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    Oracle Linux

    Score9.1 out of 10
    N/AOracle Linux, which is application binary compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, is free to download, use, and share. There is no license cost, no need for a contract, and no usage audits. 24/7 enterprise-grade support is available for business critical environments. A single support offering includes virtualization, management, HA, and cloud native computing tools such as Kubernetes and Kata Containers, along with the Linux operating system. The vendor states that as the only Linux…

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    Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

    Score9.3 out of 10
    N/ARed Hat Enterprise Linux is a Linux distribution mainly used in commercial data centers.N/A
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    Oracle LinuxRed Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
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    Oracle LinuxRed Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    Free Trial
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    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Community Pulse
    Oracle LinuxRed Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    Considered Both Products
    Oracle
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Performance frequently updates patches and security.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Both of the alternatives provided a strong competition but Oracle Linux emerged as the absolute winner as the feature to update the kernel without downtime is a game-changer and the level of support provided is at par the market standards. Also, stability was a key decisive …
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Oracle Linux is better suited for Oracle eccentric environments, while RHEL is better for open source projects.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    The best thing about Oracle is that it is free. Support is also at a reasonable cost. It works well for all Oracle products. Our company product is based on Oracle database. It provides an edge there. It works well in a cloud environment that is compatible with other standard …
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Stability is a plus vs Suse. Debian and RH are pretty much the same.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    As DBA I manage Oracle databases, Oracle Linux is the easiest to manage to compare other vendors. Support from the same OS and DB vendor saves a lot of time.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Easy to install and maintain the database and also the high availability, as DBA we prefer to use Oracle Linux because its performance together with the DB, with RHEL we could face many issues installing and maintaining the database things that definitely doesn't happen with …
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Oracle Linux is very similar to RHEL, we selected Oracle Linux because Oracle provided us with a great support plan.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    the company selects Oracle Linux because of the stability, flexibility, and ease of use of the product.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    We opted for Oracle Linux due to the support from Single Vendor for Virtualization Platform, Operating System, Databases, and Applications. The cost of support offered by Oracle Corporation was lower compared to the support cost of another vendor. Better access to the Oracle …
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Oracle Linux stacks up from Linux as it provides good solutions with better performance and reliability. It also works and supports large systems.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Oracle is a good competitor for RHEL, SUSE, and other Linux OS. I personally feel that Oracle Linux has a great chance to stand at the pinnacle of Linux OS.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    - Best integration with Oracle Stack and saves license cost.
    - Single vendor.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    To run the Oracle database server smoothly and to get better support from the community. The OS comes with an already pre-configured database system which is easier and more efficient for the user and IT members who are familiar with the Oracle Products. Support cost is much …
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    All the other three have a large user base already by now and Oracle Linux is still unheard of with many Linux communities. Even though it has most of the features like others, it still is not as widespread as others. It may be Oracle Linux needs to push this into the market …
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Distribution designed and optimized for Oracle Database software - or been you won't spend a lot of time in order to bring them up. Ease to do troubleshooting 'cause we're working with the same vendor and we have sure there will no ping-pong issues which often happens between …
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Though all of these distributives are RPM-based, only CentOS and Oracle Linux have opportunities to use them free of charge on a daily basis. In a difference of CentOS, Oracle Linux have better update support of DBS as well as the RHEL repos and the applications of the Oracle …
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Oracle Linux is the OS that our monitoring platform lives on. The stability that it provides makes it a great choice for any production environment. The ability to provide a scalable, secure, supported environment has been welcomed by many.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Oracle Linux and Red Hat Linux are very similar, and the both are great choices. Anyway, the out of the box enhancements that come with Oracle Linux is an aspect to consider if you are using Oracle products.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    RHEL is the closest contender and it does better in some of the areas (bug fixes, support for VMware) compared to Oracle Linux. Oracle Linux is much better than SUSE and Ubuntu.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    We have benefited with the stability of Oracle Linux and cost compared to that of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Windows Server, CentOS, and Ubuntu Linux. As far as combinations of cost, stability, security, support, Oracle Linux is the best overall choice.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Oracle Linux has greater integration with Oracle applications, specifically with the VM and database manager.
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    Oracle Linux still fairly similar in some aspects to Red Hat Linux, which it was based originally. However, it has a number of enhancements that work well with Oracle software products. It also is a bit easier to install, especially for users with limited technical knowledge or …
    Incentivized
    Chose Oracle Linux
    I did not select oracle linux, it selected me :)
    As long as its Linux, any of these distributions will work, it just depends where your job will land you.
    Incentivized
    Red Hat
    Chose Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    RHEL is much more flexible in configuration than any Unix system like IBM AIX or Oracle Solaris. At the same time has the excellent release of updates and support that Oracle Linux or CentOS Linux doesn't have. RHEL has also companion tools in the Red Hat products which help …
    Incentivized
    Chose Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    Far better vendor experience and support compared to Oracle. Better security and update cadence compared to CentOS. Better docs with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and the ability to bring data together though Red Hat Insights is a powerful tool. This helps feed into other …
    Incentivized
    Chose Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    It is a very similar OS, but it cannot be handled the same way as Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). We need to check more according to the OS support, and sometimes there can be mistakes in troubleshooting similar to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), but it will not work as …
    Incentivized
    Chose Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    RedHat support is the driving factor as to why we chose them.
    Incentivized
    Chose Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    Each of the different flavors of Linux have their positives and negatives but ultimately for the projects that I chose Red Hat Enterprise Linux was due for the need of online and phone support just in case something came up and we could not solve it on our own. This happens …
    Incentivized
    Chose Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    We feel comfortable with any linux distribution. Sometimes the decision about using one or other linux distribution is related to the cost of subscriptions, level of criticity of the system, and support requirements. We always chose Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Linux for …
    Incentivized
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    Happy with the feature set
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    TrustRadius Insights
    Oracle LinuxRed Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    Highlights

