Kubernetes

by CNCF · San Francisco, United States · Since 2014

Container orchestration.

Starting price: Free
Free trial / plan: Always free; Start without a card
Deployment: Cloud; Web
App Advisor rating: 4.4; transparency & India fit

What is Kubernetes?

Kubernetes is cloud platforms & infrastructure from CNCF, based in San Francisco, United States and has been building software since 2014. Container orchestration.

Cloud platforms provide compute, storage, databases, networking and managed services on demand. AWS, Azure and Google Cloud operate Indian regions; DigitalOcean, Linode and Indian providers offer simpler pricing for smaller workloads.

It is completely free to use.

What works well

+Completely free to use
+12 years in business — a mature, stable product

What to watch out for

−Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

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Kubernetes features

Category-standard capabilities plus what Kubernetes adds. Verify depth in a demo.

Virtual machines and containers
Managed databases
Object storage and CDN
Serverless and functions
Kubernetes services
Indian regions and data residency
Identity and access control
Cost management
Free plan to start without a card

Kubernetes pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How Kubernetes charges. Kubernetes is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on kubernetes.io.

Specifications

Category: Cloud platforms & infrastructure
Vendor: CNCF
Headquarters: San Francisco, United States
Founded: 2014
Pricing model: Free
Starting price: Free
Deployment: Cloud
Platforms: Web
Best for: Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India: No

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Kubernetes — frequently asked questions

What is Kubernetes?+

Kubernetes is cloud platforms & infrastructure by CNCF. Container orchestration.

How much does Kubernetes cost?+

Kubernetes is free to use.

Does Kubernetes offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — Kubernetes offers a free plan you can start with.

Is Kubernetes made in India?+

No. Kubernetes is developed by CNCF in San Francisco, United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is Kubernetes best suited for?+

Kubernetes suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for cloud platforms & infrastructure.

What are the best alternatives to Kubernetes?+

Popular alternatives in cloud platforms & infrastructure include Amazon Web Services, ImageKit, Google Cloud Platform. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Kubernetes deployed?+

Kubernetes is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.