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k9s vs Portainer

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k9sPortainer
LanguageGoTypeScript
LicenceApache-2.0Zlib
Stars35k39k
Latestv0.51.02.45.1
Last push2026-10-052026-10-06
Release cadenceabout 48 days between releasesabout 7 days between releases
Active contributors23 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days17 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Lens. Alternatives to Lens →

    Partialk9sA terminal UI rather than a desktop app.

    PartialPortainerA web UI for Docker, Swarm and Kubernetes, with fewer Kubernetes views than Lens.