# Best IoT Operating Systems *By [Bijou Barry](https://research.g2.com/insights/author/bijou-barry)* IoT operating systems allow users to perform the basic functions of a computer within an internet-connected device. IoT operating systems are embedded within IoT devices and connect to a greater network of devices. These operating systems provide similar functionality to that of a computer by delivering processing capacity for memory and data storage purposes. These systems can run and process all software run on the device. IoT operating systems connect to [IoT device management software](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-device-management). To qualify for inclusion in the IoT Operating Systems category, a product must: - Provide the ability to embed the system within an internet-connected device - Manage the software run on the device - Process and store memory and data ## Category Overview **Total Products under this Category:** 26 ## Trust & Credibility Stats **Why You Can Trust G2's Software Rankings:** - 30 Analysts and Data Experts - 3,500+ Authentic Reviews - 26+ Products - Unbiased Rankings G2's software rankings are built on verified user reviews, rigorous moderation, and a consistent research methodology maintained by a team of analysts and data experts. Each product is measured using the same transparent criteria, with no paid placement or vendor influence. While reviews reflect real user experiences, which can be subjective, they offer valuable insight into how software performs in the hands of professionals. Together, these inputs power the G2 Score, a standardized way to compare tools within every category. ## Best IoT Operating Systems At A Glance - **Leader:** [Ubuntu](https://www.g2.com/products/ubuntu/reviews) - **Easiest to Use:** [Ubuntu](https://www.g2.com/products/ubuntu/reviews) - **Top Trending:** [Ubuntu](https://www.g2.com/products/ubuntu/reviews) - **Best Free Software:** [Ubuntu](https://www.g2.com/products/ubuntu/reviews) ## Top-Rated Products (Ranked by G2 Score) ### 1. [Ubuntu](https://www.g2.com/products/ubuntu/reviews) 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. Open source contributors work to ensure that the latest applications, tools and libraries have a home in the Ubuntu ecosystem. Our hardware partners, such as Dell, Lenovo, HP, IBM and NVIDIA, work with us to certify Ubuntu out-of-the-box on the latest boards, devices and chipsets, through a series of over 500 OS compatibility tests per device. When the time comes to scale up, Ubuntu provides integrations to make device governance manageable. Enforce strict identity management protocols with support for Microsoft Active Directory, Entra ID and Google Cloud platform, through Ubuntu’s AuthD broker. Ubuntu’s regular release cadence empowers you to plan ahead with confidence. Across your stack, Ubuntu LTS (long-term support) releases receive 5 years of patching and maintenance as standard. Additional enterprise-grade support is delivered through Ubuntu Pro - Canonical’s comprehensive subscription for open source security. Ubuntu Pro expands security patching and maintenance for up to 12 years and includes tooling for hardening and compliance, enabling you to stay ahead of CVEs, minimize downtime and meet your regulatory requirements. This includes support for frameworks such as FIPS, DISA STIG, NIST and the Cyber Resilience Act. **Average Rating:** 4.5/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 2,311 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 8.8/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Canonical Ltd.](https://www.g2.com/sellers/canonical-ltd) - **Year Founded:** 2004 - **HQ Location:** London - **Twitter:** @Canonical (110,125 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/234280/ (1,893 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Who Uses This:** Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer - **Top Industries:** Information Technology and Services, Computer Software - **Company Size:** 47% Small-Business, 33% Mid-Market #### Pros & Cons **Pros:** - Ease of Use (336 reviews) - Linux/Ubuntu OS (299 reviews) - Open Source (213 reviews) - User Interface (189 reviews) - User-Friendly (184 reviews) **Cons:** - Compatibility Issues (141 reviews) - Driver Issues (104 reviews) - Limited Software (103 reviews) - Usage Difficulty (91 reviews) - Performance Issues (80 reviews) ### 2. [Red Hat Enterprise Linux](https://www.g2.com/products/red-hat-enterprise-linux/reviews) Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a enterprise operating system designed to provide a secure, stable, and high-performance environment for modern IT infrastructures. It supports a wide range of applications across physical, virtual, and cloud environments, making it a versatile choice for businesses of all sizes. Key Features and Functionality: - Security: RHEL offers live kernel patching, security profiles, and adheres to security standards certifications, ensuring a robust defense against vulnerabilities. - Consistent Lifecycle: The operating system follows a predictable lifecycle with three phases: full support, maintenance support, and an extended life phase, providing long-term stability and planning capabilities. - Cloud Integration: RHEL is optimized for cloud environments and collaborates with major cloud providers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud, facilitating seamless workload migration and management. - Developer Access: Red Hat provides developers with free access to RHEL through the "Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Business Developers" platform, allowing up to 25 instances for development purposes. Primary Value and Solutions: RHEL addresses the need for a reliable and secure operating system that can handle diverse workloads across various environments. Its comprehensive security features mitigate risks, while the consistent lifecycle ensures long-term support and stability. The integration with leading cloud providers simplifies cloud adoption and management, and the provision of free developer access fosters innovation and accelerates application development. Overall, RHEL empowers organizations to build, deploy, and manage applications efficiently, aligning with