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The QNX CAR Platform for Infotainment is a proven, full-featured software stack designed to help automotive manufacturers build graphically-rich, connected infotainment systems that incorporate leading automotive technologies. * * * Seller [BlackBerry](https://www.g2.com/sellers/blackberry) Discussions [BlackBerry QNX Community](https://www.g2.com/products/blackberry-qnx/discuss) Overview by Christine Mok Show More ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![Android](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Android") Android 4.6/5(1,283) ](https://www.g2.com/products/android/reviews) [ ![Red Hat Enterprise Linux](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Red Hat Enterprise Linux") Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.6/5(977) ](https://www.g2.com/products/red-hat-enterprise-linux/reviews) [ ![Windows 7](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Windows 7") Windows 7 4.2/5(903) ](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-7/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/blackberry-qnx/competitors/alternatives) ## User Insights Average based on 20 real user reviews. [Log in to unlock pricing and user insights](/login) ![Verified User in Oil & Energy](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Oil & Energy") AO Verified User in Oil & Energy Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 6/11/2026 "Reliable Real-Time Performance with Strong Security for Critical Applications" 4/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? The best thing about this platform is that it stands out for its reliability, deterministic real-time performance, and its microkernel architecture. Also, their operating system is designed specifically for critical applications where downtime or failure is not an option. I also liked their strong security model and other safety certifications, which support our virtualisation through multiple regulations and criteria. This platform is also a solid foundation for system development. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? The biggest challenge I faced in this platform is its learning curve, especially for our developers coming from a Linux-based environment. Their licensing and commercial deployment costs are higher compared with other open-source alternatives out there in this space. Also, their ecosystem and community resources are much smaller when compared with other open-source distributions. Their community feedback frequently points to cost as a consideration for even smaller projects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? This platform solves the problem of the need for highly reliable and predictable software operations in critical environments. This platform also shows our real-time responsiveness, system stability and fault isolations along with safety compliances, which are tracked effectively. This platform also helps us by reducing operational risk by improving confidence when teams are deploying systems. Overall, their readiness and reliability are exceptional features of this platform, I would say. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Our network of Icons are G2 members who are recognized for their outstanding contributions and commitment to helping others through their expertise.G2 IconCurrent UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![VIVEK K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "VIVEK K.") VK VIVEK K. Advanced Software Engineer Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 1/31/2026 "Secure, Efficient OS for Embedded Systems" 4.5/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? I like that BlackBerry QNX is a very good Linux-based OS for embedded systems, offering good security and safety features, along with process monitoring and management from the OS/Kernel layer. Many of the commands in QNX are similar to Linux, which is convenient. The safety and security features it provides are beneficial because, as an embedded software company, we would otherwise need to implement these features from scratch, saving us a lot of time and effort. I find that some features like process management, process monitoring, and CPU monitoring are provided by QNX by default, which makes things easier for us. I also think QNX is very useful as an OS running on any embedded system, especially for running ADAS features. Setting it up was somewhat easy, due to the support from a different team within our organization. I would rate it a 9 out of 10 in recommending it to a friend or colleague. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? Not much, just that some (very few as far as I know) of the Linux commands don't work in BlackBerry QNX or might have a completely different command for the same task. So to provide support for those commands/task could be one of the improvement areas for BlackBerry QNX. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? I find BlackBerry QNX provides excellent security and safety features for embedded systems, saving us time and effort by including essential processes like monitoring and management. Its Linux-like commands are also a plus, though some differ, which could improve. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 2/4/2026 Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![NOre L.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "NOre L.") NL NOre L. Process Automation Manager Management Consulting Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 2/22/2026 "Robust RTOS for Mission-Critical Systems with Room for Improvement" 3/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? I really like BlackBerry QNX for its unmatched combination of real-time determinism, microkernel reliability, and built-in functional safety certifications. It provides consistent, low-latency performance essential in safety-critical environments. The fault-isolation architecture significantly reduces system-wide failure risks. Its pre-certified components simplify compliance for standards like ISO 26262, streamlining development time and risk. The real-time determinism ensures predictable response even under load, which is crucial for systems like automotive ADAS and industrial controls. The microkernel architecture allows for fault isolation, meaning a failure in one component won't crash the whole system, making debugging easier and improving system uptime. It's a trusted platform for mission-critical systems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? I'm not entirely thrilled with BlackBerry QNX's resource footprint and hardware requirements. Its robustness comes with a relatively higher hardware cost compared to lighter RTOSes, and it performs best on more powerful SoCs, which isn't as cost-effective for simple, low-cost embedded endpoints. Also, the development tooling and ecosystem familiarity could be better. The QNX development environment is powerful but specialized, and new team members often face a learning curve since it's not as widely known or as familiar as Linux-based toolchains. It'd be great to have more modern, streamlined IDE integration to help speed up onboarding. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? I use BlackBerry QNX for safety-critical systems. It delivers deterministic, low-latency performance and addresses functional safety and compliance effectively, reducing certification complexity. Its microkernel architecture minimizes system failures and enhances security in connected devices. