Dev Container CLI
6.0#30 in container development environmentsFree planFree planExtensionLinuxmacOSWindows
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Docker Desktop
7.2#1 in container runtime softwareFrom $9 a monthFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Dev Container CLI | Docker Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | The CLI creates and configures a development container from a devcontainer.json file. | Docker Desktop is a containerization platform for developers and teams that streamlines container development and deployment. |
Dev Container CLI plans
- FreeFree
Docker Desktop plans
- PersonalFree
- Pro$9 a month
- Team$15 a month
- Business$24 a month
- Docker PersonalFree
- Docker Pro$9 a month
Pick Dev Container CLI if…
It suits developers who want to create and configure development containers directly, or build tools and services that support the specification. CI and DevOps users may also use it to prebuild container configurations.
Pick Docker Desktop if…
Docker Desktop suits developers and teams who want container development tools and local Kubernetes support on Linux, macOS, or Windows. Companies meeting either stated size threshold for commercial use need a paid subscription.