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Ubuntu Pro FIPS 18.04 LTS
Ubuntu Pro FIPS is the first and only FIPS certified image for the public cloud. It includes NIST certified components, security patching for the widest collection of open source workloads, HIPAA and ISO compliance, live kernel patching, and a commitment from Canonical for 10-year maintenance.
Reviews (2382)
Gufran B.
Stable Open-Source Powerhouse with Zero Licensing Costs
Reviewed on Oct 05, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
What I value most about Ubuntu is its stability, developer-friendliness and reliable software packages management (apt, Snap). Using this OS as my daily driver makes my work productive and comfortable due to the native Linux terminal, Docker utility and comprehensive documentation. The stability and security of the LTS versions also contribute to a positive experience and simplify work.
What do you dislike about the product?
In my view, Ubuntu’s main drawback is its heavy reliance on Snap packages, which can result in slower application performance and increased disk usage. Also, while Ubuntu generally offers strong hardware support, certain proprietary applications or specific peripheral devices may still need extra configuration to work properly. Lastly, some professional tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite, along with other Windows-only programs, are not supported natively.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
In the past, we dealt with steep operating system licensing fees, development environments that were split apart, and system updates that were hard to predict across our infrastructure. By adopting Ubuntu for both server deployment and developer workstations, we moved to a single, dependable, open-source platform backed by predictable Long-Term Support. Today, we can roll out secure, scalable development and production environments with no licensing costs and smooth container integration. The result has been a substantial drop in IT overhead, lower infrastructure expenses, and software delivery pipelines that are faster and more dependable.
RAHUL K.
Ready-to-Use Infrastructure with Great Package Availability
Reviewed on Oct 05, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
ready to use infrastructure for almost all of the operational tasks and good availability of packages
What do you dislike about the product?
Maybe it’s a little heavier than other OS, but it’s really not that bad overall.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
It helps with our regular tasks and automation, and it increases our efficiency.
Mikal I.
Reliable, versatile OS perfect for robust server management and seamless development.
Reviewed on Oct 01, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
Ubuntu provides exceptional stability, out-of-the-box hardware compatibility, and seamless package management through apt and Snap. Its massive community, extensive documentation, and long-term support (LTS) releases make server administration, containerization, and daily development incredibly reliable and efficient.
What do you dislike about the product?
Snaps can occasionally cause slower application startup times and consume excess disk space. Additionally, canonical defaults sometimes push proprietary services or telemetry, and upgrading major LTS versions can occasionally introduce subtle configuration breaks in specialized server setups.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu provides a standardized, secure, and predictable Linux environment for deploying server infrastructure, containerized applications, and web services. It eliminates OS-level compatibility issues, simplifies automated provisioning and backups, and reduces overall system administration overhead through robust package management and long-term support.
Information Technology and Services
Reliable Linux Environment for Developers
Reviewed on Oct 01, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
The best thing about Ubuntu is that it gives much control and raw usage to the hardware. which makes the features like customizations, tooling and setup, development use cases, and fixing. I use it regularly with my remote system.
Ubuntu works well with modern and modest hardware with ease, making it a very adaptive choice for a machine. The ecosystem and integrations are great. compatibility with tools like Git, DevTools, Docker, and CLI tools.
The biggest benefit for me has been how easy it makes go through the happenings underground in any system. like working with networks, processes, permissions, filesystems, and all those root kernel-level nuances.
Ubuntu works well with modern and modest hardware with ease, making it a very adaptive choice for a machine. The ecosystem and integrations are great. compatibility with tools like Git, DevTools, Docker, and CLI tools.
The biggest benefit for me has been how easy it makes go through the happenings underground in any system. like working with networks, processes, permissions, filesystems, and all those root kernel-level nuances.
What do you dislike about the product?
Pointing to the dislikes for this great open-source OS would be nonsense; still, sometimes it feels like the UX could be better compared to other options available. Also, being very close to the system might not be a great fit for all types of users, and they might feel a bit trickled and find it hard to learn regularly.
Sometimes I have noticed that with some updates I have to troubleshoot something to reconfigure my environment.
Sometimes I have noticed that with some updates I have to troubleshoot something to reconfigure my environment.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu is the core component being used mostly everywhere in the era.
For me the biggest benefit is consistency. In my day-to-day workflows, I am much more involved with Git, Node, Python, Docker, VMs, databases and SSH. where I'm working with many components closely aligned with hardware.
as I have to figure out using the max capacities of the system where Ubuntu is ideal, saving cost and time.
For me the biggest benefit is consistency. In my day-to-day workflows, I am much more involved with Git, Node, Python, Docker, VMs, databases and SSH. where I'm working with many components closely aligned with hardware.
as I have to figure out using the max capacities of the system where Ubuntu is ideal, saving cost and time.
