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Ubuntu Linux vs Windows 11 comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 25, 2026

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
6.0
Ubuntu Linux offers cost savings, high returns, stability, and security, making it a valuable, cost-effective alternative to licensed software.
Sentiment score
5.1
Windows 11 offers user-friendliness, stability, and cost-effective upgrades, enhancing efficiency and ROI for many companies.
It has definitely saved time and generated a return on investment as well.
Presales Engineer at Crayon AS
I believe we have seen a return on investment from using Windows 11 since our company is primarily a software house where most costs stem from salaries and licenses.
Software Engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.5
Ubuntu Linux users appreciate efficient support but often rely on community resources and documentation for effective self-assistance.
Sentiment score
5.2
Windows 11 support experiences vary, with some appreciating efficient assistance and others encountering delays or using internal resources.
They responded well, understood that the issue was not on my end, and provided a patch within two days.
Manging Director at Winworth UK
The community around Ubuntu Linux is beneficial, providing answers to questions and assisting with issues.
Bachelor of Engineering at Vaasan ammattikorkeakoulu VAMK University of Applied Sciences
Ubuntu Linux has a comprehensive knowledge base for self-help.
Techincal Support Engineer at Ibits Tech Solutions
We have an internal team that supports all the Microsoft issues within the system.
Chief Executive Officer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.1
Ubuntu Linux is highly scalable for servers, excelling in diverse industries and popular for cloud and on-premises applications.
Sentiment score
6.3
Windows 11 offers scalable solutions for enterprises, excelling in vertical scaling while requiring Windows Server for horizontal expansion.
Ubuntu Linux itself is a lightweight OS, so it's very convenient to scale it up to any form needed.
Associate Cloud Operations Engineer at a tech vendor with 501-1,000 employees
In a server environment, it can seamlessly adapt to increased customer demand.
Bachelor of Engineering at Vaasan ammattikorkeakoulu VAMK University of Applied Sciences
So far, I do not have any issues related to security in Ubuntu Linux.
System Administrator at mmcytech
It scales well vertically, so a single machine can be very powerful without reaching its limits.
Software Engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Our company PCs are quite old, and many don't have the resources or specifications to support Windows 11.
IT Specialist at EMA
Windows 11 is very scalable.
Delivery Manager at Ford Motor Company
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.9
Ubuntu Linux is praised for its stability, reliability, minimal maintenance, and efficient updates, though challenges may arise in virtual environments.
Sentiment score
6.7
Windows 11 is praised for stability and performance, though some users face update issues and prefer Windows 10.
The system has been completely stable, which makes it deserve a perfect score.
BA at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Ubuntu Linux is extremely stable and maintains uptime effectively.
Manging Director at Winworth UK
If updates happen frequently, no system would be stable without tuning it every time there's an update.
Associate Cloud Operations Engineer at a tech vendor with 501-1,000 employees
The stability can be influenced by the status and specifications of our company PCs.
IT Specialist at EMA
Regarding stability, I would say the Slack issue which I found; other than that, I think all of the other things are pretty smooth.
S QA Engineer at 7Vals
 

Room For Improvement

Ubuntu Linux faces challenges in user-friendliness, stability, compatibility, and integration, demanding improvements in support and enterprise tools.
Windows 11 needs better integration, security, performance, and AI features while addressing stability, compatibility, and cost issues.
There is a push towards integrating AI into software for various purposes like video and sound processing.
Manging Director at Winworth UK
During a migration project that I was handling, Ubuntu Linux was not completely compatible for the migration process from one application to another. This is an area they could improve in migrating from minor versions to major versions.
Associate Cloud Operations Engineer at a tech vendor with 501-1,000 employees
Stability issues occur when integrating new components due to physical or technical challenges.
Bachelor of Engineering at Vaasan ammattikorkeakoulu VAMK University of Applied Sciences
For a better experience, Windows 11 should be improved to take fewer resources.
Delivery Manager at Ford Motor Company
The needed improvements in Windows 11 include that the Copilot integration needs a better user interface experience with rich features, alongside making a very simple UI experience as well.
Presales Engineer at Crayon AS
It still feels more oriented toward consumer use rather than enterprise use, and the company is forced to maintain extensive backward compatibility, which creates technical debt.
Software Engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
 

Setup Cost

Ubuntu Linux offers cost-effective adoption with a free core version, optional subscription support, and significant resource efficiency for enterprises.
Enterprise feedback on Windows 11 pricing varies, with opinions split between seeing it as costly and reasonably priced.
For an enterprise-wide scalable operating system with professional services, you can select Ubuntu Linux at a reasonable price.
Owner at a computer software company with 1-10 employees
The setup cost is free.
Head of mission at CapHornier
Ubuntu Linux is open-source, leading to cost savings through its free availability.
Bachelor of Engineering at Vaasan ammattikorkeakoulu VAMK University of Applied Sciences
I have a university license, so I do not pay anything for Windows 11.
Associate Professor at a educational organization with 501-1,000 employees
We use a cracked version of Windows, so there are no licensing costs.
IT Specialist at EMA
Windows 11 is more expensive compared to Windows 10.
Delivery Manager at Ford Motor Company
 

