--- description: Review of Red Hat Enterprise Linux Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Red Hat Enterprise Linux | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Operating Systems](/directory/4417/operating-systems/software) > [Red Hat Enterprise Linux](/software/221182/red-hat-enterprise-linux) # Red Hat Enterprise Linux Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/221182/red-hat-enterprise-linux Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/221182/red-hat-enterprise-linux?page=2) > Red Hat Enterprise Linux is an open-source operating system, which provides a foundation for businesses to deploy applications, services and workloads. Organizations can create custom OS images for edge workloads. Red Hat Enterprise Linux allows information technology (IT) teams to control nodes and extend hybrid cloud infrastructures. The system provides mandatory access controls (MAC) and Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux) module for businesses to maintain compliance with multiple regulations. Additionally, organizations can utilize the Greenboot framework to build health checks for programs. services and applications. Red Hat Enterprise Linux helps businesses minimize interruptions caused by OS updates. The product is available on annual subscriptions and support is extended via documentation, live chat, FAQs, email, phone and other online measures. > > Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 26 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 26 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Red Hat ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$99.00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate - **Pricing Details**: Red Hat Enterprise Linux's pricing starts at $99 for Red Hat Enterprise Linux Developer Suite and scales with the type of subscription, add-ons, variants and desktop options. - **Target Audience**: 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Linux (On-Premise) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - App Management - Data Security - Desktop Interface - File Management - For Developers - Kernels - Memory Management - System Updates - User Interface ## Category - [Operating Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4417/operating-systems/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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You also need basic familiarity with Linux command. > > Our team use php and mysql5.6 in Redhat as manufacturing MES QA modules in our vendor product line,very old architecture but stable,already used for over 10 years. ----- ### "Red hat linux, the way to go" — 5.0/5 > **Miguel** | *4 February 2025* | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Easy of use, great support and online forums /community > > **Cons**: Some functions depending of server role can be difficult to configure > > Red hat has been my favorite linux compilation since several years now, and continue to use it every day ----- ### "Enterprise Linux distro for companies, safety and reliability" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *27 March 2026* | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Its security and lightweight design make it one of the best OS. It includes numerous tools for configure and manage services, develop applications, and, if necessary, troubleshooting and finding the right way to resolve problem. The quality of Red Hat Support is the top, all software is maintained and supported, security patches are released regularly . > > **Cons**: For small businesses, the only downside is the cost, but at the same time I can confirm the quality of the product and support. > > I've been using this product for over 15 years and am extremely satisfied. I enjoy using it in my daily work. I really appreciate how Red Hat is maintaining the product's life cycles. ----- ### "Usage of redhat linux" — 3.0/5 > **Sreerekha** | *21 May 2025* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: The redhat linux is convenently can be used as sn operating sysyem to develop applications and maintain files > > **Cons**: It has shell in its core operating system. May not be used applicable to be used in wiindiws directly > > It is good to use. It can be used as windiws adter installing the compatible software as windiws skins depending on customers choice, so to get windows commandlibe capabilities ----- ### "Best OS Reliability in the Market" — 4.0/5 > **Jeff** | *7 February 2026* | Hospitality | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Excellent stability, security and support is ideal for enterprise environments that demand reliability and predictable performance. > > **Cons**: Subscription cost and licensing complexity can feel heavy, especially for smaller teams or simpler use cases. > > A highly reliable, secure enterprise OS with strong support and stability, though it comes with higher cost and complexity. ----- Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/221182/red-hat-enterprise-linux?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/221182/red-hat-enterprise-linux) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data