Libreboot distributes free BIOS and UEFI firmware based on coreboot and GNU GRUB.
Canoeboot
Canoeboot distributes BIOS and UEFI boot firmware based on coreboot for starting Linux and BSD systems.
About Canoeboot
Canoeboot distributes libre BIOS/UEFI boot firmware based on coreboot for specific Intel/AMD x86 and ARM motherboards. It initializes hardware such as CPU, memory controller and peripherals, then starts a bootloader for the operating system. Linux and BSD are well-supported.
It includes GRUB and SeaBIOS payloads on x86 systems and U-Boot UEFI payloads on ARM64 and some x86 boards, combined in a single image selected at boot time. It provides pre-compiled ROM images, an automated build system and installation instructions. It removes all binary blobs, including CPU microcode updates, which can affect system stability and limits supported hardware compared to Libreboot.
Key features
- Replaces proprietary BIOS/UEFI on specific x86 and ARM motherboards
- Initializes hardware then starts a bootloader for the operating system
- Includes GRUB and SeaBIOS payloads on Intel/AMD x86 systems
- Provides U-Boot UEFI payload on ARM64 and some x86 boards
- Combines payloads in a single image selected at boot time
- Provides pre-compiled ROM images and automated build system
Best for: People who want blob-free coreboot firmware on supported hardware and prioritize software freedom over broader hardware compatibility.
Good for
- Removes all binary blobs from coreboot, including CPU microcode updates
- Provides pre-compiled ROM images with automated build system
- Includes multiple boot payloads in a single selectable image
Watch out for
- Works only on specific supported Intel/AMD x86 and ARM motherboards
- Removal of CPU microcode updates can negatively affect system stability
- Supports less hardware than Libreboot due to strict blob-removal policy
Canoeboot at a glance
- Website
- canoeboot.org
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Linux Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Canoeboot FAQ
How does Canoeboot differ from Libreboot?
Canoeboot is a fork of Libreboot maintained by Leah Rowe that removes all binary blobs, while Libreboot allows some blobs under its reduction policy to support more hardware.
What boot payloads are included?
GRUB and SeaBIOS on x86 Intel/AMD systems, and U-Boot UEFI on ARM64 and some x86 boards, combined in one image selected at boot time.
Which operating systems are supported?
Linux and BSD are well-supported.
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