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite HS Humayoon S. Mr Information Technology and Services Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 9/15/2023 "blackberry QNX is what IOT needs to be secure from threats" 3.5/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? It really gives high preference to security especially IOTs where most OS fail to provide good security making them vulnerable to hack threats Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? Could be more user friendly, sometimes the interface is laggy or needs to be restarted Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? IOT devices are very vulnerable to hack threats, QNX has advance protection layer which is the reason why I prefer it over android or other OS for my IOTs Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Rohit K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Rohit K.") RK Rohit K. Web Developer Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 8/17/2023 "BlackBerry QNX: The Automotive Software of the future" 5/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? BlackBerry QNX is built with security in mind. It is a real-time operating system (RTOS) capable of ensuring predictable reaction times in the face of unexpected occurences. As a result, it's perfect for use in mission-critical applications like those found in the automobile and aerospace sectors. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? It is a sophisticated operating system that might take some time to master. This may be an issue for certain people. Blackberry QNX is not the most affordable operating system available. This may be a consideration for some organisations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? BlackBerry is also quite safe. It employes a microkernel design, which lowers the attack surface and makes exploiting flaws more difficult. Blackberry QNX also contains security features including role-based access control and encryption Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite WE Wopaye e. software engineer Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 11/26/2022 "The future of communication is here." 3.5/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? There are many things to like about BlackBerry QNX, but some of my favorite features include its real-time operating system, its advanced security features, and its support for a wide range of devices and platforms. BlackBerry QNX is a great choice for businesses and organizations that need a reliable and secure operating system. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? There are a few things that I dislike about BlackBerry QNX. First, the platform can be a bit challenging to develop for. Second, the app selection is not as robust as other platforms. Finally, the platform can be a bit unstable at times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as BlackBerry QNX is designed to offer a variety of benefits depending on the specific needs of the user. However, in general, BlackBerry QNX provides a reliable and secure operating system that is optimized for use in mission-critical applications. This can offer significant benefits in terms of safety, efficiency, and cost-savings. Additionally, BlackBerry QNX also provides a variety of tools and services that can help developers create more efficient and effective applications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Computer & Network Security](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Computer & Network Security") AC Verified User in Computer & Network Security Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 12/17/2022 "RTOS in Cars Infotainment" 5/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? Blackberrry QNX is expectionally good in developing the interface for infotainment systems and can be used in Connected Car tech, that make this stand out from the rest. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? The major downside of QNX Hypervisor is, it's not portable across other microservices, cause it doesn't support other microcontrollers, if that's improved this product would be groun-breaker. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? ONX features of a task-scheduling techniques with semaphore and Deadlock preventions. This makes the sophisticated QNX Hypervisor a go-to choice, if the hardware (microcontroller) is supported. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 12/23/2022 Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Telecommunications](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Telecommunications") CT Verified User in Telecommunications Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 6/8/2022 "QNX is fading away from the cutting edge front" 2.5/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? QNX has two striking advantages that other "true" real time operating systems can not beat. First is its micro-kernel design in nature so it is very flexible and scalable. The second is it follows POSIX programming standard which is a great advantage to timing push to the market from idea to product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? Support. And in nature it is extremely difficult to build a complex system that has many components. This is because the bare micro-kernel only provides an ability of scheduling the components, however, if one wants those components systematically working together, to the end a monolithic kernel will be eventually evolved into from the microkernel, and if so, why not simply start from mature technology like Linux? That is, unless the poor performance, that is, giving up the potential not small amount of hardware ability to comply with slow message passing of qnx (so to loosly combine the components together), is tolerable, the QNX is not a good choice to go. Obviously if the system is simple enough, say only a few components like IOT stuff, it sounds like a competitive candidate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? QNX can provide a complete separation among the subsystems in an operating system. And it is robust as one component failure won't dumb the whole system, though this is an illustration example not for real. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![michael f.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "michael f.") MF michael f. Warehouse Specialist Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 8/19/2022 "Best Performance" 5/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? Very good overall operating BlackBerry QNX system. Precise direction and operation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? As good as it is , there is always room for improvement. I think it can still be upgraded to a better and faster one. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? The BlackBerry QNXis to my knowledge are upgrading their software. And as I continue to do business with them I really see an impovement in their product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerSource: Organic JC José C. Aux it Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 2/15/2021 "Blackberry QNX Review" 4.5/5 What do you like best about BlackBerry QNX? Its interface is very friendly and works quite well, I was pleasantly surprised by the software, its features and benefits, in addition to all the new things it brings. I believe that in the future it will give a lot to talk about and little by little it will gain more recognition among us consumers, both on a small and large scale. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about BlackBerry QNX? Nothing, I was very surprised, it is very beautiful. It's user-friendly, works great, and provides us with plenty of solutions. I think it is a very complete platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering BlackBerry QNX: Of course, it is a very easy to use tool that can bring many benefits to both companies and normal users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is BlackBerry QNX solving and how is that benefiting you? As for problems, not much, it really is like everything at the beginning is different, you have to get used to it, but then it works very well, in terms of performance it allows you to work quite well and is very user. -Friendly, it also allows the user great facilities when working and finding solutions in daily tasks Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 2/17/2022 Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ##### Pricing Pricing details for this product isn’t currently available. Visit the vendor’s website to learn more. 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