/Linux is:
It is compatible to Debian >=testing.
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Pros
Pro Large repository
As of Feb. 26th, 2020 there are 2460 tools in the repository.
Pro Live session
You can run the OS from a LiveUSB.
Pro Better than ArchStrike
Contains many more tools than ArchStrike and far easier installation than ArchStrike
Pro Arch-based
BlackArch is just normal Arch with tons of tools preinstalled
Pro Suitable for professionals
Pro Compatible with Debian
It is compatible to Debian >=testing.
Pro Testing based
It is always based on the latest testing release so it includes more recent software than a stable based distribution.
Pro Focuses just one desktop
It focus the MATE desktop which makes it unique compared to the more general distros.
Cons
Con Not beginner-friendly
Not great for newbies.