business demands for production-readiness and operational excellence. **Average Rating:** 4.6/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 926 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 8.8/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 7.7/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Red Hat](https://www.g2.com/sellers/red-hat) - **Year Founded:** 1993 - **HQ Location:** Raleigh, NC - **Twitter:** @RedHat (300,026 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/3545/ (19,305 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Who Uses This:** Software Engineer, System Engineer - **Top Industries:** Information Technology and Services, Computer Software - **Company Size:** 50% Enterprise, 29% Mid-Market #### Pros & Cons **Pros:** - Stability (58 reviews) - Security (57 reviews) - Reliability (52 reviews) - Customer Support (48 reviews) - Ease of Use (43 reviews) **Cons:** - High Cost (33 reviews) - Expensive (21 reviews) - Subscription Issues (15 reviews) - Usage Difficulty (15 reviews) - Outdated Software (14 reviews) ### 3. [Windows for IoT](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-for-iot/reviews) Windows 10 IoT lets you use the power of Windows to create a solution quickly and securely. **Average Rating:** 4.3/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 19 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 8.7/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 10.0/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Microsoft](https://www.g2.com/sellers/microsoft) - **Year Founded:** 1975 - **HQ Location:** Redmond, Washington - **Twitter:** @microsoft (13,114,353 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft/ (227,697 employees on LinkedIn®) - **Ownership:** MSFT **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 42% Small-Business, 37% Mid-Market ### 4. [Amazon FreeRTOS](https://www.g2.com/products/amazon-freertos/reviews) Amazon FreeRTOS is an operating system for microcontrollers that makes small, low-power edge devices easy to program, deploy, secure, connect, and manage. **Average Rating:** 4.1/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 12 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 7.8/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Amazon Web Services (AWS)](https://www.g2.com/sellers/amazon-web-services-aws-3e93cc28-2e9b-4961-b258-c6ce0feec7dd) - **Year Founded:** 2006 - **HQ Location:** Seattle, WA - **Twitter:** @awscloud (2,225,864 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/amazon-web-services/ (156,424 employees on LinkedIn®) - **Ownership:** NASDAQ: AMZN **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 77% Small-Business, 15% Enterprise ### 5. [TinyOS](https://www.g2.com/products/tinyos/reviews) TinyOS is an open source, BSD-licensed operating system designed for low-power wireless devices, such as those used in sensor networks, ubiquitous computing, personal area networks, smart buildings, and smart meters. **Average Rating:** 4.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 24 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 6.8/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 6.9/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [GitHub](https://www.g2.com/sellers/github) - **Year Founded:** 2008 - **HQ Location:** San Francisco, CA - **Twitter:** @github (2,642,101 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/1418841/ (6,106 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Top Industries:** Research - **Company Size:** 76% Small-Business, 16% Mid-Market ### 6. [Nucleus RTOS](https://www.g2.com/products/nucleus-rtos/reviews) The Nucleus RTOS is deployed in over 3 billion devices and provides a highly scalable micro-kernel based real-time operating system designed for scalability and reliability. System reliability can be improved using lightweight memory partitioning support that can function with or without MMU/MPU assisted protection in systems spanning the range of aerospace, industrial, and medical applications. Developers can make full use of multi-core solutions across the spectrum of Microcontroller and Microprocessor SoCs using SMP and AMP configurations to integrate multiple operating systems. To meet the power requirements of todays advanced designs, engineers can ease development with integrated power management in Nucleus that includes support for DVFS, deep sleep modes, and power/clock gating. **Average Rating:** 4.2/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 19 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 8.2/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Siemens Digital Industries Software](https://www.g2.com/sellers/siemens-digital-industries-software) - **Year Founded:** 1980 - **HQ Location:** Plano, Texas - **Twitter:** @siemenssoftware (36,953 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/28423178/ (20,658 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 33% Mid-Market, 33% Small-Business ### 7. [Wind River VxWorks](https://www.g2.com/products/wind-river-vxworks/reviews) VxWorks®, the industry’s leading real-time operating system, delivers all the performance, determinism, reliability, safety, and security capabilities you need to meet the highest standards for running the embedded computing systems of the most important critical infrastructure. **Average Rating:** 4.