Debian vs. Ubuntu
A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.
| Metric | Debian | Ubuntu |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Review count | 223 | 2,412 |
| Ease of use | 8.7 | 8.9 |
| Ease of setup | 8.8 | 9.1 |
| Quality of support | 8.6 | 8.6 |
| Meets requirements | 9.1 | 9.2 |
| NPS | 77.375566 | 71.034775 |
| Small Business | 47.9% | 47.6% |
| Mid-Market | 31.5% | 32.7% |
| Enterprise | 20.7% | 19.7% |
| Total page views | 319 | 3,590 |
| Total LLM citations | 868 | 3,733 |
Debian
Debian is a free and open-source operating system developed collaboratively by a global community of volunteers. Established in 1993, it has become one of the most popular and influential Linux distributions, known for its stability, security, and extensive software repositories. Debian serves as the foundation for numerous other distributions, including Ubuntu and Linux Mint, and is widely used on both servers and desktops.
- Ease of Use
- Reliability
- Stability
- Open Source
- Security
- Customization
Ubuntu
Ubuntu is the Linux OS that’s made for everyone. Harness the freedom and creativity of open source, from laptops and workstations to servers and IoT devices Published by Canonical, Ubuntu brings you the best of open source, backed by enterprise-grade assurance. Ubuntu delivers a unified and stable experience. Ubuntu serves as an interoperable platform, from the desktop to the edge. Wherever you innovate, you can expect high-performance and the same rich tooling ecosystem. Through community and partnership, we ensure that Ubuntu is always at the cutting-edge.
- Ease of Use
- Linux/Ubuntu OS
- Open Source
- User Interface
- User-Friendly
- Speed/Performance