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efibootmgr

Free#16 of 29 in Boot Manager Software

efibootmgr: A focused Linux command-line tool for precise UEFI boot-entry management. Ranked #16 of 29 in Boot Manager Software by our editors (7.5/10); pricing: Open source; best for linux command-line UEFI entry management.

7.5/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.5 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
Linux command-line UEFI entry management
Paid from
Free
Operating systems
Linux
Facts checked
21 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Creates, deletes, activates, and deactivates EFI boot entries
- Changes boot order and selects a one-time next boot option
- Supports boot-manager timeouts and network-boot entries
Where it doesn't
- Linux-only, with no support for other operating systems
- Requires UEFI; BIOS systems are not supported
- Command-line operation requires efivarfs or the legacy efivars module

Our verdict on efibootmgr

efibootmgr is an open-source Linux user-space utility for modifying the EFI Boot Manager. It is intended for Linux operating-system installers, system administrators, and users who manage UEFI-based systems from the command line. The utility focuses on direct boot-entry control rather than presenting a graphical boot menu. Its core functions include creating and deleting EFI entries, activating or deactivating entries, changing boot order, selecting the next boot option, configuring the boot-manager timeout, creating network-boot entries, and displaying current boot-manager settings.

For administrators handling multiboot systems, the breadth of boot-entry operations is the main strength. efibootmgr can inspect current settings and make targeted changes without limiting management to persistent boot order: the one-time next-boot option supports a separate use case. It also covers network-boot entry creation, while the published category specifications identify support for UEFI, multiboot configurations, boot-entry editing, and boot-menu customization. This makes it a practical fit for Linux environments where scripting, repeatable commands, and precise firmware-entry changes matter more than graphical navigation.

The trade-off is a narrow platform and interface scope. efibootmgr supports Linux and UEFI, while BIOS systems are outside its stated support. It also requires efivarfs or the legacy efivars kernel module to be loaded before use, making that system prerequisite part of the setup process. Choose efibootmgr when you need focused command-line control over UEFI entries on Linux. Choose an alternative when you need BIOS support, a graphical workflow, or broader operating-system coverage.

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efibootmgr pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

efibootmgr fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Operating systems	Linux
UEFI support	Yes
BIOS support	No
Multiboot support	Yes
Boot-entry editing	Yes
Boot repair	Not verified
Boot-menu customization	Yes
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Linux
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Open source
Website	github.com
Facts checked	21 Sep 2026

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