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ArcBoxDocker Desktop
Free

The local runtime is free and open source under MIT/Apache-2.0.

 Freemium

Free for personal use, education, open source projects and small businesses. Larger…

macOS, Command line Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Runs Docker-compatible containers and a local Kubernetes cluster
  • Supports full Linux VMs and disposable microVM sandboxes
  • Everything in one installer: engine, Compose, Kubernetes and a dashboard
  • The reference implementation, so every tutorial assumes it
  • The local runtime is for macOS
  • Paid subscription required above a company size threshold
  • Closed source, unlike the Docker engine itself
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: MIT OR Apache-2.0 License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked October 8, 2026

Checked September 21, 2026

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