Docker Desktop vs Kata Containers
| Docker Desktop | Kata Containers | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | $9/mo | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Web, Windows | Linux |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Rootless mode | Yes | Yes |
| Image building | Yes | — |
| Kubernetes CRI | Yes | Yes |
| Windows containers | Yes | No |
| Image format | both | oci |
| Runtime interface | docker | containerd |
| Supported host OS | Linux, Windows Server | Linux |
Both are listed in Best Container Engines, Best Container Runtime Software. On Everything Xiaomi, Docker Desktop scores higher on our published basis.