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Debian vs Enterprise Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (CIS , PCI-Ready, with Threat Defense Tools) comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 3, 2026

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Categories and Ranking

Debian
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
7th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
16
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Enterprise Ubuntu 24.04 LTS...
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
32nd
Average Rating
10.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Operating Systems (OS) for Business category, the mindshare of Debian is 5.7%, up from 4.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Enterprise Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (CIS , PCI-Ready, with Threat Defense Tools) is 0.3%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Operating Systems (OS) for Business Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Debian5.7%
Enterprise Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (CIS , PCI-Ready, with Threat Defense Tools)0.3%
Other94.0%
Operating Systems (OS) for Business
 

Featured Reviews

Badal Shrivastav - PeerSpot reviewer
embedded software engineer at a manufacturing company with 201-500 employees
Reliable platform has supported long-term on-prem deployments and predictable OTA updates
If I consider how Debian can be improved, it could be more accessible in making newer software versions available for users who need recent features while still maintaining default stable behavior. While backports help, the workflow could be streamlined. The release cycle can feel slow for rapidly evolving tools, and better guidance around mixing stable, backports, and testing would help. Regarding hardware support, Debian can be improved by supporting multiple BSPs, making it more versatile in the embedded domain. Hardware support for new devices can sometimes lag behind, which is understandable given Debian's focus on stability. Clearer guidance on handling newer hardware or firmware would be beneficial.
reviewer2752956 - PeerSpot reviewer
Architect at a financial services firm with 201-500 employees
Transforms multi-week server setups into secure, minutes-long deployments with peace of mind
We previously used the standard, unhardened Ubuntu LTS AMIs directly from Canonical. While they are a great starting point, the reason we switched is simple: time and confidence. Our old workflow involved a multi-week security hardening process for every new project. Our DevOps and security teams would spend countless hours manually implementing CIS controls, running validation scripts, and documenting everything for our PCI audits. It was a massive operational bottleneck. We switched to this product because it turns that entire weeks-long process into a 10-minute, one-click deployment. We now get a fully hardened, audit-ready environment out of the box. This has not only accelerated our project timelines but has also given us much greater confidence in our security posture from day one.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
22%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Educational Organization
7%
Outsourcing Company
7%
Construction Company
52%
Comms Service Provider
13%
Outsourcing Company
6%
Healthcare Company
5%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business10
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise6
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Debian?
The pricing for Debian is based on what is used and how much is used.
What needs improvement with Debian?
Debian currently has some older packages that are not available in the latest version. The stable release cycle is slow, where new features come late. Additionally, Debian is not as beginner-friend...
What is your primary use case for Debian?
Debian is used as a Linux distributor for hosting applications, servers, and deployments. The organization primarily relies on Debian for cloud and DevOps, creating Docker images and Kubernetes nod...
What needs improvement with Enterprise Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (CIS , PCI-Ready, with Threat Defense Tools)?
Looking ahead, the feature I would be most excited for in a future release would be a variant of this AMI specifically hardened and optimized for EKS worker nodes. Being able to extend this same le...
What is your primary use case for Enterprise Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (CIS , PCI-Ready, with Threat Defense Tools)?
Our primary use case is rapidly deploying a secure and compliant foundation for our business-critical applications, especially those that need to adhere to PCI/DSS standards. This product is an abs...
 

Also Known As

Debian 12
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Overview

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