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    Oracle Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) are both distributions of the Linux open-source operating system. Oracle Linux is a free distribution used mainly by small to mid level outfits with existing Oracle databases, while RHEL is favored by enterprise-level businesses that prioritize stability and uptime. 

    Features

    Though Oracle Linux and RHEL have similar uses, there are standout features of each. 

    Oracle Linux comes pre-configured for Oracle database systems, so businesses who already use Oracle products will be happy with how well Oracle Linux integrates with their existing system. Users cite support as Oracle Linux’s biggest strength, as support is readily available and can help even with complicated issues. For those using multiple Oracle products, different support departments from each product can work together to solve difficult problems quickly. Security and bug fixes are another strength of the distribution, and installation is relatively simple. Oracle Linux is also compatible with many types of hardware.

    Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a lighting-fast Linux distribution used mostly at the enterprise level. Users report replacing their entire Windows systems with RHEL and cutting their tech support requirements considerably, due to RHEL’s near-complete stability and unprecedented uptime. For those running servers that absolutely must stay up and running at all costs, RHEL is second to none. Security is top-notch as well, and security patches are released regularly. 

    Limitations

    Each of these products has its own set of limitations that may be considered when choosing between them.

    Though Oracle Linux is stable and well supported, users report that the graphical interface for desktop users is lacking and could be improved. While it works well in an Oracle database environment, it can be difficult to configure and use alongside competing brands of software. Bug fixes and feature upgrades can take a long time to arrive, and Oracle Linux for cloud environments needs work 

    In prioritizing its rock-hard stability, RHEL has acquired a reputation for sacrificing innovation. New features and upgrades that would keep it competitive with other Linux distributions are not a priority for RHEL, and it shows. It’s designed mostly for high-level systems, so it’s not very user friendly for the layperson or newbie. The cost of RHEL can add up over the years, especially at the higher pricing tiers with more robust support. And if you want to switch between RHEL products or pricing tiers, upgrade/downgrade policies can be overly complex. 

    Pricing

    Oracle Linux is free to download, use and share. Support can be purchased at various tiers: $1200 per year for basic support, and $2300 for premier support. Contact Oracle for lifetime support pricing. 

    RHEL offers yearly pricing for the different versions of its operating systems. Prices range from $99 per year for a barebones, no-support dev environment to $10,000 per year for a fully-featured version with four-hour support response times. 

    User Ratings
    Oracle LinuxRed Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.9
    (90 ratings)
    9.3
    (109 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    8.0
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    9.0
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    Support Rating
    8.2
    (81 ratings)
    8.5
    (7 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
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    9.0
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