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 10 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 6.2/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 7.9/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Wind River](https://www.g2.com/sellers/wind-river) - **Year Founded:** 1981 - **HQ Location:** United States - **Twitter:** @WindRiver (7,834 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/3982/ (2,438 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 40% Enterprise, 40% Mid-Market ### 8. [Tizen](https://www.g2.com/products/tizen/reviews) Tizen is an open-source, Linux-based operating system developed collaboratively by Samsung Electronics and the Linux Foundation. Designed to provide a consistent and reliable platform, Tizen powers a diverse range of devices, including smart TVs, monitors, digital signage, and smart home appliances. Its flexible architecture allows for seamless integration across various product categories, delivering a unified user experience. Tizen's emphasis on performance, security, and scalability makes it a robust foundation for Samsung's smart device ecosystem. Key Features and Functionality: - Cross-Device Compatibility: Tizen OS is deployed across multiple product lines, ensuring a consistent user interface and experience across different devices. - Advanced Graphics Performance: The operating system offers enhanced graphics capabilities, providing responsive and visually appealing interfaces for smart TVs and monitors. - HTML5 Support: Tizen emphasizes compatibility with HTML5, enabling developers to create rich web applications that run smoothly across Tizen-powered devices. - Open-Source Platform: Being open-source, Tizen allows for extensive customization and development, fostering innovation and adaptability to various industry requirements. Primary Value and User Solutions: Tizen addresses the need for a unified operating system that can seamlessly connect and operate across a wide array of smart devices. For device manufacturers, it offers a flexible and scalable platform that can be tailored to specific product needs, reducing development time and costs. For developers, Tizen provides a robust environment with comprehensive tools and support for building applications that can reach a broad audience across different device types. End-users benefit from a cohesive and intuitive experience, as Tizen ensures smooth interaction and interoperability between their smart devices, enhancing convenience and functionality in their daily lives. **Average Rating:** 3.8/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 56 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 7.0/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Tizen Association](https://www.g2.com/sellers/tizen-association) - **HQ Location:** N/A - **Twitter:** @TizenAssn (858 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/3568502/ (4 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Who Uses This:** Software Engineer - **Top Industries:** Computer Software, Information Technology and Services - **Company Size:** 43% Small-Business, 28% Enterprise #### Pros & Cons **Pros:** - Lightweight Size (2 reviews) - Speed/Performance (2 reviews) - Hardware Compatibility (1 reviews) - Open Source (1 reviews) - Security Features (1 reviews) **Cons:** - Limited Apps/Store (3 reviews) - App/Game Issues (1 reviews) - Compatibility Issues (1 reviews) - Installation Issues (1 reviews) - Lack of Support (1 reviews) ### 9. [balenaOS](https://www.g2.com/products/balenaos/reviews) A host OS tailored for containers, designed for reliability, proven in production. **Average Rating:** 5.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 2 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Access Controls:** 10.0/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [balena](https://www.g2.com/sellers/balena) - **Year Founded:** 2013 - **HQ Location:** London, GB - **Twitter:** @balena_io (5,998 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/5000762/ (72 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 50% Mid-Market, 50% Small-Business ### 10. [Contiki](https://www.g2.com/products/contiki/reviews) Contiki is an open source operating system for the Internet of Things. Contiki connects tiny low-cost, low-power microcontrollers to the Internet. Contiki is a powerful toolbox for building complex wireless systems. **Average Rating:** 4.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 2 **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Contiki](https://www.g2.com/sellers/contiki) - **Year Founded:** 2007 - **HQ Location:** N/A - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/No-Linkedin-Presence-Added-Intentionally-By-DataOps (1 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 50% Mid-Market, 50% Small-Business ### 11. [Nano-RK](https://www.g2.com/products/nano-rk/reviews) Nano-RK is a fully preemptive reservation-based real-time operating system (RTOS) from Carnegie Mellon University with multi-hop networking support for use in wireless sensor networks. Nano-RK currently runs on the FireFly Sensor Networking Platform as well as the MicaZ motes. It includes a light-weight embedded resource kernel (RK) with rich functionality and timing support using less than 2KB of RAM and 18KB of ROM. Nano-RK supports fixed-priority preemptive multitasking for ensuring that task deadlines are met, along with support for CPU, network, as well as, sensor and actuator reservations. Tasks can specify their resource demands and the operating system provides timely, guaranteed and controlled access to CPU cycles and network packets. Together these resources form virtual energy reservations that allows the OS to enforce system and task level energy budgets. **Average Rating:** 4.5/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 2 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 10.0/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 10.0/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Redmine](https://www.g2.com/sellers/redmine-fccd21cd-90ed-4e7e-8e3a-b23df79e6e99) - **Year Founded:** 2010 - **HQ Location:** N/A - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/No-Linkedin-Presence-Added-Intentionally-By-DataOps (1 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 100% Enterprise ### 12. [OrbiWAN-Professional](https://www.g2.com/products/orbiwan-professional/reviews) OrbiWAN™, OrbiWise' Carrier-grade LoRaWAN® Network Server (LNS), is broadly used by some of the largest public networks in the world and by many private networks alike. OrbiWAN™ supports all features of the LoRaWAN® standard and all commercial LoRaWAN® gateways. Its market success is built on the reliability and scalability of its platform. The OrbiWAN-Professional and OrbiWAN-Enterprise editions are now available in SaaS mode via AWS Marketplace. **Average Rating:** 5.