LXD
7.0#1 in container enginesFrom $25 a yearFree planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
VisitLXD vs Sysbox
What both publish
| Fact | LXD | Sysbox |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | LXD is an open source solution for managing virtual machines and system containers. | Sysbox is a free, open-source container runtime that lets rootless containers run system workloads such as systemd, Docker, and Kubernetes in VM-like environments. |
LXD plans
- LXD open sourceFree
- Ubuntu Pro PersonalFree
- Ubuntu Pro Enterprise workstation$25 a year
- Ubuntu Pro Enterprise server$500 a year
Sysbox plans
- Sysbox Community EditionFree
Pick LXD if…
LXD suits Linux users who need to manage system containers, virtual machines, or both through command-line, API, or web interfaces. It also offers integrations for users of tools such as Juju, MAAS, Ansible, Terraform, Puppet Bolt, and Packer.
Pick Sysbox if…
Sysbox suits Linux teams that need to run system workloads in rootless containers, including CI/CD, development, local testing, and isolated compute environments. It is also relevant for Docker or Kubernetes users who need these workloads inside containers.