G2 Vendor Directory

Amazon Linux 2 vs. Ubuntu

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

MetricAmazon Linux 2

by terracloudx

Ubuntu

by Canonical Ltd.

Overall rating4.54.5
Review count3032,412
Ease of use9.38.9
Ease of setup9.39.1
Quality of support9.18.6
Meets requirements9.29.2
NPS68.22742571.034775
Small Business38.0%47.6%
Mid-Market33.3%32.7%
Enterprise28.7%19.7%
Total page views3083,590
Total LLM citations1433,733

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

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