Deeksha V.
Open Source Gem for Developers
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
I find Ubuntu to be a very useful operating system for developers and students as it provides a reliable alternative to Windows or Mac OS. I love that it's free and open source, making it accessible without needing to purchase an expensive license. Ubuntu's user-friendly interface is great for newcomers to Linux because it's really easy to learn with a clean and simple desktop environment. I appreciate that common tasks like installing applications, managing files, connecting to Wi-Fi, and changing system settings are straightforward. Ubuntu is particularly strong for software development with excellent support for programming languages, development tools, Git, Docker, databases, and many other technologies. The command line tools enable quick task execution, which is a big plus. I also appreciate the regular security updates that keep the system protected. The initial setup was very easy and straightforward, which was great, especially as the system guided me through most of the steps. Overall, I had a positive experience with Ubuntu, finding it flexible and useful for both deployment and development. It's particularly recommended to students and developers who need a free and flexible operating system.
What do you dislike about the product?
If you're completely new to Linux, you might need some time to understand terminal commands, the file system, and the software installation process. But these difficulties become easier once you get used to the environment. The transition to Ubuntu from another system also took some time, but it's manageable once you get acquainted.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu is a free, open-source operating system that's user-friendly for newcomers to Linux, with strong support for programming languages and development tools. It simplifies software installation and provides regular security updates, improving my comfort and efficiency in software development.
Antonio Tirado Peña
Platform has supported robust container orchestration and has provided reliable cloud-ready deployments
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2026
Review provided by PeerSpot
What is our primary use case?
My main use case for Ubuntu Linux is hosting the Kubernetes server, MicroK8s, for containerization, hosting databases in Ubuntu Server version, and supporting continuous deployment CD/CI environments within my company.
A specific example of how Ubuntu Linux has facilitated continuous deployment or Kubernetes management in my organization is that Kubernetes comes super well integrated in Ubuntu Linux, and during the installation you already get a template designed so that you can directly install MicroK8s or Kubernetes. Docker is also super integrated within the installation.
Basically, all the production machines in my work environment run Ubuntu Linux.
What is most valuable?
I consider the best features offered by Ubuntu Linux to be the ecosystem and cloud provider support, with many SDKs that connect directly from, for example, Azure to Ubuntu and report certain functionalities in real time. There are many agents implemented with very clear, well-defined five-year LTS versions that can also be extended with Ubuntu Pro, hardware support that is very well designed, and immense package management and documentation. Above all, Ubuntu Pro for companies means that we have live patches and production systems that are very reliable.
Ubuntu Linux has positively impacted my organization through stability, scalability, and performance. Stability comes because we have LTS versions directly with Ubuntu Server, where you set up Ubuntu Linux without a graphical interface, maintaining impeccable uptime with the standard LTS kernel channel. Scalability comes because the images are minimal allowing for very fast provisioning either with Terraform or Ansible, and performance comes because it is based on Debian, very well prepared for virtualization workloads, containers, and microservices.
What needs improvement?
I think Ubuntu Linux could improve in the area of packages, as Snap packages are being imposed on us and we are migrating to certain versions where we are losing APT. To have a pure terminal experience we should depend only on APT update and upgrade. I note that the LTS versions do not always have five years of support, but overall, except when moving from one LTS version to another where frictions are generated, the rest are good things.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Ubuntu Linux for more than 10 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Ubuntu Linux is a very stable platform.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
My organization's experience in terms of the scalability of Ubuntu Linux has been fantastic because we can take and modify all parts of the system, and upgrading from one version to another is super simple.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support for Ubuntu Linux has been adequate for me, as I have not needed it. Whenever I have had questions, I have simply looked at community forums.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have not used any other solution before Ubuntu Linux, as we have been using Ubuntu because historically it has worked for a very long time, and I have always been a Debian user, finding Ubuntu a sensible option to scale my knowledge into production environments.
How was the initial setup?
Before choosing Ubuntu Linux, I evaluated options such as Red Hat Linux and SUSE Linux, but we chose Ubuntu because of the license cost.
What was our ROI?
I have observed a clear return on investment, particularly in savings on license costs, as we have Ubuntu Linux LTS and do not depend on distributions such as Red Hat or SUSE, where we would indeed have to pay for a license.
A concrete result I have observed, such as reduced deployment times or cost savings, is that being free software, we have very significant savings in licensing costs compared with other distributions such as Red Hat Linux or SUSE. We only have one commercial subscription, which is Ubuntu Pro, when your LTS time ends, to extend that support period.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My experience with the pricing, implementation costs, and licenses of Ubuntu Linux shows that it is free software, so the licensing cost is zero. Having the Ubuntu Pro licensing option, where you have extended and personalized support, gives much more substance to the solution.
