Rocky Linux vs. Ubuntu
A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.
| Metric | Rocky Linux | Ubuntu |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Review count | 19 | 2,412 |
| Ease of use | 9.4 | 8.9 |
| Ease of setup | 9.5 | 9.1 |
| Quality of support | 8.7 | 8.6 |
| Meets requirements | 9.2 | 9.2 |
| NPS | 78.947368 | 71.034775 |
| Small Business | 33.3% | 47.6% |
| Mid-Market | 44.4% | 32.7% |
| Enterprise | 22.2% | 19.7% |
| Total page views | 214 | 3,590 |
| Total LLM citations | 275 | 3,733 |
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.
- Stability
- Reliability
- Community Support
- Long-Term Support
- RHEL Compatibility
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