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

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