BuildKit
6.8#2 in container enginesFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitBuildKit vs Sysbox
What both publish
| Fact | BuildKit | Sysbox |
|---|---|---|
| License | The repository identifies its license as Apache-2.0. | The project is licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0. |
| Support | The README directs users to the #buildkit channel on Docker Community Slack. | Sysbox support is best-effort through the GitHub repository or Sysbox Slack, and Docker subscriptions do not include Sysbox support. |
BuildKit plans
- BuildKit (Apache License 2.0)Free
Sysbox plans
- Sysbox Community EditionFree
Pick BuildKit if…
BuildKit suits developers and teams who need configurable, cache-aware builds and multiple artifact formats. It also fits users who want rootless execution or integration with Docker and other listed projects.
Pick Sysbox if…
Sysbox suits Linux teams that need to run system workloads in rootless containers, including CI/CD, development, local testing, and isolated compute environments. It is also relevant for Docker or Kubernetes users who need these workloads inside containers.