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SUSE Manager pros and cons

Vendor: SUSE
4.4 out of 5

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PROS

SUSE Manager supports managing Red Hat and SUSE environments effectively.
The support for live patching is highly appreciated.
Setup is straightforward with SUSE Manager.
Operations are optimized at a reduced cost with SUSE Manager.
SaltStack connectivity in SUSE Manager is valuable for installations and routines.

CONS

The library of VCPs or playbooks is not broad enough for deployment needs.
Initial setup is quite complex.
Users sometimes encounter server issues requiring service restart.
Complexity makes it difficult for users new to Linux without technical expertise.
Initial stage is complex before reaching seamless operation.
 

SUSE Manager Pros review quotes

Victor Estival - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 15, 2021
When it comes to managing both Red Hat and SUSE environments, it provides the support for live patching, which is something I really, really appreciate.
reviewer1976190 - PeerSpot reviewer
Sep 29, 2022
The setup is straightforward.
Aman_Singh - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 28, 2023
SUSE Manager helps to optimize operations at a reduced cost.
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reviewer2679906 - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 1, 2025
SUSE Manager is valuable for managing systems, patching, and utilizing SaltStack connectivity for various installations and other routines.
NarsingThakur - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 18, 2022
SUSE Manager is the best solution for maintaining the Linux environment
 

SUSE Manager Cons review quotes

Victor Estival - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 15, 2021
I really would like to have a broader library of VCP's or playbooks that I can deploy.
reviewer1976190 - PeerSpot reviewer
Sep 29, 2022
We sometimes have server issues and need to restart the service.
Aman_Singh - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 28, 2023
It can be complex and difficult for users who are new to Linux and don't have any technical expertise.
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reviewer2679906 - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 1, 2025
The initial setup of SUSE Manager is quite complex.
NarsingThakur - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 18, 2022
The initial stage is a bit complex, but after that, everything runs seamlessly.