Best IoT Operating Systems for Small Business

Bijou Barry
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Researched and written by Bijou Barry

Products classified in the overall IoT Operating Systems category are similar in many regards and help companies of all sizes solve their business problems. However, small business features, pricing, setup, and installation differ from businesses of other sizes, which is why we match buyers to the right Small Business IoT Operating Systems to fit their needs. Compare product ratings based on reviews from enterprise users or connect with one of G2's buying advisors to find the right solutions within the Small Business IoT Operating Systems category.

In addition to qualifying for inclusion in the IoT Operating Systems category, to qualify for inclusion in the Small Business IoT Operating Systems category, a product must have at least 10 reviews left by a reviewer from a small business.

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(2,315)4.5 out of 5
1st Easiest To Use in IoT Operating Systems software
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  • Product Description
    How are these determined?Information
    This description is provided by the seller.

    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 yo

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Senior Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 47% Small-Business
    • 33% Mid-Market
    User Sentiment
    How are these determined?Information
    These insights, currently in beta, are compiled from user reviews and grouped to display a high-level overview of the software.
    • Ubuntu is a Linux-based operating system used for various purposes including engineering, personal use, and IT-related tasks.
    • Reviewers like Ubuntu's user-friendly interface, strong community support, and its ability to run smoothly even on low-end hardware, making it a reliable option for both personal and professional use.
    • Reviewers mentioned issues with software compatibility, frequent updates causing disruptions, and a steep learning curve for those transitioning from other operating systems.
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  • Ubuntu Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    337
    Linux/Ubuntu OS
    299
    Open Source
    213
    User Interface
    190
    User-Friendly
    185
    Cons
    Compatibility Issues
    141
    Driver Issues
    104
    Limited Software
    104
    Usage Difficulty
    91
    Performance Issues
    80
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Ubuntu features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.3
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.1
    8.8
    Access Controls
    Average: 8.5
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    Year Founded
    2004
    HQ Location
    London
    Twitter
    @Canonical
    108,764 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    1,893 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

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 yo

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Senior Software Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 47% Small-Business
  • 33% Mid-Market
User Sentiment
How are these determined?Information
These insights, currently in beta, are compiled from user reviews and grouped to display a high-level overview of the software.
  • Ubuntu is a Linux-based operating system used for various purposes including engineering, personal use, and IT-related tasks.
  • Reviewers like Ubuntu's user-friendly interface, strong community support, and its ability to run smoothly even on low-end hardware, making it a reliable option for both personal and professional use.
  • Reviewers mentioned issues with software compatibility, frequent updates causing disruptions, and a steep learning curve for those transitioning from other operating systems.
Ubuntu Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
337
Linux/Ubuntu OS
299
Open Source
213
User Interface
190
User-Friendly
185
Cons
Compatibility Issues
141
Driver Issues
104
Limited Software
104
Usage Difficulty
91
Performance Issues
80
Ubuntu features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.3
Quality of Support
Average: 8.1
8.8
Access Controls
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Year Founded
2004
HQ Location
London
Twitter
@Canonical
108,764 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
1,893 employees on LinkedIn®
(952)4.6 out of 5
2nd Easiest To Use in IoT Operating Systems software
View top Consulting Services for Red Hat Enterprise Linux
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    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 appli

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • System Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 50% Enterprise
    • 28% Mid-Market
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  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Stability
    58
    Security
    57
    Reliability
    52
    Customer Support
    48
    Ease of Use
    43
    Cons
    High Cost
    33
    Expensive
    21
    Subscription Issues
    15
    Usage Difficulty
    15
    Outdated Software
    14
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  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.8
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.1
    7.7
    Access Controls
    Average: 8.5
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  • Seller Details
    Seller
    Red Hat
    Year Founded
    1993
    HQ Location
    Raleigh, NC
    Twitter
    @RedHat
    299,067 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    19,305 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

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 appli

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • System Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 50% Enterprise
  • 28% Mid-Market
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Stability
58
Security
57
Reliability
52
Customer Support
48
Ease of Use
43
Cons
High Cost
33
Expensive
21
Subscription Issues
15
Usage Difficulty
15
Outdated Software
14
Red Hat Enterprise Linux features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.8
Quality of Support
Average: 8.1
7.7
Access Controls
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Red Hat
Year Founded
1993
HQ Location
Raleigh, NC
Twitter
@RedHat
299,067 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
19,305 employees on LinkedIn®
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    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, a

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Research
    Market Segment
    • 76% Small-Business
    • 16% Mid-Market
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  • TinyOS features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    6.8
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.1
    6.9
    Access Controls
    Average: 8.5
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  • Seller Details
    Seller
    GitHub
    Year Founded
    2008
    HQ Location
    San Francisco, CA
    Twitter
    @github
    2,624,281 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    6,000 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

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, a

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Research
Market Segment
  • 76% Small-Business
  • 16% Mid-Market
TinyOS features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
6.8
Quality of Support
Average: 8.1
6.9
Access Controls
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
GitHub
Year Founded
2008
HQ Location
San Francisco, CA
Twitter
@github
2,624,281 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
6,000 employees on LinkedIn®