Windows 11 Home vs Pro Differences 2025 – Which One Should You Choose?
In 2025, Home is for casual users, Pro for business. Here's the full breakdown with new AI features.
2025 Feature Comparison Table
| Feature | Home | Pro | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BitLocker | No | Yes | Encryption |
| Remote Desktop (host) | No | Yes | Remote access |
| Group Policy Editor | No | Yes | Advanced settings |
| Copilot+ Recall | Yes | Yes | Both support |
| Hyper-V | No | Yes | Virtualization |
| Windows Sandbox | No | Yes | Testing |
| Price Difference | – | +$80 | Retail |
Who Should Choose Home?
99% home users: Gaming, browsing, basic work.
Who Needs Pro?
Pros: Encryption, remote work, VMs.
How to Upgrade
Settings > Activation > Upgrade edition. Use free education keys if eligible.
FAQ
- Q: Can Home run Copilot+? A: Yes, if hardware supports.
- Q: Worth upgrading? A: Only if you need Pro features.
Use our tool to check your edition.