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 2 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 10.0/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 10.0/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [OrbiWise SA](https://www.g2.com/sellers/orbiwise-sa) - **Year Founded:** 2014 - **HQ Location:** Plan-les-Ouates, CH - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/orbiwise/ (9 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 50% Enterprise, 50% Small-Business ### 13. [Android OS by emteria](https://www.g2.com/products/android-os-by-emteria/reviews) emteria is the solution for all your Android™ OS customization and maintenance needs. Designed as a foundation for building modern customer facing products, emteria provides product builders with tools for creating and updating their custom Android OS! Combine the advantages of Android with extended industrial settings and additional enterprise features provided by emteria. emteria's built-in settings and features include Kiosk mode, remote device access (MDM), extended configuration management, and more. To keep your custom Android ROM updated and secure, a reliable cloud infrastructure gives you full control to manage your updates. Build, deliver and install Over-the-Air firmware updates to all your Android products. emteria GmbH, headquartered in Aachen, Germany, supports global players like CGS Inc., Electrolux, and SOCAR and highly sophisticated niche providers like Cribmaster Inc, SIP Car Parks, or Pfeiffer Vacuum. We provide thousands of devices with a modern Android-based operating system to realize professional and industrial use cases. Create your own Android OS 💚 - one solution to build, customize & manage all Android products - OTA updates & extended LTS to keep your products running. **Average Rating:** 4.5/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 11 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 9.4/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [emteria](https://www.g2.com/sellers/emteria) - **Year Founded:** 2017 - **HQ Location:** Aachen, NRW - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/18162962 (9 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 46% Small-Business, 31% Enterprise #### Pros & Cons **Pros:** - Customization (1 reviews) - Customization/Personalization (1 reviews) - Ease of Use (1 reviews) - Reliability (1 reviews) - Stability (1 reviews) **Cons:** - Lack of Customization (1 reviews) - Limited Customization (1 reviews) - Poor Documentation (1 reviews) ### 14. [Apache Mynewt](https://www.g2.com/products/apache-mynewt/reviews) Apache Mynewt is a modular real-time operating system for connected Internet of things devices that must operate for long times under power, memory, and storage constraints. **Average Rating:** 4.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 1 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 5.0/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [The Apache Software Foundation](https://www.g2.com/sellers/the-apache-software-foundation) - **Year Founded:** 1999 - **HQ Location:** Wakefield, MA - **Twitter:** @TheASF (66,154 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/215982/ (2,408 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 100% Mid-Market ### 15. [FortiOS-Carrier](https://www.g2.com/products/fortios-carrier/reviews) FortiOS-Carrier is a specialized extension of Fortinet's FortiOS operating system, designed to meet the unique security requirements of mobile carriers. It provides comprehensive protection for carrier networks, ensuring secure and reliable delivery of mobile services. Key Features and Functionality: - GTP Inspection and Firewalling: Monitors and controls GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP traffic to prevent malicious activities and ensure network integrity. - Diameter and SCTP Security: Safeguards signaling protocols like Diameter and Stream Control Transmission Protocol (SCTP against attacks, maintaining the reliability of signaling networks. - Carrier-Grade NAT (CGNAT: Manages IPv4 address exhaustion by translating private IP addresses to public ones, facilitating seamless connectivity for a large number of subscribers. - High Availability and Scalability: Supports carrier-grade reliability with features like stateful failover and load balancing, ensuring uninterrupted service delivery. Primary Value and Problem Solved: FortiOS-Carrier addresses the critical need for robust security in mobile carrier networks, protecting against evolving threats targeting signaling protocols and data traffic. By integrating advanced security features tailored for carrier environments, it ensures the safe and efficient delivery of mobile services, enhances network performance, and maintains customer trust. **Average Rating:** 3.5/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 1 **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Fortinet](https://www.g2.com/sellers/fortinet) - **Year Founded:** 2000 - **HQ Location:** Sunnyvale, CA - **Twitter:** @Fortinet (151,495 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/6460/ (16,112 employees on LinkedIn®) - **Ownership:** NASDAQ: FTNT **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 50% Mid-Market, 50% Small-Business ### 16. [IDMS Linux Enterprise (PAYG, Silver SLA)](https://www.g2.com/products/idms-linux-enterprise-payg-silver-sla/reviews) Product Description: IDMS Linux Enterprise is a rolling-release Linux distribution designed for enterprise environments, offering continuous updates with the latest software versions and security patches. This ensures that systems remain current and secure without the need for major version upgrades. The distribution is built on stable and long-term support (LTS kernels, providing a reliable foundation for critical applications. The Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG Silver Service Level Agreement (SLA includes a 12-hour response time and up to one hour of support per month, catering to organizations that require timely assistance without the commitment of higher-tier SLAs. Key Features and Functionality: - Rolling Updates: Continuous delivery of the latest software versions and security fixes, eliminating the need for disruptive major upgrades. - Stable and LTS Kernels: Utilization of long-term support kernels ensures system stability and reliability for enterprise applications. - Enterprise-Grade Operating System: Designed to meet the demands of business-critical environments, providing