Introducing G2.ai, the future of software buying.Try now
Compare Oracle Solaris and SCO UnixWare 7 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (41.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Oracle Solaris
Star Rating
(88)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Oracle SolarisSCO UnixWare 7
Star Rating
(12)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SCO UnixWare 7Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Oracle Solaris excels in memory management, particularly with its Dynamic System Domains feature, which allows for efficient resource allocation across multiple workloads. In contrast, reviewers mention that SCO UnixWare 7's memory management is less flexible, leading to potential performance bottlenecks in high-demand environments.
- Reviewers mention that Oracle Solaris offers robust I/O management capabilities, particularly with its ZFS file system, which provides advanced data integrity and storage management features. On the other hand, users say that SCO UnixWare 7's I/O management is simpler but lacks some of the advanced features that can enhance performance in enterprise settings.
- G2 users highlight Oracle Solaris's superior backup and recovery options, specifically its integrated Solaris Flash Archive, which allows for quick system recovery. Conversely, users on G2 report that while SCO UnixWare 7 has basic backup functionalities, it does not offer the same level of automation and ease of use as Solaris.
- Reviewers mention that Oracle Solaris provides comprehensive system operations monitoring tools, such as the Solaris Management Console, which helps in proactive system management. In contrast, users say that SCO UnixWare 7's monitoring tools are more limited, making it harder to identify and resolve issues quickly.
- Users report that Oracle Solaris has a strong reputation for quality support, with many reviewers praising the responsiveness and expertise of Oracle's support team. In comparison, while SCO UnixWare 7 has decent support, users mention that response times can be slower, which can be critical in business environments.
- G2 users indicate that Oracle Solaris has a more favorable product direction, with consistent updates and enhancements that align with enterprise needs. Users report that SCO UnixWare 7, while stable, has not seen the same level of innovation, leading to concerns about its long-term viability in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Oracle Solaris
No pricing availableSCO UnixWare 7
No pricing availableFree Trial
Oracle Solaris
No trial information availableSCO UnixWare 7
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.4
63
8.8
11
Ease of Use
8.0
64
8.0
11
Ease of Setup
8.1
39
8.5
8
Ease of Admin
8.2
32
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.1
62
8.5
10
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.8
32
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
59
8.9
11
Features by Category
Memory Management - Operating System
8.9
9
Not enough data
Device Management - Operating System
9.1
9
Not enough data
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
8.9
9
Not enough data
Error Detection - Operating System
8.7
9
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Oracle Solaris and SCO UnixWare 7 are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
Oracle Solaris has no unique categories
SCO UnixWare 7 has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Oracle Solaris
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SCO UnixWare 7
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
21.7%
Computer Software
16.9%
Telecommunications
9.6%
Computer & Network Security
8.4%
Financial Services
6.0%
Other
37.3%
Information Technology and Services
25.0%
Computer Software
16.7%
Computer & Network Security
16.7%
Pharmaceuticals
8.3%
Medical Devices
8.3%
Other
25.0%
Discussions
?
2 Comments
TK
That is the million dollar question, we just don't know what Oracle's future plans for Solaris X86 might be or whether it has been laid to rest permanently...Read more
What kind of software is Solaris?
1 Comment
MP
Solaris is a unix distribution system operationsRead more
SCO UnixWare 7 has no discussions with answers
Hunting for software insights?
With over 3 million reviews, we can provide the specific details that help you make an informed software buying decision for your business. Finding the right product is important, let us help.