What other advice do I have?
Ubuntu Linux is still the most sensible and efficient default option for most back-end and cloud deployments. System administrators and infrastructure teams must actively manage Canonical's packaging policies, especially those related to Snap, which is why I give Ubuntu Linux a nine out of ten instead of a perfect score, to keep environments clean and predictable.
My advice to other organizations considering using Ubuntu Linux is that it is a stable, reliable, secure, and quite robust distribution, with many years of history and a benchmark in the Linux sector. I rate Ubuntu Linux overall as a nine.
Computer Software
Comfortable Ubuntu Experience for Software Development
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
ubuntu is comfortable to me to work in software development
What do you dislike about the product?
I am thinking and I can't find something that dislike about ubutnu
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I have ubuntu in docker containers to help me in software development
Jo B.
Stable and User-Friendly with Some Open Source Challenges
Reviewed on Sep 09, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
I like the fact that a South African made Ubuntu famous, which gives me a sense of pride. I also appreciate the command line structure, as it closely resembles Debian and Roseberian, which I'm used to working with.
What do you dislike about the product?
I used to be very into Ubuntu, but I feel like they moved towards a more commercial direction, and that left a sour taste for me. The problem I have is that they changed a lot of the commands, and for someone who worked with it and helped develop in the open source community, that's a big deal. I just got upset because they moved it from open source to a closed source product.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu is the closest I get to Debian for command line tools, making it ideal for server use in hosting and testing Node.js and Python applications.
Karl X.
Dependable for Servers, Room for Desktop Improvement
Reviewed on Sep 01, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
I appreciate Ubuntu’s massive community ecosystem paired with its LTS release cadence. Whenever I hit strange issues with our sensor‑processing workloads, I can almost always find existing forum threads covering similar bugs. Deb package compatibility is solid, and most open‑source tools we rely on have pre‑built Ubuntu versions ready to install. Security patches roll out predictably for LTS builds, so I don’t need to spend excessive time hardening each individual server. For our small infrastructure team, this reduces guesswork and keeps our data pipelines operating steadily day in and day out. Additionally, deploying Ubuntu on our cloud instances was quick and straightforward; cloud templates were readily available so we could spin‑up new data processing servers in minutes. Once those initial templates were finalized, rolling out additional Ubuntu hosts became very fast for our environmental data workloads.
What do you dislike about the product?
One persistent pain point I run into is proprietary hardware driver support on Ubuntu desktop. Some of our specialized lab monitoring peripherals struggle to get properly recognized, requiring manual third-party driver installs that break after system updates. Certain newer kernel versions also occasionally introduce minor regressions for our cloud virtual instances. Snaps can feel intrusive too; some pre-installed snap applications auto-update in the background and eat unexpected disk resources. While server-focused workflows remain very reliable, desktop-side polish for niche industry hardware still leaves room for meaningful improvements.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu resolves inconsistent behavior across servers by providing stable packages and community support. It reduces debugging overhead, ensures dependable uptime, and supports sensor-processing services without OS conflicts. The LTS releases mean fewer major upgrades, keeping our data collection stable.
Kaushik G.
Perfect for Development, Minor Hardware Hurdles
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026
Review provided by G2
What do you like best about the product?
I really like Ubuntu's flexibility, stability, and strong support for software development. The terminal and package management system make it easy to install development tools, manage dependencies, and automate tasks. I particularly appreciate the straightforward integration with Git, Python, Docker, compilers, and other development tools, which makes setting up and maintaining projects convenient. The ability to customize the environment to suit different development needs is another major advantage. I also value the large open-source community and extensive documentation, which make troubleshooting and learning new tools much easier. Overall, Ubuntu provides a clean and powerful environment that gives me good control over my development workflow. The additional tools like APT package manager, GNOME desktop environment, Terminal, Snap, and built-in system utilities further enhance its use for both everyday development and advanced technical experimentation.
What do you dislike about the product?
One area Ubuntu could improve is hardware compatibility and ease of configuration, especially for users who are new to Linux. Some peripherals, proprietary drivers, or specialized applications can require additional setup compared with Windows or macOS. Software availability can also occasionally be a limitation when a specific commercial application does not have a native Linux version. I’d also like the software-center and package-management experience to feel more consistent, particularly when choosing between APT, Snap, and other installation methods. Overall, Ubuntu is very capable for development, but better hardware support, application availability, and a more streamlined software-management experience would make it more accessible for everyday users.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I find Ubuntu solves the need for a stable, flexible environment for software development, with easy access to tools and a supportive community. However, hardware compatibility and software availability can be issues, requiring extra setup versus other OS. Greater hardware support and streamlined software management would be beneficial.