a robust platform for various workloads. - PAYG Silver SLA: Offers a 12-hour response time and up to one hour of support per month, balancing cost and support needs for businesses. Primary Value and User Solutions: IDMS Linux Enterprise addresses the need for a secure, stable, and continuously updated operating system in enterprise settings. Its rolling-release model ensures that organizations have access to the latest features and security enhancements without the downtime associated with traditional upgrade cycles. The inclusion of stable and LTS kernels provides a dependable environment for mission-critical applications. The PAYG Silver SLA offers a cost-effective support solution with a 12-hour response time and monthly support, making it suitable for businesses seeking reliable assistance without the higher costs of premium support tiers. **Average Rating:** 4.5/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 1 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Linux Based Systems Design, Ltd](https://www.g2.com/sellers/linux-based-systems-design-ltd-0a06beee-607c-46f9-aa21-55388ccc6c6d) - **Year Founded:** 2001 - **HQ Location:** Haslemere, GB - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/allworldit/ (4 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 100% Small-Business ### 17. [Particle Device OS](https://www.g2.com/products/particle-device-os/reviews) Device OS features an easy-to-use programming framework to help you write applications that run on your devices. **Average Rating:** 4.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 1 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 6.7/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Particle](https://www.g2.com/sellers/particle) - **Year Founded:** 2012 - **HQ Location:** San Francisco, CA - **Twitter:** @particle (21,989 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/2922700/ (113 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 100% Small-Business ### 18. [RIOT OS](https://www.g2.com/products/riot-os/reviews) RIOT powers the Internet of Things like Linux powers the Internet. RIOT is a free, open source operating system developed by a grassroots community gathering companies, academia, and hobbyists, distributed all around the world. **Average Rating:** 5.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 1 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) - **Access Controls:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.5/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [RIOT](https://www.g2.com/sellers/riot) - **Year Founded:** 2006 - **HQ Location:** São Paulo, BR - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/372760 (125 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Company Size:** 100% Small-Business ### 19. [ARX Mithra OS](https://www.g2.com/products/arx-mithra-os/reviews) ARX Mithra OS is an advanced software platform designed to digitally transform and modernize existing vehicle fleets, enabling them to evolve into intelligent, interconnected units. By integrating artificial intelligence (AI), sensor systems, and software-defined autonomy, Mithra OS extends the lifecycle and capabilities of legacy vehicles, equipping them to meet contemporary challenges in both defense and commercial environments. This solution empowers users to operate more safely, effectively, and flexibly, enhancing operational readiness and situational intelligence. **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [ARX](https://www.g2.com/sellers/arx-e100b133-05eb-4deb-b5c1-8e9fb3805f18) - **Year Founded:** 2022 - **HQ Location:** München, DE - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/arx-robotics (87 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 20. [CIS Oracle Linux 7 Benchmark - Level 1](https://www.g2.com/products/cis-oracle-linux-7-benchmark-level-1/reviews) The CIS Oracle Linux 7 Benchmark - Level 1 is a comprehensive set of security configuration guidelines developed through a community consensus process. It provides practical and prudent recommendations to enhance the security posture of Oracle Linux 7 systems without significantly impacting their functionality. This benchmark is intended for system and application administrators, security specialists, auditors, and other IT professionals involved in deploying, managing, or securing Oracle Linux 7 environments. Key Features and Functionality: - Secure Configuration Guidelines: Offers detailed instructions on configuring various system components, including file permissions, user authentication, and network settings, to align with security best practices. - Level 1 Profile: Focuses on configurations that provide a clear security benefit while maintaining system usability. Recommendations in this profile are designed to be practical and not inhibit the utility of the technology beyond acceptable means. - Comprehensive Coverage: Addresses multiple aspects of system security, such as file system configurations, access controls, and system services, ensuring a holistic approach to securing Oracle Linux 7 systems. Primary Value and Problem Solved: The CIS Oracle Linux 7 Benchmark - Level 1 serves as a valuable resource for organizations aiming to strengthen their Oracle Linux 7 systems against cyber threats. By following its recommendations, users can establish a secure baseline configuration, reducing vulnerabilities and enhancing overall system security. This benchmark helps organizations meet compliance requirements and implement industry-recognized security standards, thereby mitigating risks associated with misconfigurations and potential security breaches. **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Center for Internet Security](https://www.g2.com/sellers/center-for-internet-security) - **Year Founded:** 2000 - **HQ Location:** East Greenbush, New York - **Twitter:** @CISecurity (43,344 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/122681/ (509 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 21. [Micrium uC/OS](https://www.g2.com/products/micrium-uc-os/reviews) µC/OS-II and µC/OS-III are preemptive, highly portable, and scalable real-time kernels. Designed for ease of use on a huge number of CPU architectures, these kernels are a key