What are alternatives to Microsoft?

Comparable alternatives to Microsoft (different parent companies) include AKG, AQUOS R, ASUS, Acer, AirPods, and others listed on this page.

What brands compete with Microsoft?

Competitors are selected from the same product categories as Microsoft, excluding brands ultimately owned by Microsoft.

Are alternatives to Microsoft owned by Microsoft?

No — this list focuses on brands not owned by Microsoft, so you can compare options outside that corporate family.

Competitors & alternatives

Alternatives to Microsoft

Microsoft is owned by Microsoft. Below are same-category competitors and alternatives under different parent companies — useful if you want options outside that corporate family.

Ownership profile: Who owns Microsoft? · Parent: Microsoft

Consumer electronics Software & internet

Microsoft competitors (different parent companies)

Same category as Microsoft, not owned by Microsoft. This is a ownership-based competitor list — not a quality ranking.

Alternatives to Microsoft by category

Consumer electronics

AKG AQUOS R ASUS Acer AirPods Alcatel Alienware Apple Apple TV

Software & internet

Americana Software Limited Andy Capp's AppGeo

Not alternatives — same corporate family as Microsoft

These brands are also under Microsoft. If you are avoiding that parent, skip this list.

Games for Windows Microsoft Surface Xbox Xbox Series X

FAQ: alternatives to Microsoft

What are alternatives to Microsoft?: See the competitor list above — brands in the same categories as Microsoft with a different ultimate parent.
How is “alternative” defined here?: Same product category, different ultimate parent company. We do not rank quality, price, or ethics — only ownership separation.
Where can I see who owns Microsoft?: Open the Microsoft ownership page.

BrandRootMap is an independent reference tool. Ownership data is compiled from public sources and may change after acquisitions. Not affiliated with any brand or parent company.