G2 Vendor Directory

Rocky Linux vs. Amazon Linux 2

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

MetricRocky Linux

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Amazon Linux 2

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Overall rating4.64.5
Review count19303
Ease of use9.49.3
Ease of setup9.59.3
Quality of support8.79.1
Meets requirements9.29.2
NPS78.94736868.227425
Small Business33.3%38.0%
Mid-Market44.4%33.3%
Enterprise22.2%28.7%
Total page views214308
Total LLM citations275143

Rocky Linux

Rocky Linux is a free, open-source enterprise operating system designed to be fully compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). Developed by the Rocky Enterprise Software Foundation, it aims to provide a stable, production-ready platform for various computing environments, including desktops, servers, and supercomputers. The project was initiated in response to the discontinuation of CentOS, with the goal of continuing its mission to offer a community-supported, enterprise-grade operating system.

Pros

  • Stability
  • Reliability
  • Community Support
  • Long-Term Support
  • RHEL Compatibility

Amazon Linux 2

Amazon Linux 2 is a Linux operating system developed by Amazon Web Services (AWS) to provide a secure, stable, and high-performance environment for cloud and enterprise applications. It is designed to integrate seamlessly with AWS services, offering a robust platform for developers and IT administrators. Amazon Linux 2 is available at no additional charge and includes long-term support with ongoing security and maintenance updates.

Pros

  • Speed/Performance
  • Stability
  • Regular Updates
  • Lightweight Size
  • Cloud Computing
  • Privacy Focus