Lightweight web-based platform to manage Docker, Swarm and Kubernetes resources with a GUI and API, including access control and multi-environment operations.
38.4k stars2.9k forksZliblast commit Actively maintained
6 self-hosted SUSE Rancher alternatives
Kubernetes management platform for provisioning, operating and securing multiple Kubernetes clusters across on‑premises and cloud environments. Offers centralized cluster lifecycle management, RBAC, policy enforcement and integrations for networking, storage and observability.
Alternatives to SUSE Rancher
#2
Deploy and scale Docker Compose apps across multiple servers with automatic WireGuard networking, service discovery, load balancing, and HTTPS—without Kubernetes overhead.
5.5k stars175 forksApache-2.0last commit Actively maintained
#3
Kite is a modern Kubernetes dashboard for multi-cluster management, resource operations, and Prometheus-powered monitoring with logs, terminal access, and live YAML editing.
3.1k stars301 forksApache-2.0last commit Actively maintained
#4
Open-source, self-hosted deployment platform that turns any VPS into a hosting machine with a browser-based terminal, file manager, and one-click deployments.
1.5k stars134 forkslast commit Actively maintained
#5
Open-source self-hosting and server management platform built on Kubernetes (k3s/RKE2) with an app store, strong app isolation, storage controls, and built-in HTTPS.
Activity unknown
#6
Cloudron is a self-hosted platform for deploying and managing web apps with one-click installs, automatic updates, backups, and integrated HTTPS, email, and user management.
Activity unknown
What replacing SUSE Rancher actually involves
Every option on this page is open source and free to run on your own hardware, so you own the data and there is no subscription to cancel. 4 of 6 shipped a commit in the last six months. Licences in this list: Zlib, Apache-2.0. In exchange you take on hosting, backups and updates yourself.
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