AlmaLinux OS
Reviews
Star rating
Rank in Operating System
Pros and cons
Pros
- RHEL Compatibility
- Regular Updates
- Compatibility
- Easy Setup
- Reliability
- Free/No Cost
Cons
- Skill Requirements
- Usage Difficulty
- Integration Issues
- Command Line
- Limited Software
- Software Compatibility
Traffic & LLM citations
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Key stats
Adoption by company size
| Segment | Share of reviews |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 37.5% |
| Mid-Market | 43.8% |
| Enterprise | 18.8% |
Quarterly history
| Quarter | Reviews | Star rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q1 | 1 | 4.5 |
| 2025 Q4 | 7 | 4.6 |
| 2026 Q1 | 3 | 4.3 |
Satisfaction ratings
What reviewers say
Stable, Enterprise-Ready OS with Quick Security Patches
“I use AlmaLinux OS for my Zabbix 8.0 server. I appreciate its RHEL compatibility, easy installation, and stability. The enterprise-level stability and 10-year LTS support really stand out for me, along with the quick vulnerability patching. I experience fewer unexpected outages f”
Best Linux Option—Runs Great in Daily Use
“It’s the best option for Linux. i use it every day Everything runs great, and I haven’t had any major problems in daily use. It’s my favorite OS.”
Eliminated Our RHEL Costs, Kept the Compatibility
“I love AlmaLinux OS's 1:1 binary compatibility with RHEL, which is my absolute favorite feature. It eliminates compatibility errors with the RHEL-optimized U.S. tech stack that powers our entire business. This means I can run essential tools like AWS EC2, Azure AKS, Stripe, PayPa”