G2 Vendor Directory

Junos OS vs. Ubuntu

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricJunos OS

by Juniper Networks

Ubuntu

by Canonical Ltd.

Overall rating4.64.5
Review count352,412
Ease of use8.88.9
Ease of setup8.49.1
Quality of support9.38.6
Meets requirements9.39.2
NPS74.07407471.034775
Small Business20.0%47.6%
Mid-Market34.3%32.7%
Enterprise45.7%19.7%
Total page views1003,590
Total LLM citations243,733

Junos OS

Junos OS is a secure, open, and programmable network operating system that serves as the foundation for Juniper Networks' routing, switching, and security devices. Designed to automate network operations with precision, Junos OS enhances operational efficiency and frees up valuable resources, enabling organizations to focus on growth and innovation. Its modular architecture ensures high availability, reliability, and scalability, making it suitable for a wide range of network environments.

Pros

  • Stability
  • Command Line Interface (CLI)
  • Reliability
  • Virus Protection
  • Powerful Features
  • Cloud Computing

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.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Linux/Ubuntu OS
  • Open Source
  • User Interface
  • User-Friendly
  • Speed/Performance