component of the µC/OS real-time operating system. **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Silicon Labs](https://www.g2.com/sellers/silicon-labs) - **Year Founded:** 1996 - **HQ Location:** Austin, US - **Twitter:** @siliconlabs (29,071 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/165971 (2,469 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 22. [Muxu](https://www.g2.com/products/muxu/reviews) Snackable qualifying experiences that boost conversion rates. By @Vidext **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Muxu](https://www.g2.com/sellers/muxu) - **HQ Location:** N/A - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/muxu/ (1 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 23. [Padi.io](https://www.g2.com/products/padi-io/reviews) ONline platform to manage and consume Apps related to Industrial IoT systems. **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Padi](https://www.g2.com/sellers/padi) - **HQ Location:** N/A - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/No-Linkedin-Presence-Added-Intentionally-By-DataOps (1 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 24. [Rayven](https://www.g2.com/products/rayven/reviews) Rayven designs and delivers the operational systems industrial and asset-intensive businesses rely on day-to-day. We take messy, siloed operational data from systems, OT, IoT, files, and spreadsheets and turn it into automation and made-to-fit operational applications - all running in one place. Rayven connects what you already have without rip-and-replace, so teams always work with current, usable information across sites, assets, and processes. On top of this foundation, we deliver real-time visibility, automated workflows, and complete operational solutions that actually work in industrial environments. Everything is delivered end-to-end, including the underlying technology. We work directly with customers and via partners through white-label and co-branded solutions. Based in ANZ, working globally. **Average Rating:** 4.9/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 29 **User Satisfaction Scores:** - **Quality of Support:** 9.9/10 (Category avg: 8.2/10) **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Rayven](https://www.g2.com/sellers/rayven) - **Year Founded:** 2016 - **HQ Location:** Sydney, AU - **Twitter:** @RayvenIOT (56 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/rayveniot/ (29 employees on LinkedIn®) **Reviewer Demographics:** - **Top Industries:** Retail - **Company Size:** 67% Mid-Market, 50% Small-Business #### Pros & Cons **Pros:** - Ease of Use (59 reviews) - Features (48 reviews) - Automation (43 reviews) - Customization (41 reviews) - Intuitive (36 reviews) **Cons:** - Learning Curve (31 reviews) - Difficult Learning (29 reviews) - Learning Difficulty (24 reviews) - Complex Setup (21 reviews) - Setup Complexity (19 reviews) ### 25. [Tuxera FlashFX Tera](https://www.g2.com/products/tuxera-flashfx-tera/reviews) Simplify flash memory management Unmanaged flash (raw NOR or NAND) doesn’t come with an integrated flash controller and is popularly used in cost-critical applications. Flash management gets dropped on the user, and here’s where Tuxera steps in. Overcome flash memory’s toughest challenges like limited endurance, data retention issues, and fragmentation, to build mission and safety-critical systems. Our software flash controller integrates with any embedded system, RTOS, and flash memory to ensure complete data consistency and minimal flash wear. FlashFX Tera works seamlessly with our file systems to keep your embedded designs running reliably for the long haul. Software flash controller that tackles flash memory challenges for rock-solid performance and reliability. **Seller Details:** - **Seller:** [Tuxera](https://www.g2.com/sellers/tuxera) - **Year Founded:** 2008 - **HQ Location:** Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/tuxera/ (98 employees on LinkedIn®) ## Parent Category [IoT Management Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-management) --- ## Buyer Guide ### What You Should Know About IoT Operating Systems ### What are IoT Operating Systems? When an internet of things (IoT) sensor or microcontroller is embedded into a physical object, that piece of hardware is effectively converted into an internet-ready computer, capable of connecting to a local network and running code-based applications. Just as smartphones and tablets have been normalized as "computers" in their own right, so are these embedded devices, from home appliances (e.g., smart fridges and thermostats) to enterprise assets (e.g., smart factory equipment). IoT operating systems allow developers and business teams to engage with these embedded objects, program their functionalities, and track the data they produce as part of IoT applications, with processing capabilities at the scale necessary for continuous, stable performance. Just as standard [operating systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/operating-system) like Linux, iOS, and Windows help users perform functions and manage software on a computer, IoT operating systems allow users to perform computer functions within connected devices. IoT operating systems may be referred to in a number of ways, including IoT OS, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and embedded operating systems (embedded OS). Many of the platforms in this category are offered as open source, allowing any user to review the code and modify it as needed for the IoT projects. To realize the full benefits of smart technology, embedded systems require an IoT OS for processing applications, storing data, and staying protected against unwanted access. Due to the nature of the IoT space, vendors constantly update their products to be in line with the latest capabilities, security threats, and hardware integrations. Developers can manage these software and driver updates along with other critical information on a device’s RTOS, manually executing software or reconfiguring device settings whenever necessary. Users can also leverage these platforms to schedule specific workflows on individual devices, such as automated processes or the powering down of certain features as needed to save battery