Captain vs Docker Desktop
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Captain
7.0Manage Docker containers from the menu bar
Docker Desktop
8.0App to build and share containerised applications and microservices
| Metric | Captain | Docker Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 14 | 53.3K |
| 90-day Installs | 45 | 161.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 111 | 430.4K |
| Version | 10.5.0 | 4.71.0,225177 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 70 | 1.2K |
| GitHub Forks | 4 | 282 |
| Open Issues | 6 | 27 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | TypeScript | Shell |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 3y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Captain
Captain is a macOS app that simplifies Docker container management from the menu bar, offering quick access and power user options. It's ideal for developers and DevOps professionals who work with Docker regularly.
Manages Docker containers directly from the macOS menu bar.
Pros
- + Convenient menu bar integration for Docker management
- + Power user options with modifier keys for advanced tasks
- + Open-source with a GPL-3.0 license
Cons
- - No auto-updates feature
- - Some users have requested additional group management features
Docker Desktop
Docker Desktop is a powerful tool for building and sharing containerized applications and microservices. It offers a seamless environment for developers to work with Docker containers, enabling efficient workflows and collaboration.
Docker Desktop provides a platform for creating, managing, and sharing containerized applications and microservices.
Pros
- + Strong community support and widespread adoption
- + Essential tool for Docker workflows and containerization
- + Integration with other Docker ecosystem tools
Cons
- - Documentation issues and occasional feature gaps
- - Dependence on Docker's ecosystem and associated costs