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Oracle Linux vs SUSE Linux Enterprise comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 7, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Oracle Linux
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
3rd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
118
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
SUSE Linux Enterprise
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
7th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
32
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Operating Systems (OS) for Business category, the mindshare of Oracle Linux is 10.2%, down from 15.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SUSE Linux Enterprise is 7.1%, down from 8.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Thomas Waltair - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides outstanding performance and resource savings with effective customer service
The solution works closely with the operating system kernel, which gives better performance in terms of multi-threading and a distributed database. We work based on Oracle specifications, and whenever there are critical patches and vulnerability tests, we update with the latest security patches. The collaboration with Oracle WebLogic and other Oracle tools enhances performance as well.
Naveen Venugopal - PeerSpot reviewer
Efficient IT management with crucial automatic updates but needs developer-friendly configuration
Sometimes it is a bit of work for developers to change the configurations. Some kernels will not fit with some packages, and this aspect could be improved. Furthermore, the system's rigidity when updating packages and services needs improvement. Additionally, there should be more loosely bound functionalities to improve developer experience.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The solution runs very well on inter-platform or HPE Intel servers."
"The solution provides the best return on investment."
"The advantages of Oracle Linux are that it is secure and provides end-to-end support from Oracle, from the operating system to the application ERP."
"It is secure in terms of the network, the viruses, etc."
"The installation is straightforward."
"Oracle consistently performs better."
"It is a stable solution with a secure operating system."
"I like that it's very stable and lightweight and that it requires very little resources."
"Linux is easy to use. You have more control on a Unix system."
"I have not experienced any issues with this operating system."
"The product's initial setup phase was easy."
"SUSE Linux Enterprise is scalable."
"The most valuable feature is that there is an inbuilt HANA firewall."
"The initial setup is very straightforward."
"It is a stable platform."
"The operating system is efficient in terms of security."
 

Cons

"The Oracle Linux graphical interface could be improved by fixing its occasional freezing on personal home laptops."
"Pricing could be improved."
"The security could improve in the solution."
"It is not a user-friendly solution."
"The solution can be improved by making it more user-friendly for basic users to reduce the time it takes to learn the commands and to reduce the dependencies that come with the OS so the deployment time can be reduced."
"There needs to be overall better integration."
"The security and integration could improve."
"Managing upgrades, especially moving from one version of Oracle Linux to another, can be challenging."
"They should probably just make clustering a bit simpler and also provide more descriptive log files for cluster services."
"The product must improve its UI."
"Red Hat has more packages that are available than SUSE does. I'd love to see more projects based on SUSE."
"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."
"They should improve their educational portal."
"The platform doesn't support certain APMs."
"Additionally, error handling needs improvement. The system should be more transparent when there's an error, rather than just declaring a generic error. It would be helpful if it could provide more specific information about the problem on that particular system. As it stands, you can waste a lot of time trying to troubleshoot these vague errors."
"The solution could be more stable."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is free."
"The cost is relatively affordable."
"This solution is very cost-effective, as it is essentially free, with charges only for support purposes."
"The pricing and licensing are good."
"We pay for a license for this solution annually."
"We are not paying anything for the operating system."
"Oracle Linux license and support are far more expensive than Red Hat or SUSE."
"The licensing is expensive."
"When we first implemented this product, we had licenses for support."
"The product's licensing options align well with the evolving landscape of Linux variants."
"The product is expensive. We purchase its yearly license."
"SUSE Linux Enterprise is reasonably priced compared to other operating systems. I find it's a much better option for us than Oracle, for example, because of the pricing structure. The pricing is easier to explain to clients and makes it easier to get clients' commitment. The licensing is also simpler to manage and keep track of. Their responsiveness is great - they give feedback very quickly when we ask questions about licensing or other aspects. This helps ensure we're always at the gold standard regarding licensing and everything related to SUSE Linux Enterprise."
"As far as licensing goes, there is nothing unusual here. The price and model have worked fine for my organization."
"There is a free tier and a paid support tier. If you do not need support, then the solution is free to use. If you need support then there is an option for that as well."
"The price is reasonable."
"The license we pay is for Oracle. We make use of the community edition."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
8%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Government
8%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

How does Oracle Linux compare with Solaris?
When comparing Oracle Linux and Solaris, I believe that Linux is more secure and more flexible. It is also very suitable for enterprises that are already Oracle solution users. I found Linux to be ...
Which would you choose - Ubuntu Linux or Oracle Linux?
Ubunto Linux is a complete Linux operating system that is freely available with both community and professional support. This solution is suitable for both desktop and server use. It has a very app...
What do you like most about SUSE Linux Enterprise?
The initial setup is simple and takes five minutes for deployment and if you have automation in place, it will take four minutes.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SUSE Linux Enterprise?
I used the open-source version, so there were no setup costs.
What needs improvement with SUSE Linux Enterprise?
The software management side was a bit difficult, especially compared to Ubuntu. The software manager was different, making it challenging to install certain applications. Additionally, I encounter...
 

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