power. Key Benefits of IoT Operating Systems - Connect sensor-embedded devices to cloud services, edge devices, or in-use IoT applications - Manage software and data on individual IoT devices - Modify programming of each asset for optimal use in an IoT architecture - Ensure consistent connections and rapid process execution with minimal delay or downtime - Conserve power and resource utilization across IoT hardware ### Why Use IoT Operating Systems? Increasingly, businesses across the spectrum of industries are making IoT strategies a priority. Connected devices and objects can optimize operations as well as the customer experience in ways not previously possible. With that being said, these initiatives are no small undertaking, and may require a substantial investment of resources to embed physical assets with the necessary hardware, design applications on [IoT platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-platforms) or development tools, and oversee device processes once a project is deployed. IoT operating systems are an essential step in this journey, giving developers access and control over individual devices and helping to execute the intended applications for each asset or system of devices. If your business is considering an IoT project to connect distributed objects, enable new capabilities, and uncover actionable data across the operation, an IoT OS is a critical tool for completing this digital transformation. A core capability of an IoT OS is the rapid execution of a task in response to triggers or specific data that is generated by the embedded sensor or shared from another device on the network. These software platforms are often referred to as real-time operating systems or RTOS because of this reliable, real-time processing with minimal buffer delays. These platforms are built for low resource utilization, with constraints related to size, memory, power, and processing capacity. By investing in the right IoT OS, you can set up your IoT devices for success in whatever scenario you deploy them. Because of the open-source nature of many of these tools, your team can tweak these systems per the demands of your particular IoT framework and assets. The active development community surrounding IoT also empowers users to find custom code that is created by others to help with a wide variety of use cases, as well as sharing of your own custom code across the community. IoT operating systems help users bridge the gap between embedding physical objects with intelligent sensors and bringing them to life in fully realized sensor networks. ### Who Uses IoT Operating Systems? The IoT products in this category are configured and managed with source code, and are compatible with different programming languages (for example, C and C++), depending on the solution. As such, experienced developers are the ideal users for these products. A number of IoT OS solutions are open source, allowing developers to view the complete source code and modify it as necessary for its applications within their business, whether for implementing security measures or developing unique data and process flows. Users may be able to find, utilize, and share custom code on vendor-supported community forums. Wherever an IoT project is deployed, it serves to benefit employees and clients across the operation, while delivering actionable insights that can impact overall business strategy and processes. With that being said, a company’s developers—whether in dedicated IoT roles or general development teams—will be most directly engaging with the IoT OS products that are deployed across connected fleets of devices. ### IoT Operating Systems Features Closed-source or open-source RTOS are made available with various features and specifications that are important for businesses to consider. These may include connectivity, processing, memory, and security features, as well as limitations. The following are some primary features to consider during research. **Integrated development environment (IDE) —** IoT operating systems may provide an integrated development environment or IDE on which developers can modify source code and build custom code for deploying their OS as needed across connected devices. These interfaces may be available online or as downloadable software tools. Depending on the solution, it will offer support for one or more modern programming languages (C++, Rust, Python, etc.). In some cases, these solutions will allow users to export projects into other IDEs for continued development. **Device and component support —** For an IoT OS to work in a programmer’s intended environment, it must offer compatibility with the various hardware assets in the development stack as well as the connected device architecture. These can include development boards, sensors, and microcontrollers, as well as the various embedded architectures that may be at use in electronic products. The solutions in this category typically offer hardware support for a range of common assets being used in IoT projects; however, specific capabilities vary from platform to platform. **Developer community —** A number of the IoT OS vendors featured in this category provide access to an online community where users can exchange custom source code and discuss any experience, issues, or advice related to these applications. Vendors themselves may contribute to the discussions in these developer communities, with insights into user feedback, assistance with troubleshooting, or announcements about new product features or versions. These communities are especially common for those solutions that are free and open source. In situations where an online community is not available, these vendors may offer regularly updated user guides and product documentation to provide assistance with using their IoT OS solutions. ### Software and Services Related to IoT Operating Systems When planning an IoT project, it is important to consider the various solutions that can play a role in a successful launch and the continuous tasks related to IoT management. The following solutions can help with the primary challenges of an IoT initiative, and go hand in hand with IoT operating system technology in unlocking the potential of smart