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SUSE Linux Enterprise vs Windows 11 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

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
Windows 11
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
10th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.6
Number of Reviews
45
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 SUSE Linux Enterprise is 7.1%, down from 8.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows 11 is 6.1%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Dominique Locksley - PeerSpot reviewer
Has good kernel modules and upgrades
I like how the tool handles kernel modules and upgrades - we rarely have issues after upgrades, unlike with other Linux distributions like Oracle Linux or Ubuntu. The kernel module management is excellent. Changes made in one version typically work the same in other versions too, which isn't always the case with other distributions. There's also lots of information and community support available if you run into any problems, both on the official website and in forums and user groups. I know many people who use it specifically, so it's easy to get independent support if needed. I've been working with the tool for a long time, since 2003, before they became SUSE Linux Enterprise. It's always been one of the most admin-friendly Linux versions.
Anish Bheekoo - PeerSpot reviewer
Stable performance, straightforward setup process, and it is easy to join a domain
In terms of improvement, I have noticed some latency issues when loading large Excel or Word files. I'm not sure if it's a network or software issue, but it would be great if they could address that. Additionally, in terms of security, implementing easier remote access to laptops and providing more mature patching options would be beneficial. Overall, there is room for improvement in these areas. It should also give complete support for already tested versions.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The initial setup is very straightforward."
"SUSE Linux's most valuable feature is the documentation - there is a lot of documentation about how to create custom servers."
"SUSE Linux was stable for me. I did not experience any problems with its stability."
"SUSE Linux Enterprise is easy to configure for those who are not hardcore command-line driven."
"It also was very easy to setup, and offered an easy to use advanced setup option as well. This helped to create special configurations for different use cases."
"SUSE Linux Enterprise is scalable."
"The most valuable feature of the solution is the installation part...We don't face any issues related to the operating system or application."
"The initial setup for most modern Linux distributions is normally straightforward. Most of the common distributions use an ncurses or GUI install."
"Windows 11 is an easy-to-use solution."
"The tool is user-friendly. It is easy to use, and we have many applications like Excel and Word where we can do spreadsheet work."
"The tool is very stable and I don't recall a time the screen went blue which was common for Windows 7. The product's installation is fast. If I have any issue that prevents me from booting Windows 11, it will automatically run into auto-repair mode and fix those issues. Windows 10 had this functionality but it wasn't good."
"Windows 11 is very user-friendly and has improved user interactivity compared to Windows 10."
"The solution is the most updated version of Windows."
"The tool's most valuable feature is its stability. When we planned the migration, about 70 percent of it was done remotely. We encountered some incidents, which were resolved quickly."
"The new search bar is a valuable feature."
"Windows 11 has a good user interface."
 

Cons

"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."
"Red Hat has more packages that are available than SUSE does. I'd love to see more projects based on SUSE."
"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."
"We have had trouble integrating Autodesk with the SUSE manager."
"The quality of support offered by SUSE Linux Enterprise is not that great, making it an area where improvements are required."
"They should provide chatbot support for customers to open the troubleshooting cases directly."
"I don't like the frequency of updates, especially if they're only from the vendor."
"Compared with the competition, of late actually, the solution has increased its pricing tremendously."
"I didn't find any reliable reviews for applications in the Microsoft Store."
"I would like to add a frontend to manage the virtual machines that are installed in Windows 11. It should also improve security which includes patching the vulnerabilities."
"The solution's memory management could be improved."
"Our company PCs are quite old, and many don't have the resources or specifications to support Windows 11."
"Windows 11 needs to improve the speed with which it loads programs"
"A significant drawback is its cost for the hardware requirements that is important for optimal performance which makes it less accessible and potentially impractical for many users globally."
"I would like the solution to include AI integration. It also needs to have better support."
"If we can have some features to compare two versions of the same file,"
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"As far as licensing goes, there is nothing unusual here. The price and model have worked fine for my organization."
"The platform is affordable."
"The price of SUSE Linux Enterprise could be cheaper. Other solutions, such as"
"There is no license for this solution, there is only a subscription of support available."
"Regarding pricing, everybody would want it to be cheaper."
"I rate the product price an eight on a scale of one to ten, where one is a low price, and ten is a high price."
"The product's licensing options align well with the evolving landscape of Linux variants."
"When we first implemented this product, we had licenses for support."
"I'm not directly involved in the financial aspects, but based on feedback from colleagues, Microsoft is flexible with pricing and addressing other licensing needs."
"I use the free home version."
"We pay for a yearly license for Windows 11."
"I rate Windows 11’s pricing a six or seven out of ten."
"The product is expensive. I rate its pricing a nine out of ten."
"The product is not cheap."
"The product is well-priced."
"The tool's price is high and I would rate it a nine out of ten."
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Top Industries

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

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

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...
What do you like most about Windows 11?
We use Windows 11 for our workstation’s daily operations.
What needs improvement with Windows 11?
Windows 11 requires a very powerful hardware infrastructure. When installed on an old machine, it can be problematic due to outdated configurations. For a better experience, Windows 11 should be im...
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

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