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SUSE Manager pros and cons

Vendor: SUSE
4.3 out of 5

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PROS

SUSE Manager provides support for live patching in both Red Hat and SUSE environments, which is highly valued.
It includes automation capabilities that significantly save time.
Cost optimization is achieved through efficient operations management.
SUSE Manager manages systems, supports patching, and utilizes SaltStack connectivity for installations and routines.
Its compatibility with various Linux distributions makes it ideal for maintaining diverse Linux environments.

CONS

The library of VCPs or playbooks available can be limited.
It can be complex for users new to Linux and lacking technical expertise.
The initial setup of SUSE Manager is quite complex.
From an integration perspective, it is difficult to integrate with Jira or ticketing tools.
Initial setup and repository synchronization can be complex for new users or those in disconnected environments.
 

SUSE Manager Pros review quotes

Shivamp Kachole - PeerSpot reviewer
Associate System Engineer at Dhanyaayai enterprise private limited
Jul 10, 2026
The biggest advantage of SUSE Manager is that it centralizes everything—from client registration and patching to automation and compliance.
DK
Unix Administrator at emaratech
Jun 2, 2025
What I appreciate best about SUSE Manager is that it supports most of the Linux flavors.
reviewer2679906 - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Consultant at a non-tech company with self employed
Apr 1, 2025
SUSE Manager is valuable for managing systems, patching, and utilizing SaltStack connectivity for various installations and other routines.
Learn what your peers think about SUSE Manager. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: July 2026.
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Victor Estival - PeerSpot reviewer
Developer Product Marketing Manager at Parity Technologies
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.
Aman_Singh - PeerSpot reviewer
DevOps Software Engineer at Integra Micro Software Services
Aug 28, 2023
SUSE Manager helps to optimize operations at a reduced cost.
DK
Unix Administrator at emaratech
Sep 29, 2022
The setup is straightforward.
reviewer1942110 - PeerSpot reviewer
Solution Architect at a tech services company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Aug 18, 2022
SUSE Manager is the best solution for maintaining the Linux environment
 

SUSE Manager Cons review quotes

Shivamp Kachole - PeerSpot reviewer
Associate System Engineer at Dhanyaayai enterprise private limited
Jul 10, 2026
I find that while SUSE Manager is generally good, the initial setup and repository synchronization can be a little complex, especially for new users or those working in disconnected environments.
DK
Unix Administrator at emaratech
Jun 2, 2025
From an integration perspective, it is difficult to integrate with Jira or any ticketing tool, which is challenging.
reviewer2679906 - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Consultant at a non-tech company with self employed
Apr 1, 2025
The initial setup of SUSE Manager is quite complex.
Learn what your peers think about SUSE Manager. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: July 2026.
908,834 professionals have used our research since 2012.
Victor Estival - PeerSpot reviewer
Developer Product Marketing Manager at Parity Technologies
Nov 15, 2021
I really would like to have a broader library of VCP's or playbooks that I can deploy.
Aman_Singh - PeerSpot reviewer
DevOps Software Engineer at Integra Micro Software Services
Aug 28, 2023
It can be complex and difficult for users who are new to Linux and don't have any technical expertise.
DK
Unix Administrator at emaratech
Sep 29, 2022
We sometimes have server issues and need to restart the service.
reviewer1942110 - PeerSpot reviewer
Solution Architect at a tech services company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Aug 18, 2022
The initial stage is a bit complex, but after that, everything runs seamlessly.