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K3s

K3s is lightweight Kubernetes that runs anywhere.

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Our verdict

Who it's for

Lightweight Kubernetes for edge and IoT

Who should look elsewhere

Not full K8s features

Pros

  • +Lightweight Kubernetes
  • +Easy to install
  • +Edge-ready
  • +Low resource usage
  • +Active development

Cons

  • −Not full K8s features
  • −Limited for large clusters
  • −Some incompatibilities
  • −Learning curve
  • −Production considerations

Key features

  • ✓Lightweight Kubernetes
  • ✓Edge
  • ✓IoT
  • ✓ARM support
  • ✓Single binary
  • ✓CNCF

Pricing

PlanPriceBillingNotes
Free$0monthLightweight K8s; Edge/IoT; Single binary

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