Anka Build Cloud Controller vs Multipass
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Anka Build Cloud Controller
6.0Anka virtual machine orchestrator GUI & API
Multipass
8.0Orchestrates virtual Ubuntu instances
| Metric | Anka Build Cloud Controller | Multipass |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 4 | 1.9K |
| 90-day Installs | 13 | 5.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 46 | 26.6K |
| Version | 1.50.0-5908cc18 | 1.16.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | 9.0K |
| GitHub Forks | — | 772 |
| Open Issues | — | 406 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | — | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Dec 6, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Anka Build Cloud Controller
Anka Build Cloud Controller is a powerful tool for managing Anka virtual machines in a cloud environment, offering scalability and automation for developers and teams.
Provides a graphical user interface and API for orchestrating Anka virtual machines.
Pros
- + Dedicated GUI for efficient VM management
- + API support for integration and automation
- + Cloud-based orchestration for scalable management
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update feature
- - Low adoption with only 5 installs in 30 days
Multipass
Multipass is a powerful tool for developers, enabling the orchestration of virtual Ubuntu instances on macOS and other platforms. It simplifies the setup of development environments, offering a lightweight alternative to traditional virtualization solutions. Ideal for those working with Ubuntu-based workflows or cloud infrastructure.
Orchestrates virtual Ubuntu instances for development and testing.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient for Ubuntu VMs
- + Strong integration with tools like MAAS and LXD
- + Active community and regular updates
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Previous firewall connectivity issues (now resolved)