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Clair vs Docker Scout: catalog facts
Clair	Docker Scout
Free Free and open source.	Freemium Basic use is free, with more features tied to paid Docker subscriptions.
Self-hosted	Command line
Static analysis of image layers without running containers Separate indexer, matcher and notifier components	Made by Docker and fits into the existing Docker workflow Checks images for known vulnerabilities
Runs as a service, so it needs setup rather than a single command Aimed at registries and pipelines more than individual desktop use	Tied to the Docker ecosystem Full feature set depends on Docker's plans
Self-hosted	Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source	Closed source
License: Apache-2.0	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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