Windows 11 Home has everything most people need at home. Windows 11 Pro adds business and security tools on top of it.
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday apps, gaming, Microsoft Store | Yes | Yes |
| BitLocker drive encryption | No | Yes |
| Remote Desktop host | No | Yes |
| Hyper-V virtual machines | No | Yes |
| Group Policy | No | Yes |
| Join a company domain | No | Yes |
Which one should you choose?
Choose Home for home use, study and games. Choose Pro if you need to encrypt a drive, connect to your PC remotely, run virtual machines, or work in a company network. You can move from Home to Pro later by entering a Pro key in Settings.