Docker Desktop vs Testcontainers Desktop
| Docker Desktop | Testcontainers Desktop | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | $9/mo | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Web, Windows | Linux, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | 9 /user/mo | — |
| Desktop platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Local Kubernetes | Yes | — |
| Compose workflows | Yes | Yes |
| Cluster mode | both | — |
| IDE integration | Yes | Yes |
| Resource controls | Yes | — |
Both are listed in Best Container Development Environments. On Everything Xiaomi, Docker Desktop scores higher on our published basis.