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Flatcar Container Linux vs Ubuntu Linux comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jul 16, 2025

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Categories and Ranking

Flatcar Container Linux
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
21st
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Ubuntu Linux
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.6
Number of Reviews
150
Ranking in other categories
OpenStack (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2025, in the Operating Systems (OS) for Business category, the mindshare of Flatcar Container Linux is 0.7%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubuntu Linux is 11.9%, down from 19.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Operating Systems (OS) for Business Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Ubuntu Linux11.9%
Flatcar Container Linux0.7%
Other87.4%
Operating Systems (OS) for Business
 

Featured Reviews

YD
The solution is stable and allows us to make needed changes
The development teams could sharpen their skills.  They should offer applications on the net I have eight years of experience with Flatcar Container Linux. The version of Flatcar Container Linux that I am using is stable. The scalability of this product is fine. It allows us to make the needed…
PrashantSharma - PeerSpot reviewer
Performs efficiently but requires overcoming a learning curve
There are many differences between Ubuntu Linux and Windows as they are totally different systems. You need to have more knowledge about Linux before using Ubuntu Linux. Although it is designed as a desktop system, basic knowledge is still required. Windows can be used by any layman, which is the main difference. I do not know much about security breaches or potential issues. The Wi-Fi and wireless capabilities work perfectly fine. Excluding the learning curve, I would rate it a 10. However, considering the learning curve, I would give it a six or seven. My advice would be to have patience. Overall rating: 10 out of 10.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"Flatcar's support is good. The version I am using is stable and allows us to make needed changes."
"The setup is fairly easy."
"The integration with other applications, like Chrome or Firefox, works excellent for users navigating and test browsing."
"The solution is scalable, it is open-source, and can be developed. You are able to install it on many different systems."
"The solution is more secure than competitors such as Microsoft Windows."
"What makes Ubuntu easy to use is the large set of applications and the interface. The graphical interface is user friendly."
"The integration with other solutions like Apache is valuable."
"I think Ubuntu's main strength, as opposed to using the other Linuxes, has been its ability to encourage user feedback."
"The feature that I most like in Ubuntu is that it is really easy to use. Ubuntu is very easy to use and comes with many available packages. I think that Ubuntu is a good solution for the small business or a small lab."
 

Cons

"The development teams could sharpen their skills. They should offer applications on the net."
"It could be easier for beginners and the user interface could be more user-friendly."
"They can keep improving the solution's ability to be adopted by users by adding features, such as better tutorials and integration into the system."
"The product could be compatible with Microsoft."
"More drivers for hardware such as different network adapters should be developed."
"Could be better support for graphic drivers and support from the hardware lenders."
"The documentation is very poor."
"The interface could be more user-friendly."
"Limited application support compared with Windows and MacOS."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"We don't pay a licensing fee for the solution."
"There is no licensing cost for the product."
"It is free."
"The solution is free."
"Ubuntu Linux is free."
"It is 100% free."
"The solution is open-sourced."
"It is open-source. We don't have to pay for its license."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
24%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
13%
University
10%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Educational Organization
8%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business83
Midsize Enterprise20
Large Enterprise53
 

Questions from the Community

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Which would you choose - Ubuntu Linux or Oracle Linux?
Ubunto Linux is a complete Linux operating system that is freely available with both community and professional support. This solution is suitable for both desktop and server use. It has a very app...
What do you like most about Ubuntu Linux?
It has a good support system for loading databases.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Ubuntu Linux?
My experience with the pricing for Ubuntu Linux is that I always use the free version, so I never paid for any installations or support.
 

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