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containerd vs pack
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| Fact | containerd | pack |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Go | Go |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 21k | 3k |
| Latest | v2.4.2 | v0.40.10 |
| Last push | 2026-11-11 | 2026-11-09 |
| Release cadence | about 1 day between releases | about 32 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 38 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 3 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Docker Engine (Moby). Alternatives to Docker Engine (Moby) →
PartialcontainerdThe runtime Docker itself runs on, without image builds or the Docker CLI; driven by Kubernetes or nerdctl.
PartialpackBuilds container images from source with Cloud Native Buildpacks instead of a Dockerfile.
containerd
containerd
✓ signed The latest release, v2.4.2, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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pack
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