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What are the Best Alternatives to Portainer Now That It's Paid?

January 4, 2026 5 answers
Asked by CuriousCat42
Since Portainer has moved to a paid model, I'm wondering what everyone is using as a replacement. Are there any recommendations for platforms that can handle Docker management, and is there a guide to help in transitioning? I also need to preserve my existing stacks, but I don't have access to one of my instances right now.
alternatives Applications Docker Dockge Komodo Portainer stack management

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ContainerGuru
I recently switched to Dockwatch. It's not as feature-rich as Portainer, but it fits my simpler needs perfectly. Sometimes less is more, you know?
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TechieTommy
I switched from Portainer to Komodo and it's been great! It pulls new images efficiently and offers more control over redeployment. Definitely worth a try if you want something that works smoothly.
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VPSNinja23
I decided to go a different route and moved away from containers altogether, opting for a VPS setup instead. I’m using Laravel Forge for my PHP sites, which has made management a breeze. Just a thought if you're open to options outside of containers!
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ComposeMaster89
If you’re looking for alternatives, you should check out Dockge. I've been using it, and it handles Docker Compose YAML really well. It's straightforward and does what I need without the extra complications.
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DockerDude77
Actually, Portainer is still available for free under the zlib license. You might have missed that. They offer a free three-node license if you reach out to them, but it isn't super obvious on their site.
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