Containerlab
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VisitContainerlab vs PNETLab
What both publish
| Fact | Containerlab | PNETLab |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Containerlab can launch VM based routers through vrnetlab or boxen integration and can run containerlab style topologies on Kubernetes through Clabernetes. | The feature list includes Docker integration, Wireshark capture, Telnet, and an integrated NAT Cloud. |
| Support | The project directs users with questions, ideas, and bug reports to its Discord community. | The site lists [email protected] and a Telegram support group chat as contact options. |
Containerlab plans
- ContainerlabFree
- Free and open-sourceFree
PNETLab plans
- PNETLabFree
Pick Containerlab if…
Containerlab suits network engineers and others who need to define and manage network labs as code. It also fits users who want to start topologies in CI or pair labs with telemetry stacks.
Pick PNETLab if…
PNETLab suits people building or sharing network, database, or system labs in a local virtual-machine environment. It may also suit users who need an offline mode and can provide required device images.