We performed a comparison between SUSE Linux Enterprise and Ubuntu Linux based on our users’ reviews in five categories. After reading all of the collected data, you can find our conclusion below.
Comparison Results: Ubuntu Linux has an edge in this comparison. Unlike SUSE Linux Enterprise, it has a proven ROI.
"Linux is easy to use. You have more control on a Unix system."
"The initial setup is very straightforward."
"The stability of the solution is good. We have not had any issue with performance."
"The solution is easy to use, secure and allows for simple manipulation."
"SUSE Linux Enterprise is stable."
"The main feature is that Linux is flexible to work with for most web-based applications."
"I have not experienced any issues with this operating system."
"SUSE Linux Enterprise is scalable."
"Stable and easy to use solution."
"RTO with the use of templating support for VMware for fast deployment of recovery or new systems, with the least amount work needed on custom settings, within application installed from install repositories. Shorter overall time with the vetted packages. Normally install and go."
"The most valuable feature of this solution is that Linux has cost-effective licenses."
"There are many good automation features in Ubuntu."
"The solution has high fantastic performance."
"The solution is easy to use"
"I use Ubuntu Linux to update some drivers related to some of my work."
"The product’s stability is valuable."
"The interface could improve."
"I have not been overly impressed with their technical support."
"SUSE could make more APIs available."
"I don't like the frequency of updates, especially if they're only from the vendor."
"If you want to do something simple like changing an IP number, you have to be quite aware of all the configuration files where you will change that."
"In the next release it would be nice to see more integration and better automation of processses."
"They should improve their educational portal."
"The only stability issues that I can recall encountering with SUSE would be with KDE. However, that is limited to just the desktop environment as I have not had stability issues with most server functions."
"Ubuntu might work for a bigger company, but I don't think so. Again, you would have to get the right people to do it. You need somebody technical. If you have a bunch of people who aren't technical, then it is just going to be a headache trying to get a feel for it or teach them."
"The solution has a bit of a learning curve. It's not too high, however, you do need to understand the solution to deploy it and work with it effectively."
"At times, it can be complex when we are trying to integrate or when we are trying to set up some features."
"An easier to configure firewall would be a good add-on."
"I think Ubuntu's performance is fine and so is its user interface. However, the latter is not as fancy as Microsoft Windows. It could be a bit fancier and easier to use."
"It would be nice to see more compatibility with certain Microsoft solutions, such as OneDrive."
"The encryption of the partition regarding software systems could be improved."
"They aren't as user-friendly as Microsoft. The solution can use a better UI."
SUSE Linux Enterprise is ranked 6th in Operating Systems (OS) for Business with 26 reviews while Ubuntu Linux is ranked 2nd in Operating Systems (OS) for Business with 133 reviews. SUSE Linux Enterprise is rated 8.4, while Ubuntu Linux is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of SUSE Linux Enterprise writes "Stable product compatible with multiple cloud service providers ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Ubuntu Linux writes "A stable and free solution that is easy to deploy and has a user-friendly GUI". SUSE Linux Enterprise is most compared with openSUSE Leap, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Oracle Linux, CentOS and Rocky Linux, whereas Ubuntu Linux is most compared with Rocky Linux, Oracle Linux, Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and CentOS. See our SUSE Linux Enterprise vs. Ubuntu Linux report.
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