firecracker-containerd
5.8#21 in container runtime softwareFree planFree planLinuxSelf-hosted
Visitfirecracker-containerd vs OrbStack
What both publish
| Fact | firecracker-containerd | OrbStack |
|---|---|---|
| Networking | Networking supports pre-created tap devices and tap devices created automatically by CNI plugins. | Its custom network stack supports IPv6, ping, traceroute, VPN and DNS settings, host networking, port forwarding and direct container IP access. |
| Support | The README directs bug reports, roadmap discussion, and feature requests to GitHub Issues, and general discussion to the Firecracker Slack #containerd channel. | Official support is offered through email, discussions, an issue tracker and a Discord community. |
firecracker-containerd plans
- firecracker-containerdFree
OrbStack plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$8 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Pick firecracker-containerd if…
firecracker-containerd is for Linux operators who want containerd to run Linux containers inside Firecracker microVMs. It may suit those exploring workload isolation, provided they can meet its host requirements and evaluate the early-stage project themselves.
Pick OrbStack if…
OrbStack suits macOS users who want local containers, Linux machines, or a lightweight Kubernetes cluster for development. Personal users can use the free plan, while commercial users need a per-user license.