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SUSE Linux Enterprise pros and cons

Vendor: SUSE
4.3 out of 5

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PROS

SUSE Linux Enterprise supports numerous hardware components out-of-the-box and includes an easy setup process with advanced configuration options.
YaST centralizes server management, simplifying control over server functions and offering extensive documentation for server customization.
It is recognized for its stability, ease of use, and flexibility, with strong performance in web-based applications and automated kernel lifecycle management.
SUSE Linux Enterprise is efficient in security management, with robust patching, a BTRFS file system, and reliable compliance features.
High availability features enhance enterprise workloads, offering a secure, cost-effective platform suitable for SAP systems with strong clustering and cloud support.

CONS

SUSE Linux Enterprise could improve by providing better technical support and more APIs.
SUSE Linux Enterprise requires simpler configuration and clustering processes, along with better logging and documentation.
Price concerns with SUSE Linux Enterprise have been raised, with comparisons indicating it is more expensive than competitors.
Improvement in integration with cloud-based systems and support for APMs is needed for SUSE Linux Enterprise.
The requirement to register a system for updates and support may complicate deployment in isolated environments for SUSE Linux Enterprise.
 

SUSE Linux Enterprise Pros review quotes

DD
Enterprise Solutions Architect at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Feb 6, 2018
Out-of-the-box SLES supported all of our HBAs and hardware specific components.
it_user814464 - PeerSpot reviewer
Systems Support Specialist at a hospitality company with 201-500 employees
Feb 6, 2018
YaST simplifies the server management of SUSE allowing for a centralized utility to control most of the server functions.
NT
Solution Architect at YASH Technologies
Jul 29, 2020
The most valuable feature is that there is an inbuilt HANA firewall.
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Kevin Honde - PeerSpot reviewer
Data Solution Architect at Econet Wireless Zimbabwe
Sep 29, 2020
The main feature is that Linux is flexible to work with for most web-based applications.
reviewer1542159 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Technical Project Manager at a university with 10,001+ employees
Mar 31, 2021
The solution offers a secure operation system.
reviewer1606152 - PeerSpot reviewer
SAP Director at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees
Jun 22, 2021
I have not experienced any issues with this operating system.
reviewer1401510 - PeerSpot reviewer
Team leader technical support at a manufacturing company with 201-500 employees
Jul 19, 2021
The stability of the solution is good. We have not had any issue with performance.
reviewer1053252 - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Presales Consultant/ Engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Aug 2, 2021
The initial setup is very straightforward.
it_user1689051 - PeerSpot reviewer
DevOps Strategist at a marketing services firm with 1-10 employees
Oct 7, 2021
Linux is easy to use. You have more control on a Unix system.
reviewer1692921 - PeerSpot reviewer
System Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Oct 15, 2021
It's a flexible solution.
 

SUSE Linux Enterprise Cons review quotes

DD
Enterprise Solutions Architect at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Feb 6, 2018
When working in a Department of Defense environment, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) have to be followed. SLES is not really addressed directly here. It did make following security policy difficult.
it_user814464 - PeerSpot reviewer
Systems Support Specialist at a hospitality company with 201-500 employees
Feb 6, 2018
All distributions of Linux could use some improvement.
NT
Solution Architect at YASH Technologies
Jul 29, 2020
We have had trouble integrating Autodesk with the SUSE manager.
Learn what your peers think about SUSE Linux Enterprise. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: January 2026.
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Kevin Honde - PeerSpot reviewer
Data Solution Architect at Econet Wireless Zimbabwe
Sep 29, 2020
I would like to see better functionality for interacting with cloud-based systems.
reviewer1542159 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Technical Project Manager at a university with 10,001+ employees
Mar 31, 2021
The free version sometimes has security holes.
reviewer1606152 - PeerSpot reviewer
SAP Director at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees
Jun 22, 2021
The initial setup could be simplified.
reviewer1401510 - PeerSpot reviewer
Team leader technical support at a manufacturing company with 201-500 employees
Jul 19, 2021
The interface could improve.
reviewer1053252 - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Presales Consultant/ Engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Aug 2, 2021
Red Hat has more packages that are available than SUSE does. I'd love to see more projects based on SUSE.
it_user1689051 - PeerSpot reviewer
DevOps Strategist at a marketing services firm with 1-10 employees
Oct 7, 2021
SUSE could make more APIs available.
reviewer1692921 - PeerSpot reviewer
System Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Oct 15, 2021
I would like to see GUI improved, it could be more user-friendly.