Compare CentOS and Raspbian

At a Glance
CentOS
CentOS
Star Rating
(416)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Raspbian
Raspbian
Star Rating
(81)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Raspbian
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that CentOS is recognized for its rock-solid stability, making it a reliable choice for users who prioritize a dependable operating system. Users appreciate its robust package manager and dependency handling, which facilitate the integration of multiple components seamlessly.
  • Users say Raspbian excels in educational settings, particularly for teaching programming and computing concepts. Its lightweight nature and compatibility with older Raspberry Pi models make it an excellent option for beginners and hobbyists looking to explore coding and IoT projects.
  • Reviewers mention that CentOS offers a high degree of customizability, appealing to users who want to tailor their Linux experience. This flexibility is often highlighted as a significant advantage for those looking to dive deeper into the Linux ecosystem.
  • According to verified reviews, Raspbian is praised for its user-friendly interface and optimized support for Raspberry Pi hardware. Users find it easy to navigate and appreciate the extensive resources available for building projects and games, enhancing their overall experience.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while CentOS has a solid support system, Raspbian tends to receive higher marks for quality of support. Users have noted that Raspbian's community and resources are particularly helpful for troubleshooting and learning.
  • Users report that CentOS has a slightly lower overall satisfaction score compared to Raspbian, which reflects in its ease of use and setup ratings. Raspbian's straightforward installation process and intuitive design make it a more accessible choice for newcomers to Linux.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
CentOS
No pricing available
Raspbian
No pricing available
Free Trial
CentOS
No trial information available
Raspbian
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
335
9.4
60
Ease of Use
8.5
336
9.1
62
Ease of Setup
8.5
213
9.1
32
Ease of Admin
8.5
203
9.2
26
Quality of Support
8.1
280
8.6
47
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
160
8.8
20
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
316
9.8
59
Features by Category
8.6
19
9.1
8
Memory Management - Operating System
8.9
15
9.5
7
Device Management - Operating System
8.5
14
9.4
8
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
8.2
12
8.3
7
Error Detection - Operating System
8.7
15
9.0
7
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Not enough data
Agentic AI - AWS Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
CentOS
CentOS
Raspbian
Raspbian
CentOS and Raspbian are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
CentOS
CentOS is categorized as AWS Marketplace
Raspbian
Raspbian has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
CentOS
CentOS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
31.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
38.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
29.9%
Raspbian
Raspbian
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
60.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
22.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
17.3%
Reviewers' Industry
CentOS
CentOS
Information Technology and Services
30.7%
Computer Software
15.7%
Computer & Network Security
5.8%
Telecommunications
4.1%
Internet
3.6%
Other
40.1%
Raspbian
Raspbian
Information Technology and Services
14.8%
Higher Education
13.6%
Computer Software
11.1%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
4.9%
Computer & Network Security
4.9%
Other
50.6%
Alternatives
CentOS
CentOS Alternatives
Ubuntu
Ubuntu
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
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Windows 7
Windows 7
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macOS Sierra
macOS Sierra
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Raspbian
Raspbian Alternatives
Ubuntu
Ubuntu
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Debian
Debian
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Linux Mint
Linux Mint
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Lubuntu
Lubuntu
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Discussions
CentOS
CentOS Discussions
how to improve the customization of repositories?
1 Comment
AM
use a command like this: tcpdump -c 12 -i enp0s3 | grep "string search" You capture the traffic according to the filter set example: http, wget...Read more
How can I acheive client isolation ?
1 Comment
Robert R.
RR
When I was learning about client isolation I found this web article very helpful. I hope it will help you. ...Read more
Bolehkah ini digunakan untuk acara pembelajaran?
1 Comment
David W.
DW
Yes. You can run Moodle, or other learning management system (LMS) products on CentOS Linux, or event management software. There is a rich set of open source...Read more
Raspbian
Raspbian Discussions
What software comes with Raspbian?
1 Comment
Kyle K.
KK
No software comes installed, you can download an os straight from raspberry pi and load to micro sdRead more
What are the features of a Raspberry Pi?
1 Comment
Goitseone P B.
GB
1. GPIO Pins: Raspberry Pi boards have General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) pins, which allow for connecting and controlling various electronic components,...Read more
What is Raspbian used for?
1 Comment
Ernani F.
EF
For IoT, automation, portability, education, robots, visual computing.Read more