technology. [**IoT development tools**](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-development-tools) **—** IoT development tools enable the programming of custom IoT applications or application features for use across wireless sensor networks and devices. These solutions are utilized by development specialists to transform distributed assets into a fully operational fleet that gathers data and performs actions in harmony with each other, based on the specific needs of the business managing the project. Solutions in the [IoT platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-platforms) category allow for the creation of basic systems and applications through low-code or no-code interfaces, so that users of any background can deploy a fleet of IoT devices for their business or customers. IoT development tools, on the other hand, are designed for use by software programmers and are compatible with various coding languages. These products enable a greater range of IoT capabilities, and are the necessary solutions for designing complex applications or features. Developers can utilize these tools alongside IoT operating systems to build the best possible IoT solution for their business without limitations. [**IoT device management Software**](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-device-management) **—** Once a fleet of smart devices is off and running, IoT device management software provides a real-time registry of devices for convenient tracking and analysis. These solutions can display basic identifying information about each and every device on the network, along with its operational status and basic data related to its performance and usage. In some cases, businesses can use these solutions to keep tabs on device software and deploy over-the-air (OTA) patches or updates. IoT device managers may also provide alerts about device issues, such as downtime or dangerous conditions, so that system managers can proactively address these issues before they cause significant problems. Depending on the size and scope of your IoT initiative, it may entail hundreds or even thousands of distributed assets. These solutions offer a bird’s-eye-view of these assets wherever they are located, so teams can quickly locate devices and ensure they are in good health and performing as intended. [**IoT security software**](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-security) **—** The importance of thorough security measures cannot be overstated when it comes to connected assets, whether the project is for use in industrial IoT, smart retail, or anywhere in between. Adding internet connectivity to physical assets opens them to the vulnerabilities of other connected endpoints, such as unwanted access, data theft, and malware. IoT security software is designed to reinforce these objects and their wireless sensors against potential threats, with features such as vulnerability assessments, data encryption, and incident response. Because of the advanced technology at use in these devices and the unique challenges involved, the IoT security market is evolving quickly to meet these demands. A number of broader IoT solutions include some components of IoT security; in other cases, proper security measures for a company's IoT devices and networks may require a standalone solution. To help address the many security issues in IoT technology, there are a fast-growing number of services providers that offer assistance with protecting IoT devices and responding to issues as they arise. If a business desires to outsource these efforts, it can enlist the help of one of these [IoT secuity services providers](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-security-services). Even if a team decides to implement an in-house security software tool, working with these specialists can help ensure comprehensive protection and remediation if necessary. Additionally, when preparing to launch connected devices, an [IoT testing services provider](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-testing-services) can perform audits of devices, gateways, and applications to ensure they will function as intended in various conditions and are adequately protected from cyberthreats. [**Internet of things (IoT) developers**](https://www.g2.com/categories/internet-of-things-iot-developers) **—** There are countless scenarios where an in-house team does not have the expertise or resources required for designing and deploying a connected systems architecture or the applications that power it. That should not stop these businesses from joining the fray of smart technology users, and discovering the benefits of an IoT service for its workforce, partners, and customers. IoT developers offer any range of services related to the design of these applications and creation of smart devices for use in the business context, working with a company's decision-makers and development teams to deliver tailored solutions. [IoT implemenation services](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-implementation-services) can also benefit companies that are proactively seeking assistance with configuring, deploying, and troubleshooting their projects. These services providers may also assist with embedding physical assets with the necessary hardware so they may join an IoT network and any IoT applications being used across the operation. [**Managed IoT services**](https://www.g2.com/categories/managed-iot-services) **—** Managed IoT services take project outsourcing a step further, by handling some combination of the tasks involved with an ongoing IoT project. These capabilities may include fleet monitoring, data collection and analysis, and deploying device software updates when necessary. In some cases, these providers may also assist with IoT device security services. An IoT project is far from over when a fleet is deployed and performing the functions of an IoT application, and will require a continuous effort to draw insights from the devices and optimize their performance within an intelligent framework. A managed IoT services provider can offload these responsibilities from an in-house team and deliver results as needed, providing peace of mind and allowing teams to focus on other tasks.