Valuable Features

Ubuntu Linux offers security, stability, and user-friendliness, with strong community support, cost-effectiveness, and excellent compatibility for various users.
Windows 11 enhances productivity with features like snap layouts, improved security, seamless multitasking, and development tools integration.
Ubuntu Linux's open-source nature supports community contributions, bolstering its development and support ecosystem.
Bachelor of Engineering at Vaasan ammattikorkeakoulu VAMK University of Applied Sciences
Ubuntu Linux supports remote troubleshooting via SSH, allowing connection from anywhere, which is beneficial for troubleshooting server issues.
Techincal Support Engineer at Ibits Tech Solutions
The updates in terms of security are very fast, and it is very easy to deploy.
manager at SSDU Innovations
It has good security features, providing strong protection against platform viruses and vulnerabilities, which secures my resources.
IT Specialist at EMA
Windows 11 is mainly used for support and provides improved performance compared to Windows 10.
Associate Professor at a educational organization with 501-1,000 employees
Windows 11 is definitely scalable and offers more functionality and security.
Delivery Manager at Ford Motor Company
 

Categories and Ranking

Ubuntu Linux
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
151
Ranking in other categories
OpenStack (1st)
Windows 11
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
5th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
52
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2026, in the Operating Systems (OS) for Business category, the mindshare of Ubuntu Linux is 8.1%, down from 11.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows 11 is 7.4%, down from 7.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Operating Systems (OS) for Business Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Ubuntu Linux8.1%
Windows 117.4%
Other84.5%
Operating Systems (OS) for Business
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer2728158 - PeerSpot reviewer
Associate Cloud Operations Engineer at a tech vendor with 501-1,000 employees
Good compatibility and improvement needed in migration process
For long-term support, it has been good because in most enterprise environments, people still use Ubuntu Linux sixteen, which is quite obsolete now. Other enterprise versions do not support obsolete systems, so supportability is good in terms of Ubuntu Linux. For sustainability, it's quite a significant point of view for every organization. For us, Ubuntu Linux is the preferable way. For others, it might not be, so that is quite a subjective matter itself. The pinpoint of the problem is that they take time because they need specific information. We need to go to AWS first, and then they'll contact the Ubuntu Linux support team itself. This creates a two-way hop for us, which is why it's not that great. It's not really Ubuntu Linux's problem but rather the way we are accessing Ubuntu Linux. The migration part when migrating an application or one version of Ubuntu Linux to another is quite hectic. During the process, one or many applications might crash. That is something they could handle themselves, but I don't think that's something Ubuntu Linux will look into. During a migration project that I was handling, Ubuntu Linux was not completely compatible for the migration process from one application to another. This is an area they could improve in migrating from minor versions to major versions.
Naveenkumar Lakshman - PeerSpot reviewer
Presales Engineer at Crayon AS
Daily work has become smoother and organized as I manage calls, notes, and files efficiently
The best features that Windows 11 offers in my opinion are Notepad++ and the integration, as I could use Microsoft 365 on it and I could also run many applications. If I want to use Linux, then I could use Windows Subsystem for Linux as well. Most of the industry-wide applications are easily installable on Windows 11 and user-friendly as well. Windows 11 has definitely impacted my organization positively because you could see that all the day-to-day activities, most of our professionals would use a Windows system itself. In terms of productivity, Windows 11 has made a positive difference as we use a mail inbox with its links and Microsoft Teams, which is available. Windows 11 is natively installable and very friendly with the compatible operating system, and alongside, we have other applications that are available. Edge browser, which is the default browser for Windows 11, is also a good browser and a very decent option. Additionally, we have other features available for the day-to-day activities. You can see it gives you a basic calendar, calculator, and camera options, and you have the File Explorer. You get a pretty decent operating system for a layman to work on a day-to-day basis. While there are certain tasks that consume a certain amount of time, Windows 11 reduces the time. The usability and architecture, how it is built, makes a user get into a state where they don't need to spend excessive effort on the task to be done. You can get everything through a UI-based interface, and everything is sorted and very simple. Over the period of time, the operating system evolution by Microsoft is good for the individual workspace.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
12%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
University
8%
Comms Service Provider
14%
Manufacturing Company
9%
University
7%
Financial Services Firm
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business85
Midsize Enterprise22
Large Enterprise54
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business14
Midsize Enterprise12
Large Enterprise27
 

Questions from the Community

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 is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Ubuntu Linux?
Ubuntu Linux is almost free, but it has some professional services that require payment if you choose to use them. For a low-cost application server, Ubuntu Linux is a good choice, or for an enterp...
What needs improvement with Ubuntu Linux?
I was thinking that Ubuntu Linux and Windows would work on the same machine. With Windows 11, they came together, so it is a good thing. On the GUI, when I use SSH or PuTTY or what is called a cons...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Windows 11?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Windows 11 is not something I can share, as I am not the one responsible for that; it falls to other colleagues in my company.
What needs improvement with Windows 11?
Until now, I have not paid much attention to the areas for improvement in Windows 11, but in the settings bar, I can say that in the notification center, which shifts and changes sometimes. Notific...
What is your primary use case for Windows 11?
From Windows 7, my use cases for Windows 11 feel quite similar to the Mac users because the toolbar and the bay at the bottom of the toolbar look similar to the MacBook. With how it is displayed on...
 

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Sample Customers

Samsung, eBay, AT&T, Walmart, Cisco, Time Warner Cable, Bloomberg, Best Buy, Dell, Intel, Microsoft, Ericsson, Orange, Wells Fargo
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